2021 Ford Bronco vs 2021 Ford Bronco Sport
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2021 Ford Bronco | 2021 Ford Bronco Sport |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 225 | 690 |
| Recall campaigns | 20 | 16 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 316 | 187 |
| Investigations | 4 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 18 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 17 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–26 | 23–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 26,750 mi | 40,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Bronco | Ford Bronco Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 29 | 209 |
| Engine | 68 | 147 |
| Power Train | 9 | 181 |
| Service Brakes | 19 | 101 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 21 | 60 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 58 |
| Suspension | 24 | 22 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 27 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 18 | 63 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 36 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 35 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 40 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 6 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 19 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 17 |
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.