The 2026 Ford Bronco has a low safety risk profile with 3 recall campaigns and 0 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

25V7880002025-14-11

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

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

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

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26V1240002026-03-03

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.

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

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26V2680002026-28-04

SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

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.

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

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Ford Bronco Fuel Economy

15–27mpg combined

15-25city

16-30hwy

$1,600-$2,900/yr

Across 12 configurations, the 2026 Ford Bronco returns 15–27 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

Bronco Sport 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

27mpg

1.5L 3-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

25 city30 hwy~$1,600/yr5/10 Average

Bronco Sport Sasquatch 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

25mpg

1.5L 3-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive

24 city26 hwy~$1,750/yr5/10 Average

Bronco Sport 4WD - Automatic (S8)

24mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive

21 city28 hwy~$1,800/yr5/10 Average

Bronco 4WD - Automatic (S10)

20mpg

2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

18 city22 hwy~$2,200/yr4/10 Average

Bronco Outer Banks 4WD - Automatic (S10)

20mpg

2.7L 6-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

19 city21 hwy~$2,200/yr4/10 Average

Bronco Sasquatch 4WD - Automatic (S10)

20mpg

2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

18 city22 hwy~$2,200/yr3/10 Poor

Bronco 4WD - Manual 7-spd

19mpg

2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

18 city21 hwy~$2,300/yr4/10 Average

Bronco Sasquatch 4WD - Manual 7-spd

19mpg

2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

18 city21 hwy~$2,300/yr3/10 Poor

Bronco Badlands 4WD - Automatic (S10)

18mpg

2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

17 city19 hwy~$2,450/yr3/10 Poor

Bronco 4WD - Automatic (S10)

17mpg

2.7L 6-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

17 city17 hwy~$2,600/yr3/10 Poor

Bronco Badlands 4WD - Manual 7-spd

17mpg

2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

17 city18 hwy~$2,600/yr3/10 Poor

Bronco Raptor 4WD - Automatic (S10)

15mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

15 city16 hwy~$2,900/yr2/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2026 Ford Bronco

37States

28%in top 3

15% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 37 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

TXTexas

3,81815%

FLFlorida

1,6937%

CACalifornia

1,5786%

MIMichigan

1,4836%

GAGeorgia

1,1895%

PAPennsylvania

1,1485%

AZArizona

8393%

MOMissouri

8173%

DEDelaware

7773%

NCNorth Carolina

7343%

COColorado

7273%

DCWashington DC

6973%

OHOhio

6863%

ILIllinois

6703%

MDMaryland

6252%

TNTennessee

5182%

NYNew York

5052%

WAWashington

5042%

OKOklahoma

4952%

ALAlabama

4942%

NJ392

UT360

NH346

OR315

IN314

MN286

NV259

ID247

RI242

MA236

CT215

AR194

IA187

KY179

WI164

VA157

NM150

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2026.

2026 Ford Bronco Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2026 Ford Bronco a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2026 Ford Bronco. There are 3 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2026 Ford Bronco?

NHTSA shows 3 recall campaigns for the 2026 Ford Bronco. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2026 Ford Bronco?

You'll get between 15 and 27 MPG combined from the 2026 Ford Bronco, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.