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2025 Ford Bronco

Safety ratings

2025 Ford Bronco 2dr SUV 4WD

Not ratedOverall
4/5Frontal crash
Not ratedSide crash
Not ratedSide pole
3/5Rollover
Frontal, driver: 5★Frontal, passenger: 4★Rollover risk: 25.6%
  • Lane departure warningOptional
  • Forward collision warningStandard & Optional
  • Electronic stability controlStandard

2025 Ford Bronco 4dr SUV 4WD

Not ratedOverall
4/5Frontal crash
Not ratedSide crash
Not ratedSide pole
3/5Rollover
Frontal, driver: 4★Frontal, passenger: 5★Rollover risk: 25.6%
  • Lane departure warningOptional
  • Forward collision warningStandard & Optional
  • Electronic stability controlStandard

Crash test videos & photos

Crash test #1NHTSA test 14065

Full test report (PDF) ↗

Crash-test footage is converted for smooth playback the first time someone requests it — usually under a minute.

No. 001 Load Cell Location.jpgNo. 002 Pre-Test Load Cell Wall.JPGNo. 003 Post-Test Load Cell Wall.JPGNo. 004 Manufacturer's Label.JPGNo. 005 Tire Placard.JPGNo. 006 Ford Bronco Frontal As Delivered.JPGNo. 007 Left Rear 3-4 View, as Received.JPGNo. 008 Pre-Test Front View of Test Vehicle.JPGNo. 009 Post-Test Front View of Test Vehicle.JPGNo. 010 Pre-Test Left View of Test Vehicle.JPGNo. 011 Post-Test Left View of Test Vehicle.JPGNo. 012 Pre-Test Right View of Test Vehicle.JPGNo. 013 Post-Test Right View of Test Vehicle.JPGNo. 014 Pre-Test Right Front 3-4 View.JPGNo. 015 Post-Test Right Front 3-4 View.JPGNo. 016 Pre-Test Left Rear 3-4 View.JPGNo. 017 Post-Test Left Rear 3-4 View.JPGNo. 018 Pre-Test Windshield View.JPGNo. 019 Post-Test Windshield View.JPGNo. 020 Pre-Test Engine Compartment View.jpgNo. 021 Post-Test Engine Compartment View.JPGNo. 022 Pre-Test Fuel Filler Cap View.JPGNo. 023 Post-Test Fuel Filler Cap View.JPGNo. 024 Pre-Test Front Underbody View.JPGNo. 025 Post-Test Front Underbody View.JPGNo. 026 Pre-Test Rear Underbody View.JPGNo. 027 Post-Test Rear Underbody View.JPGNo. 028 Pre-Test Dummy Cable Routing.JPGNo. 029 Post-Test Dummy Cable Routing.JPGNo. 030 Pre-Test Driver Dummy Front View.JPGNo. 031 Post-Test Driver Dummy Front View.JPGNo. 032 Pre-Test Driver Dummy Window View.JPGNo. 033 Post-Test Driver Dummy Window View.JPGNo. 047 Post-Test Driver's Side Floorpan.JPG

Crash test #2NHTSA test 15047

Full test report (PDF) ↗

Crash-test footage is converted for smooth playback the first time someone requests it — usually under a minute.

2024 Ford Bronco 4x4 2-Door SUV Frontal Impact for Web.jpgNo. 001 - Load Cell Location.jpgNo. 002 - Pre-Test Load Cell Wall.jpgNo. 003 - Post-Test Load Cell Wall.jpgNo. 004 - Manufacturer's Label.jpgNo. 005 - Tire Placard.jpgNo. 006 - 2024 Ford Bronco 4x4 2-Door SUV Frontal As Delivered.jpgNo. 007 - Left Rear 3-4 View, As Received.jpgNo. 008 - Pre-Test Front View of Test Vehicle.jpgNo. 009 - Post-Test Front View of Test Vehicle.jpgNo. 010 - Pre-Test Left View of Test Vehicle.jpgNo. 011 - Post-Test Left View of Test Vehicle.jpgNo. 012 - Pre-Test Right View of Test Vehicle.jpgNo. 013 - Post-Test Right Vehicle of Test Vehicle.jpgNo. 014 - Pre-Test Right Front 3-4 View.jpgNo. 015 - Post-Test Right Front 3-4 View.jpgNo. 016 - Pre-Test Left Rear 3-4 View.jpgNo. 017 - Post-Test Left Rear 3-4 View.jpgNo. 018 - Pre-Test Windshield View.jpgNo. 019 - Post-Test Windshield View.jpgNo. 020 - Pre-Test Engine Compartment View.jpgNo. 021 - Post-Test Engine Compartment View.jpgNo. 022 - Pre-Test Fuel Filler Cap View.jpgNo. 023 - Post-Test Fuel Filler Cap View.jpgNo. 028 - Pre-Test Dummy Cable Routing.jpgNo. 062 - Post-Test View of Belt Anchorage for Passenger Dummy.jpgNo. 066 - Post-Test Passenger Dummy Feet.jpg

Recalls (19)

⚠ Do not drive this vehicle — urgent recall

NHTSA has flagged 2 recalls on this vehicle as severe. Contact a dealer immediately; recall repairs are free.

  • SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINTCampaign 25V260000 · 18/04/2025Do not drive

    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.

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

    Fix: 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.

  • SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARMCampaign 25V308000 · 09/05/2025Do not drive

    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.

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

    Fix: 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.

  • SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERSCampaign 26V268000 · 28/04/2026

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.

    Risk: A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

    Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 26S30. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICALCampaign 26V343000 · 27/05/2026

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Explorer, Ranger, and Bronco vehicles. The engine may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.

    Risk: A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Dealers will replace the engine long block, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in November 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S35. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.

  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARECampaign 25V488000 · 25/07/2025

    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.

    Risk: 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.

    Fix: 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.

  • STRUCTURE:BODYCampaign 26V403000 · 24/06/2026

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Bronco vehicles. The fender flares may not be properly secured and detach from the vehicle.

    Risk: A detached fender flare can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the fender flares as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 1, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S47. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 7, 2026.

  • ENGINECampaign 26V468000 · 20/07/2026

    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.

    Risk: A short circuit in the engine compartment can create heat or spark, increasing the risk of a fire.

    Fix: Dealers will install sheathing over the wiring, free of charge. This is a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 2026 Bronco Raptor notified owners on 7/31/2026. Phase 2 will include 2021-2025 Bronco Raptor vehicle will notify owners on or about 8/14/2026. Phase 3 will include 2021-2026 Bronco will notify owners on or about 9/1/2026. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S55. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 23, 2026.

  • SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINTCampaign 24V770000 · 16/10/2024

    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.

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

    Fix: 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.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANELCampaign 25V788000 · 14/11/2025

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

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

    Fix: 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.

  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONCampaign 26V236000 · 14/04/2026

    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 case input splines.

    Risk: Excessive wear of the transmission and transfer case splines may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Dealers will inspect the transmission to transfer case joint and replace the transmission and transfer case as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S26. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 15, 2026.

  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:VALVES/VALVE BODYCampaign 25V164000 · 14/03/2025

    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.

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

    Fix: 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.

  • AIR BAGS:FRONTALCampaign 25V396000 · 13/06/2025

    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."

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

    Fix: 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.

  • LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCKCampaign 25V397000 · 13/06/2025

    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.

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

    Fix: 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.

  • VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELDCampaign 25V683000 · 10/10/2025

    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."

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

    Fix: 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.

  • SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERSCampaign 25V311000 · 09/05/2025

    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."

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

    Fix: 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.

  • SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINTCampaign 25V310000 · 09/05/2025

    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.

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

    Fix: 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.

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARECampaign 26V124000 · 03/03/2026

    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.

    Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: The APIM software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S09. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)Campaign 26V122000 · 03/03/2026

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger, Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang, Maverick, Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Corsair, Bronco Sport, and Bronco vehicles. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may fail, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.

    Risk: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Dealers will replace the EGR valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 31, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 2026.

  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULECampaign 25V823000 · 01/12/2025

    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.

    Risk: 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.

    Fix: Dealers will replace the electronic brake booster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 26, 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.

Owner complaints

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