MULTI-YEAR DEFECT AUDIT (2014–2025)12 Model Years Audited
Ford Bronco Common Problems & Year-by-Year Reliability Guide
Comprehensive historical defect intelligence across 876 total NHTSA owner complaints and 96 federal recall campaigns for the Ford Bronco.
Best Bronco Years to Buy (Highest Reliability)
Years with Highest Defect Reports (Inspect Closely)
Year-over-Year Matrix
All Bronco Model Years (2014–2025)
| Model Year | Reliability Index | NHTSA Complaints | Recalls | Safety Severity | Detailed Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Bronco | 7.5 / 10 | 00 | 19 | Low Risk | Audit 2025 |
| 2024 Bronco | 5.6 / 10 | 73(6.6/10k) | 16 | Critical Risk | Audit 2024 |
| 2023 Bronco | 5.2 / 10 | 216(19.6/10k) | 18 | Critical Risk | Audit 2023 |
| 2022 Bronco | 3.9 / 10 | 364(33.1/10k) | 23 | Critical Risk | Audit 2022 |
| 2021 Bronco | 4.8 / 10 | 223(20.3/10k) | 20 | Critical Risk | Audit 2021 |
| 2020 Bronco | 9.5 / 10 | 00 | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2020 |
| 2019 Bronco | 9.5 / 10 | 00 | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2019 |
| 2018 Bronco | 9.5 / 10 | 00 | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2018 |
| 2017 Bronco | 9.5 / 10 | 00 | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2017 |
| 2016 Bronco | 9.5 / 10 | 00 | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2016 |
| 2015 Bronco | 9.5 / 10 | 00 | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2015 |
| 2014 Bronco | 9.5 / 10 | 00 | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2014 |