Is the 2025 Ford BRONCO reliable?

The 2025 Ford BRONCO has 64 complaints filed with NHTSA (0.3x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: above-average. Most common issue: DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS problems.

What are common problems with the 2025 Ford BRONCO?

Top problems: DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS (10 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (9 complaints, avg repair $500); OTHER (8 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2025 Ford BRONCO?

Yes, there are 18 recall(s): SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:VALVES/VALVE BODY, SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT, SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM, SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS, SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK, AIR BAGS:FRONTAL, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE, VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE, BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE), POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL, STRUCTURE:BODY. Contact any Ford dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Ford BRONCO?

The 2025 Ford BRONCO gets 19 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $2526. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2025 Ford BRONCO?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2025 Ford BRONCO is approximately $2,021/year (suv-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2025 Ford BRONCO

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Above Average

Quick Summary

The 2025 Ford BRONCO has 64 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.3x the segment average of 253. The most common issue is driver assist/cameras problems (16% of all complaints), specifically: repeated cross traffic alert and blind spot alert fault message.. There are 18 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 1 fire report filed.

1 fire report 7 crash reports 3 injuries

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.3x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS

10 complaints

16%

• Repeated cross traffic alert and blind spot alert fault message.
• Loss of braking. Note weather was cold in single digits Fahrenheit and midly snowy. I drove my 2025 Ford Bronco that was purchased in Octorber about 20 minutes to drop off my child at daycare. Going into the daycare I turned to Slippery/4A mode. After about 5 minutes inside I pulled out and switched
• Loss of braking. Note weather was cold in single digits Fahrenheit and midly snowy. I drove my 2025 Ford Bronco that was purchased in Octorber about 20 minutes to drop off my child at daycare. Going into the daycare I turned to Slippery/4A mode. After about 5 minutes inside I pulled out and switched

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“Repeated cross traffic alert and blind spot alert fault message.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Recalls (18)

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT16/10/2024

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.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2025 Ford BRONCO

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$2,527

Per month

$211

Per mile

21.1¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,824/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$2,182/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2025 Ford BRONCO

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$2,021

Full coverage / month

$168

Liability only / year

$639

vs US avg

+21%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (suv-midsize)1.05x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age1.15x

= Full coverage estimate$2021

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Ford BRONCO Service Intervals

Oil change

8K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

8K mi

Brake fluid

36 months

Transmission fluid

30K mi

Engine coolant

100K mi

Spark plugs

100K mi

Cabin air filter

20K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

30K mi

IOLM (Intelligent Oil Life Monitor) may signal earlier. Older 5.4L Triton engines have specific service needs — check the manual.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Ford New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / 60K mi

Estimated Repair Costs

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 64 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: Repeated cross traffic alert and blind spot alert fault message.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: When starting my commute to work and when returning home, the instrument panel and gauges display would not turn on. After power/engine restart and open/close driver door, I drove off and about 10 minutes into drive the instrument panel and gauges display started working. On the way to work I pulle
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: Child safety locks on back left door do not lock allowing back seat passengers to open door freely and endangering everyone in vehicle.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: 2025 Bronco Sport Safety Recalls* Replace instrument panel cluster Recall incomplete Block heater element replacement Recall incomplete Cylinder head replacement Recall incomplete Cylinder head inspectionreplacement Recall incomplete DO NOT DRIVE! RECOMMENDED TO REPORT NATIONAL ALERT FOR OWN
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 18 recalls have been completed — free at any Ford dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)