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2025 Ford Bronco VIN Check, Recalls & Reliability

The 2025 Ford Bronco has good reliability. There are 16 recalls and 30 owner complaints on file for the 2025 Ford Bronco. Severity signals include 4 crash-related complaints. The most commonly reported problem areas are: Electrical System (5), Power Train (4), Unknown Or Other (4).

Bronco reliability snapshot

61/100
Latest model-year reliability score
2.0/5
RepairPal rating (medium)
$784
Avg annual repair cost

Data sourced from Auto Reliability Index, aggregating NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, and RepairPal repair-cost records.

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Most-reported 2025 Ford Bronco issues

Owner-reported problem categories from NHTSA complaint filings. Counts reflect complaints per category for the most-recent model year on file.

  • Electrical System5
  • Power Train4
  • Unknown Or Other4
  • Seat Belts2
  • Steering2
  • Service Brakes2

Pre-purchase inspection checklist for the 2025 Ford Bronco

Hands-on checks distilled from real NHTSA complaint patterns and recall histories. Bring this list to a test drive or mechanic inspection.

  • Check instrument cluster for blank or non-functional display at startup
  • Test audio system for intermittent sound loss during operation
  • Inspect clutch operation for full disengagement and smooth shifting
  • Verify brake functionality, especially in cold conditions
  • Ensure seat belts retract properly and buckles latch securely
  • Examine steering for unexpected movements or loss of control
  • Check for ice buildup on headlights in cold weather

What owners reported

2025 Ford Bronco owner complaints in detail

Owners have reported 4 crashes and 3 injuries to NHTSA for the 2025 Ford Bronco. These are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defect rates.

Owner complaints6

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Owners of the 2025 Ford Bronco frequently report issues with the vehicle's electrical system, specifically involving the instrument cluster and audio system. Common symptoms include the instrument panel turning blank or failing to activate, which occurs at low mileages, such as around 80 miles, and can persist despite restarting the vehicle. Additionally, the audio system intermittently cuts out, affecting music, phone calls, and navigation instructions, which has been confirmed by dealerships but remains without a fix. Safety implications are noted in cases where the vehicle's acceleration and braking systems fail, leading to loss of control and collisions, as well as distractions caused by the audio system failure. These issues appear shortly after purchase, suggesting potential early-stage reliability concerns for prospective buyers.

Owner complaints4

POWER TRAIN

Owners of the 2025 Ford Bronco frequently report issues related to the power train, particularly involving clutch and transmission malfunctions. One common complaint involves the slave cylinder failing, which leads to the clutch not fully disengaging and subsequent clutch burnout, observed as early as 783 miles. Another issue involves a loss of engine power after a missed downshift, where the engine does not produce usable torque and stalls or resets after a few seconds. These issues can occur in traffic and adverse weather conditions, posing potential safety risks. Buyers should be aware of these recurring problems and check if recall services have been completed.

Owner complaints4

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Owners of the 2025 Ford Bronco report several issues, with some involving safety concerns. A notable problem involves the vehicle unexpectedly shifting gears, as one owner describes an incident where the vehicle rolled into a tree after being parked and another instance where it shifted into neutral while driving. Another complaint highlights the child safety locks on the back left door failing to engage, posing a risk to passengers. Additionally, there are reports of cosmetic defects with the backup camera rod appearing scratched and used, and multiple dashboard warnings such as ABS and pre-collision system alerts when parked on an incline. These issues suggest potential safety and quality control concerns that prospective buyers should consider.

Severity signals: 1 crash, 0 fire, 0 injury reports

Owner complaints3

STEERING

Owners of the 2025 Ford Bronco report issues with steering, including sudden, unexpected movements of the steering wheel and complete loss of control, which are linked to crashes in two cases. One owner describes the steering wheel being jerked from their hands, resulting in a rollover accident, with a separated front wheel assembly observed post-crash. Another owner experiences multiple instances where the steering moves by itself on highways. Additionally, one incident involves a collision attributed to an instrument panel cluster failure, leading to loss of dashboard visibility and subsequent steering difficulties. These complaints highlight significant safety implications, including crashes and one reported injury.

Severity signals: 2 crash, 0 fire, 1 injury reports

Owner complaints2

SEAT BELTS

Owners of the 2025 Ford Bronco report issues with seat belt buckles and retraction mechanisms. One complaint describes rear seat belt buckles failing to retain the belt tongue due to a broken internal component, with the issue occurring shortly after purchase. Another owner reports a rear passenger seat belt failing to retract fully, leading it to extend outside the vehicle and get caught under a tire, causing a sudden stop. These issues present potential safety risks, especially if they occur at high speeds. Buyers should be aware of these complaints, particularly if considering a vehicle with low mileage.

Owner complaints2

SERVICE BRAKES

Owners of the 2025 Ford Bronco report issues with brake functionality, particularly in cold and snowy conditions. Complaints frequently mention a loss of braking ability, with one incident resulting in a crash and injury. Symptoms include multiple warning lights for the brakes, electronic brake booster (EBB), collision detection, and anti-lock braking system (ABS) faults, leaving only the electronic parking brake operational. One owner describes the problem occurring shortly after switching drive modes, with the issue temporarily resolving after restarting the vehicle. These incidents suggest a potential safety risk, especially at higher speeds or in busy traffic situations.

Severity signals: 1 crash, 0 fire, 1 injury reports

Owner complaints2

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Owners of the 2025 Ford Bronco report issues with the factory-installed LED headlights becoming obscured by ice buildup in freezing weather conditions. Complaints frequently mention that the headlights do not generate enough heat to clear frozen precipitation, leading to significantly reduced visibility during nighttime driving. This issue typically arises in sub-freezing temperatures with precipitation, requiring drivers to stop and manually remove the ice, which poses a safety risk when pulling over on high-speed or busy roads. These reports do not specify mileage, indicating the problem may be related to environmental conditions rather than vehicle age or use. Potential buyers in colder climates may want to consider this factor when evaluating the vehicle for winter use.

2025 Bronco recalls (15)

Every NHTSA safety recall logged against the 2025 Bronco. A VIN check confirms whether any recall remains unrepaired on a specific vehicle.

  1. SUSPENSIONNHTSA 25V308000May 9, 2025
    Do not drive — park immediately

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Bronco vehicles. The front lower control arm fasteners may not have been tightened properly, allowing the control arm to detach from the frame.

    Consequence: A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. Dealers will inspect and verify that the lower control arm fasteners are tightened properly. If a fastener is loose or missing, the dealer will replace the fastener. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S48.

  2. SUSPENSIONNHTSA 25V260000Apr 18, 2025
    Do not drive — park immediately

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Bronco vehicles. The front upper control arm ball joint nut may be missing or tightened improperly, allowing the front upper control arm to detach from the knuckle assembly.

    Consequence: A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. Dealers will inspect and verify that the ball joint fastener is tightened properly. If a fastener is loose or missing, the dealer will replace the ball joint and knuckle assembly. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in April 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S40.

  3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMNHTSA 25V788000Nov 14, 2025

    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.

  4. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMNHTSA 25V343000Jun 13, 2025

    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.

  5. ENGINENHTSA 25V372000Jun 3, 2025

    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.

  6. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMNHTSA 25V049000Jan 31, 2025

    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.

  7. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICNHTSA 25V823000Dec 1, 2025

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.

    Consequence: An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    Dealers will replace the electronic brake booster, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed December 15, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in January 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 3, 2025.

  8. VISIBILITYNHTSA 25V683000Oct 10, 2025

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

    Consequence: In the event of a crash, windshield detachment can increase the risk of injury.

    Remedy

    Dealers will remove and replace the windshield, free charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 20, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C52. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 14, 2025.

  9. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICNHTSA 25V488000Jul 25, 2025

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.

    Consequence: An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    The EBB module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S77.

  10. LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGESNHTSA 25V397000Jun 13, 2025

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Bronco four-door vehicles. The left-hand rear door may be able to be opened from inside the vehicle when the child safety lock is in the "ON" position.

    Consequence: A malfunctioning child safety lock that allows a rear door to be opened unintentionally can increase the risk of injury.

    Remedy

    Dealers will inspect and replace the rear door latch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S64.

  11. AIR BAGSNHTSA 25V396000Jun 13, 2025

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Bronco vehicles. The active vent flap on the passenger side may prevent the air bag from deploying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

    Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.

    Remedy

    Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C27.

  12. SEATSNHTSA 25V311000May 9, 2025

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The bolts that secure the driver's seat frame to the body may be loose or missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."

    Consequence: A seat with loose or missing fasteners may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

    Remedy

    Dealers will inspect the seat fasteners and tighten or install new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C16.

  13. SUSPENSIONNHTSA 25V310000May 9, 2025

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The front upper control arm ball joint fastener may be missing or tightened improperly, allowing the front upper control arm to detach from the knuckle assembly.

    Consequence: A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the ball joint fastener as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S45.

  14. POWER TRAINNHTSA 25V164000Mar 14, 2025

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Bronco, 2024 Ranger, 2025 Mustang, Explorer, and Aviator vehicles. The transmission valve body may have been machined incorrectly, which can cause reverse gear failure, or unexpected forward movement in reverse or neutral gear.

    Consequence: Unexpected vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    Dealers will replace the transmission main control valve body, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S19.

  15. SUSPENSIONNHTSA 24V770000Oct 16, 2024

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ranger, and 2024-2025 Bronco vehicles. The front upper control arm ball joint nut may not have been installed or tightened properly, allowing the front upper control arm to detach from the knuckle assembly.

    Consequence: A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    Dealers will inspect and verify that the ball joint fastener is tightened properly. If a fastener is loose or missing, the dealer will replace the ball joint and knuckle assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 20, 2024. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S64.

Used-market value

2025 Ford Bronco resale snapshot

80.9%estimated value retained after 5 years
360listings in the model-level benchmark
$55,790median asking price from 60 listings

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2025 Ford Bronco on the road

134,493 2025 Ford Bronco units were sold new in the US — a key signal for the size of today's used-market inventory.

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Reliability verdict for the 2025 Ford Bronco

With a 70/100 reliability score against an 82/100 segment average, the 2025 Ford Bronco lands below the class norm. That gap points to mixed reliability performance rather than a consistently strong record, raising buyer exposure compared with typical alternatives in this segment.

Recall activity is elevated, which increases the likelihood of factory-initiated fixes over the model year. Complaints are not confined to a single system: electrical and powertrain lead, but steering, seat belts, and a notable share of uncategorized reports suggest issues are spread across multiple areas instead of being tightly concentrated.

Overall, the data supports a moderate-to-elevated reliability risk profile relative to the segment.

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2025 Ford Bronco — Frequently asked questions

Is the 2025 Ford Bronco reliable?

With a 70/100 reliability score against an 82/100 segment average, the 2025 Ford Bronco lands below the class norm. That gap points to mixed reliability performance rather than a consistently strong record, raising buyer exposure compared with typical alternatives in this segment.

How many recalls does the 2025 Ford Bronco have?

15 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2025 Ford Bronco. A VIN check confirms whether any remain unrepaired on a specific vehicle.

What are the most common 2025 Ford Bronco problems?

The most-reported 2025 Ford Bronco problem areas are: Electrical System (5), Power Train (4), Unknown Or Other (4).

Should I run a VIN check on a 2025 Ford Bronco?

Yes. A VIN report verifies title brands, odometer history, accident records, and recall completion on a specific 2025 Ford Bronco, complementing the model-year reliability data on this page.