2021 Ford Bronco Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 24about this part
- Share
- 10%of 230 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 40,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 24 complaints about the suspension of the 2021 Ford Bronco, 10% of the 230 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 40,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“After my Ford dealer applied their recall fix on the rear shocks of my 2021 Bronco with Sasquatch package my passenger side rear shock reservoir came off while driving down the freeway. It didn't hit anyone but it was scary never the less.”
NHTSA complaint #11741008, filed 2026-05“I have a 2021 ford bronco and the rear shock absorbers are both bad on my car it is dangerous to drive I have taken it to 2 different ford dealerships one in Morgantown wv and one in fairmont wv and was told there was nothing they could do about it. Then I contacted ford motor company and spoke to someone and was told there was nothing they could do and the vehicle was safe to drive although it states in the recall it increases risk of crash. I was told to file a complaint and on top of all that they won’t give me an inspection sticker. …”
NHTSA complaint #11676360, filed 2025-07“I am filing a complaint regarding the mishandling of a safety recall on my 2021 Ford Bronco, serviced through Legacy Ford in Corbin, KY. My vehicle currently has four active recalls. One, Campaign 25S01/25V025, involves corrosion and possible failure of the rear shock absorbers. Although this recall was issued in January 2025 and officially appears in my Ford account, parts were unavailable when I contacted Legacy Ford. Ford’s recall line assured me that I would receive a loaner vehicle and/or temporary fix, but the dealership denied this. …”
NHTSA complaint #11675749, filed 2025-07“The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V025000 (Suspension); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the vehicle was exhibiting symptoms of the recall. The contact stated that suspension was very soft, and the vehicle was bouncing while driving over a dip in the roadway while driving at various speeds. …”
NHTSA complaint #11646181, filed 2025-03, 35,000 miles“The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V025000 (Suspension); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the rear shock absorbers. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was inspected, and the dealer informed the contact that one of the rear shock absorbers reservoirs had separated from the vehicle. The dealer took pictures of the failure. …”
NHTSA complaint #11668831, filed 2025-06, 38,000 milesRelated recalls
- 25V025000Jan 17, 2025Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles. The rear shock absorbers may corrode and fail, resulting in detachment of the…Covers: Ford Bronco 2021–2024
Related service bulletins
- 11037537Sep 24, 2026This article supersedes TSB 25-2575 to update the Parts list to add the applicable body wiring harnesses and underbody shield bolts. Some vehicles listed in the Model statement…
- 11027609Jan 8, 2026This article supersedes TSB 24-2408 to update the parts list. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a loud front end clink/clunk noise that leads…
- 11025876Nov 28, 2025This article supersedes TSB 24-2104 to update the vehicle model years affected. Some vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a "Sta-bar Disconnect Service…
- 11019478Jun 5, 2025Some 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles built on or before 01-Jan-2025 equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine and 10R60 automatic transmission may exhibit diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)…
- 10253890Apr 11, 2024This article supersedes TSB 23-2400 to update the parts list. Some 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles may encounter a Sta-bar Disconnect Service Required message in the instrument panel…
- 10241594Aug 15, 2023During replacement of the electronic front stabilizer bar disconnect assembly on 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles, removal and replacement of the sta-bar harness is required. To assist…
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 4% |
| 2024 | 7 | 9% |
| 2023 | 13 | 6% |
| 2022 | 27 | 7% |
| 2021 | 24 | 10% |
| 1996 | 5 | 6% |
| 1995 | 4 | 4% |
| 1994 | 3 | 3% |
| 1993 | 2 | 5% |
| 1992 | 1 | 3% |
| 1990 | 4 | 7% |
| 1989 | 2 | 2% |
| 1986 | 2 | 7% |
| 1985 | 1 | 5% |
| 1984 | 1 | 10% |
Other parts of the 2021 Ford Bronco
69 complaintsFuel system
30 complaintsElectrical system
29 complaintsOther or unknown
28 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
23 complaintsBrakes
22 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
17 complaintsLane departure
11 complaintsBody and structure
11 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
9 complaintsAir bags
7 complaintsForward collision avoidance
7 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2021 Ford Bronco
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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