2022 Ford Bronco Sport transmission problems

Filed Oct 15, 2026 · Transmission · WV

The rear drive unit (RDU) deteriorated at 78k miles. I began to notice a shudder during low-speed turns with high steering angle. Upon inspection, metallic flakes were discovered in the RDU’s fluid, apparently indicating mechanical degradation of the internal clutch packs. Two separate Ford dealerships recommended complete RDU assembly replacement at a significant expense. I am concerned that an important drivetrain component could deteriorate this quickly, from normal driving use. I believe this could result in wheel drag/lockup or seizure while operating the vehicle. I have not experienced it yet and I’m not sure whether a total mechanical failure would cause it either. Ford has numerous technical service bulletins on this issue, so it is known to them (TSB 26-2328). I am currently waiting for a dealership to receive parts so that the RDU may be replaced.

Filed Oct 13, 2026 · Engine, Transmission · 46,580 miles · PA

The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate and lost motive power. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection. The contact stated that the failure was related to the powertrain control module (PCM). The dealer reportedly found a transmission failure, and the vehicle was not covered under warranty. The contact stated that there was sand and debris in the transmission. The vehicle had been driven on the beach. It was unknown whether any repairs were completed. The contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V267000 (Power Train). The manufacturer was notified by phone, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 46,580.

Filed Oct 13, 2026 · Transmission · KS

Stripped differential. I was told by a service tech that the vehicle is safe to drive until it isn’t that Ford is aware but does not have a fix. It is available for inspection. The vehicle is getting worse, and I only drive short distances. Olathe Ford did the inspection. They will not give me a copy of the inspection. I have never received any warning lights whatsoever.

Filed Oct 13, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · OH

after the dealership executed Safety Recall 25S76, the vehicle immediately began violently sputtering and surging on public roads, and the service department actively concealed the resulting diagnostic fault codes.

Filed Sep 22, 2026 · Steering, Suspension · IL

Front and rear axle, 4 wheel drive, and differential issues, causing steering, wheel, and driving issues. There is a nationwide back order on parts needed to repair this common, and known issue, leaving Ford service to return customers to continue driving unsafe vehicles until parts arrive. Despite Ford having knowledge of this safety hazard, there has been no recall.

Filed Sep 10, 2026 · Transmission · TN

I have a 2022 Ford Bronco Sport Outer Banks that I bought brand new. I special ordered it and had it delivered to a dealership in Jacksonville IL. The vehicle has 107,000 miles on it. On XXX while driving to work my car completely quite running in the middle of a busy intersection with cars speeding by us and me and my fiance were both in danger of being hit by multiple Semi trucks, this road leads directly to an industrial park. I had the vehicle towed to the nearest ford dealer who told me the Transmission failed completely. I have read online that this is a known issue with a series of Bronco products that ford has produced. there are endless online forums and from what i can find Ford has not addressed or notified consumers that their product may quit unexpectedly out of no where putting lives at risk. This could kill people. We had just got off one of the most busy interstates in the united states. [XXX] in [XXX] if my car would have quit on I24 its very likely me and my fiance would both be dead and possibly others injured as well. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Sep 3, 2026 · Fuel system, Transmission · 41,000 miles · PA

The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V467000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer and manufacturer were contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure associated with the recall. The contact stated that while turning at slow speeds and while turning while in reverse, the vehicle was vibrating and shaking abnormally with a loud grinding sound. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and was diagnosed with rear differential failure. The contact was informed that the rear differential needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired, and the contact was informed that parts were not available. The contact was concerned that the rear differential failure might cause the vehicle to become inoperable. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The failure mileage was 41,000.

Filed Sep 1, 2026 · Transmission · KS

I first noticed noise from the rear of the vehicle in early July 2026, within days of picking it up from Louisburg Ford following a turbocharger repair completed June 29, 2026. The rear drive unit (rear differential) has since been diagnosed as failing at 82,053 miles, with a repair quoted at approximately $4,000. Ford documented this failure mode in Technical Service Bulletin 23-2335, issued October 2023 and superseded by 24-2185 and 24-2386, identifying the rear drive unit vent hose as an entry point for fluid contamination that destroys the unit. My vehicle is within the affected population — 2022 Bronco Sport Outer Banks with the 1.5L engine, delivered October 29, 2022. In October 2023, when Ford documented this defect, my vehicle had approximately 25,000 miles and was under its bumper-to-bumper warranty. The vehicle has been serviced exclusively at Louisburg Ford since delivery at 11 miles, and the records show the vent hose has never been replaced — the original design remains installed. This vehicle has also required repairs to engine sealing at three separate leak sources, the high-pressure fuel injectors, the exhaust converter, and a complete turbocharger and wastegate assembly, all before 83,000 miles. Ford has offered partial assistance, leaving $1,685 as my share. The vehicle is currently not drivable.

Filed Aug 17, 2026 · Transmission · MI

Both the valve included in Ford's TSB 24-2185 and the clutch pack included in TSB 26-2328 both defaulted in the vehicle, causing debris and metal shavings to accumulate in the RDU which resulted in pitting of the gears and parts. This has resulted in a complete RDU replacement. The vehicle has only 65,700 miles.

Filed Aug 12, 2026 · Engine, Transmission · WA

Oil pump solenoid has been replaced 3 times and the vehicle is under 100,000 miles. There is a low oil light illuminates on dash board in addition to acceleration lose and a white smoke coming from under the hood and the back end of the vehicle. The 6th or 7th time this happened the Bronco had to be towed. There were many more problems included in this tow, powertrain failure, engine misfire, loss of power, crackling, popping sound from under the hood.