2023 Ford Bronco Reliability
The 2023 Ford Bronco has 232 owner complaints and 18 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about visibility / wipers and electrical system. Compared with nearby Bronco model years (2021–2025), it rates as a year to avoid: its complaint rate runs well above the Bronco's typical year, while the 2025 has a cleaner record.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
232
NHTSA owner complaints
18
Recall campaigns
6
Complaints citing a crash
3
Complaints citing a fire
2023 Ford Bronco complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2023 model year, filed between 2022 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility / wipers | 96 | 41% |
| Electrical system | 25 | 11% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 22 | 9% |
| Unknown or other | 20 | 9% |
| Engine | 19 | 8% |
| Body structure | 17 | 7% |
| Service brakes | 16 | 7% |
| Suspension | 13 | 6% |
2023 Ford Bronco recalls
18 recall campaigns on NHTSA record for the 2023 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23V070000 | Feb 10, 2023 | Powertrain / transmission — automatic transmission | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Bronco, and 2023 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The transmission may contain a loose bolt which could prevent the transmission from engaging… |
| 23V155000 | Mar 8, 2023 | Steering | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Bronco Wildtrak and 2022 Bronco Raptor vehicles. Internal damage to the steering gear may require increased steering effort or cause the steering wheel to lock-up. |
| 23V283000 | Apr 21, 2023 | Wheels — lugs/nuts/bolts/studs | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The lug nuts on the driver's side wheels may have been improperly tightened.NHTSA park-it advisory: do not drive until repaired. |
| 23V358000 | May 18, 2023 | Seat belts — critical fasteners | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles built with the 5-Door body style. The first-row seat belt latch plates may be difficult to access from their stowed position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements… |
| 23V379000 | May 26, 2023 | Equipment — other / labels | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco, 2023 Super Duty F-250, and 2019-2023 Ranger vehicles. The Tire and Loading Information (TREAD) label states the incorrect load carrying capacity, which can result in an overloaded vehicle. As… |
| 23V546000 | Aug 3, 2023 | Powertrain / transmission — automatic transmission / internal / park pawl | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Bronco vehicles. The transmission park system may have been damaged during assembly, which can prevent the parking pawl from fully engaging and result in a vehicle rollaway. |
| 24V142000 | Feb 24, 2024 | Visibility / wipers — glass, side/rear | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Bronco and Bronco Heritage vehicles. The rear quarter glass panels may have been improperly installed to the vehicle hard top, which can allow them to detach. |
| 24V189000 | Mar 8, 2024 | Latches, locks & linkages — doors / lock | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Bronco 4-door vehicles. The left-side rear door may be opened from the inside of the vehicle when the child safety lock is in the "ON" position. |
| 25V025000 | Jan 18, 2025 | Suspension — rear / shock absorber | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles. The rear shock absorbers may corrode and fail, resulting in detachment of the external reservoir. |
| 25V315000 | May 9, 2025 | Backup camera / back-over prevention — software | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024… |
| 25V273000 | May 15, 2025 | Backup camera / back-over prevention — sensing system / camera | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco vehicles. The 360-degree view camera may not display a rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse. |
| 25V455000 | Jul 7, 2025 | Fuel system — delivery / fuel pump | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can… |
| 25V685000 | Oct 10, 2025 | Equipment — electrical / engine block heater | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack… |
| 25V721000 | Oct 23, 2025 | Seats — critical fasteners | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles. The front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt. |
| 26V124000 | Mar 4, 2026 | Backup camera / back-over prevention — software | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Ford Bronco and 2021-2024 Ford Edge vehicles. The Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) may overheat and shutdown, which can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. |
| 26V236000 | Apr 14, 2026 | Powertrain / transmission — automatic transmission | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Bronco vehicles. The transmission to transfer case joint may be misaligned due to an incorrectly performed previous repair, which could lead to wear of the transmission output shaft splines and transfer… |
| 26V403000 | Jun 24, 2026 | Body structure — body | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Bronco vehicles. The fender flares may not be properly secured and detach from the vehicle. |
| 26V468000 | Jul 21, 2026 | Engine | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Bronco and Bronco Raptor vehicles. The engine compartment wiring harness may become damaged and short circuit. |
How the 2023 compares with nearby Bronco years
Verdicts compare these Bronco model years with each other.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 230 | 20 | Engine | Caution |
| 2022 | 387 | 23 | Visibility / wipers | Avoid |
| 2023 (this page) | 232 | 18 | Visibility / wipers | Avoid |
| 2024 | 85 | 16 | Unknown or other | Solid |
| 2025 | 57 | 19 | Electrical system | Solid |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What to check on a used 2023 Ford Bronco
- Visibility: test the wipers at every speed, washers, defrosters and the climate system (fogging is a common complaint).
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- Transmission: test-drive from cold through every gear, feel for slipping, harsh or delayed shifts and shudder, and ask whether the fluid has been serviced.
- Engine: cold-start it yourself, listen for ticking or knocking, check for oil leaks and oil consumption, and ask for oil-change records.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 18 campaigns above was completed on this VIN; open recalls are repaired free at a dealer.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
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2023 Ford Bronco reliability FAQ
Is the 2023 Ford Bronco reliable?
The 2023 Ford Bronco has 232 owner complaints and 18 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about visibility / wipers and electrical system. Compared with nearby Bronco model years (2021–2025), it rates as a year to avoid: its complaint rate runs well above the Bronco's typical year, while the 2025 has a cleaner record.
What are the most common 2023 Ford Bronco problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2023 Ford Bronco are visibility / wipers (96), electrical system (25), powertrain / transmission (22), unknown or other (20). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2023 Ford Bronco have recalls?
NHTSA lists 18 recall campaigns for the 2023 Ford Bronco, including 23V070000 (powertrain / transmission — automatic transmission) and 23V155000 (steering). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2023 Ford Bronco compare with the 2022 and 2024 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2022 has 387 complaints and 23 recalls (avoid); the 2024 has 85 complaints and 16 recalls (solid). The 2023 has 232 complaints and 18 recalls.
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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2023 Bronco, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.