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2022 Ford

Bronco 4WD

Auto (S10), 6 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo

Ford Bronco: best and worst years
2022 Ford Bronco 4WD (photo 1 of 3)
2022 photoCalreyn88CC BY-SA 4.0via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Special Purpose VehiclesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
Part-time 4-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S10)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

HP
315
Power to weight
0.073 hp/lb

Efficiency

Smog score
6/10
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

⚠ This model year has a recall advising owners to park outside or away from structures (fire risk). Check with the manufacturer.

Recalls
37
Owner complaints
739 See on NHTSA
Reported injuries
21

Feature availability

Cameras & visibility

  • Backup camera
    Standard

Driver assist

  • Adaptive cruise control
    Optional
  • Automatic emergency brakingPart of Ford Co-Pilot360.
    Standard
  • Blind-spot monitor
    Standard
  • Lane-keeping assist
    Standard

Convenience

  • Push-button start
    Standard

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ENGINE13%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM11%
  • POWER TRAIN10%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER9%
  • SERVICE BRAKES8%
  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE8%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 1,034 total.

Ford Bronco: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA record NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • RQ24014opened Nov 15, 2024ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

    Loss of Motive Power

  • PE24019opened Jul 29, 2024FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

    Low-pressure fuel pump failure

  • RQ24008opened Apr 11, 2024FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS

    Underhood fires caused by fuel leak

  • PE24002opened Jan 31, 2024ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

    Loss of Motive Power

  • EA23002opened Sep 29, 2023ENGINE

    Loss of Motive Power

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

374 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Jun 5, 2026POWER TRAINSSM 54902

    For 20202026 vehicles equipped with the 10R60 transmission, a new Transmission Clutch Circuit Leak Test has been introduced in the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS). This test utilizes the pressure and vacuum transducer (PVT) when available. Workshop Manual (WSM) updates related to this diagnostic procedure are planned for release in Q4 2026. The new test improves the accuracy of detecting leaks within transmission fluid circuits and replaces the previous air check method. The previous

  • May 21, 2026FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMSSM 54857

    2020-2026 Explorer/Escape/Corsair, 2021-2026 Bronco Sport/Bronco, 2022-2026 Maverick, 2024-2026 Mustang/Ranger/Nautilus vehicles equipped with a 2.0L or 2.3L EcoBoost engine may require removal of the turbocharger wastegate control actuator linkage for various reasons. The Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-04 Fuel Charging and Controls - Turbocharger - 2.0L/2.3L EcoBoost > Removal and Installation > Wastegate Control Actuator Linkage service procedure been added. In addition, the wastegate actu

  • May 18, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERTSB 26-2205

    This bulletin supersedes 25-2346. Reason for update: add Bronco Sport and Escape vehicles and add labor operations to repair the rear right/left carpet area. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a condition where the carpet is loose or torn near the front/rear scuff plate trim panel. This may be due to the carpet tearing at or near the retainer hole.

  • May 12, 2026POWER TRAINSSM 54818

    Some 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles equipped with a manual transmission may experience a rotational scraping noise while the transmission is in neutral, 1st and/or 2nd gear with the clutch pedal released. The noise may be more noticeable in ambient temps below 10°C (50°F) and after a cold soak. This noise may also diminish as the transmission warms up. This may be due to the 5th and 6th gear synchronizer rings. The 5th and 6th gear synchronizer rings are now only available in the 6th/5th gear synchro

  • May 9, 2026ENGINE25B51

    Certain 2021-2024 Model Year Bronco, 2021-2024 Model Year Bronco Sport, 2020-2022 Model Year Corsair and Escape, 2016-2024 Model Year Explorer, 2019-2020 Model Year Fusion, 2016-2018 Model Year Focus RS, 2022-2024 Model Year Maverick, 2016-2019 Model Year MKC and 2019-2024 Model Year Ranger Vehicles Equipped with a 2.0L or 2.3L Engine and Engine Block Heater System Block Heater Replacement

  • May 8, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERHVAC-22.AA.AC Bronco

    Quality improvements include: - Optimizes cabin ventilation strategy at high speeds

  • May 4, 2026POWER TRAINSSM 54797

    Some 2020-2026 Corsair/Escape, 2021-2026 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles equipped with an 8F35 transmission may exhibit a shudder condition, most noticeable at speeds below 60 mph (100 km/h), with no relevant diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Sometimes, this may be perceived/felt as an engine misfire. This may be due to the torque converter. If Pinpoint Test K: Torque Converter Clutch Operation in Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 307-01 > D

  • Apr 29, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSYNC-25.1.9.7.1 Bronco

    25S49 Recall Remedy: -Infotainment software update to address frozen screens

  • and 366 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Source: www.cars.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.