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3FMCR9B69MR••••••2021 Ford BRONCO SPORT
This build draws 2.9× more complaints than the average 2021 Ford BRONCO SPORT build (35 vs 12).
35on this build
650on the model
53builds in total
1involved a fire
Most reportedElectrical System 14Power Train 9Engine 7Service Brakes 5
What owners of this build wrote
Electrical SystemfireOct 2023
My 2021 Bronco failed our family on Friday. The Bronco failed to start upon pressing the start and brake pedal. The main console panel started flashing then cycling through all kinds of failure alerts. There was a series loud noises from the engine, the headlights flashed off…
Fuel SystemOct 2025
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V467000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). While driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light was illuminated, and the vehicle began shaking and hesitated while…
Power TrainAug 2025
Shaking and vibration noise is coming from the rear passenger side of the vehicle. Rear drive unit and hose need to be replaced due to a build up of road debris in the rdu hose. Has happened with many bronco sports from 2021-2022
SuspensionJul 2025
Car suddenly and dangerously braked on highway with no other vehicles around. Afterwards the tool and check engine lights came on. All advance trac systems failed. Dealership replaced the broken bolts and rear axle. In review it appears recall 21s04 should apply. Site shows 2021…
Fuel/propulsion SystemMar 2025
Purge valve went bad, it was causing the vehicle to try to stall and dropping down to very low rim, always happened after fueling and would sometimes hesitate to go when accelerator was pushed. I had it stall on my trying to pull on to [XXX] in Florida from an exit. That could…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 3FMCR9B69MRA42001 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.