2025 FORD Bronco Sport

Recalls, Specs & Safety Report

4RecallsNHTSA Verified0ComplaintsLimited Data1InvestigationsLimited Data
Expert Verdict
ℹ️Average Safety Profile

This 2025 model shows average reliability, primarily driven by 4 recalls affecting the electrical system system.

Key Factor:electrical system recalls

πŸ“‹Why This Matters

Understanding recall history helps predict future ownership costs. Each unaddressed issue represents potential repair expenses.

Insurance companies review vehicle reliability data when setting premiums. Models with elevated recall rates often see adjusted pricing.

Focus Area:general reliability
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Expert Analysis

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    Recall Trend:No Change in recalls
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    Primary Risk Area:Various
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    Vs Brand: Worse than avg (2.8)
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    Summary:
Critical Component: Various

Safety & Reliability Score

60/100
Average

Score Breakdown

Recall Impact-32
Complaint Impact-3
Investigation Impact-5

Technical Specifications

Key specifications for the 2025 FORD Bronco Sport

Model Year2025
MakeFORD
ModelBronco Sport
Fuel TypeGasoline
Body ClassPassenger Vehicle

Safety History Timeline

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Apr23
INVInvestigation Opened
Jan25
NEWProduction
Jan25
RECALLRecall Issued
Jan25
RECALLRecall Issued
Jan25
RECALLRecall Issued
Jan25
ISSUEFirst Report
Mar25
RECALLRecall Issued
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No Consumer Complaints Reported

Great news! There are currently no consumer complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2025 FORD Bronco Sport. This is a positive indicator of owner satisfaction.

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Primary Risk Areas

ELECTRICAL SYSTEMENGINE

Official Safety Recalls (4)

Campaign: 25V049000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Bronco Sport, Escape, and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may not illuminate at startup or while driving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect" as well as FMVSS numbers 126, 108, 135, 138, 208, and 305.

Consequence

An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C02.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 25V343000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2023-2025 Escape, 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2025 Lincoln Corsair, Maverick, and Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engine and an engine block heater. The engine block heater may overheat when the vehicle is parked with the block heater plugged in.

Consequence

An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the block heater element and inspect the electrical cord, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug coupled, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 11, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. The parts are anticipated to be available the fourth quarter of 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S52.

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 25V372000

ENGINE

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Escape, and 2025 Bronco Sport vehicles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.

Consequence

An oil leak can result in loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S61.

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Campaign: 25V788000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Bronco and Bronco Sport vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may fail at startup.

Consequence

An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The instrument panel cluster software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SC3.

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

NHTSA Investigations

1 investigation

Official NHTSA safety investigations for 2025 Bronco Sport.

INV-2025-1000🟒 Closed

NHTSA opened investigation after receiving consumer complaints regarding Bronco Sport performance issues.

Opened: Affected Units: 20,642

Consumer Complaints

0 complaints
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No consumer complaints recorded for this vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any recalls for the 2025 FORD Bronco Sport?

Yes, the 2025 FORD Bronco Sport has 4 recorded recalls from NHTSA. These recalls cover various components including ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE.

Is the 2025 FORD Bronco Sport safe to drive?

The 2025 FORD Bronco Sport has 4 recalls. If you own this vehicle, check with your dealer to ensure all recall repairs have been completed. Most recalls have free remedies available.

Where can I check if my 2025 FORD Bronco Sport has open recalls?

You can check for open recalls by visiting NHTSA.gov and entering your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), or by contacting your local FORD dealer.

πŸ“ŠYear-over-Year Context

πŸ“ˆImproving Trend

Compared to earlier years, the 2025 model shows improving reliability trends, largely due to manufacturing refinements addressing 2024 issues. Recall frequency decreased 43%.

🎯Risk Areas & Recommended Actions

Based on recall data, these components require verification:

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Electrical system

Issue: increases crash or loss-of-control risk

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If you already own this vehicle: Contact your dealer immediately to confirm electrical system recalls are complete. Recall repairs are always free.

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If you are evaluating a used example: Request VIN and verify all electrical system recalls are completed before purchase.

Campaigns:25V04900025V34300025V788000
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Engine

Issue: presents fire risk under certain conditions

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If you already own this vehicle: Contact your dealer immediately to confirm engine recall is complete. Recall repairs are always free.

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If you are evaluating a used example: Request VIN and verify all engine recalls are completed before purchase.

Campaign:25V372000
πŸ’‘Visit NHTSA.gov or contact your FORD dealer to verify recall completion status.

🧭What This Means for You

Both current owners and prospective buyers benefit from reviewing this safety analysis before making decisions.

If you're unsure, we recommend starting with a VIN check or consulting a certified mechanic.

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If You Own This Vehicle

  • Verify all 4 recalls have been completed using your VIN at NHTSA.gov or through your FORD dealer.
  • If any recalls are open, schedule service immediatelyβ€”recall repairs are always free.
  • Consider setting up VIN-specific alerts to receive notification of future recalls.
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If You're Buying Used

  • Request documentation proving all recalls were addressed before finalizing purchase.
  • Factor potential recall-related service time into your ownership cost estimates.
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Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Last updated: January 10, 2026.