2022 Ford Bronco Problems

What owners report

Owner complaints on this model year cluster around three themes: a fuel-system recall with parts often unavailable, rearview/360-degree camera images that go blank or flicker, and rear shock absorber concerns tied to a suspension recall. Many complaints describe owners being told the remedy parts were not yet in stock, and several report the symptoms began well under 40,000 miles. A smaller but consistent group describes rough running, hesitation, or stalling on acceleration.

1. 1
   Fuel system

   Low-pressure fuel pump failure and stalling

   • 65 complaints (17%)
   • median 28,900 mi at 3.9 yrs old (20 state mileage)
   • 1 mention a crash, fire or injury
   • filed 2022–2026

   Complaints describe loss of motive power, stalling, hesitation when the accelerator is pressed, and rough or jerking running; some owners say the vehicle would not restart immediately. Dealers diagnosed a failed low-pressure fuel pump in several cases, and many owners report being told the recall remedy parts were unavailable or that the repair had not actually been performed. Some also mention an inaccurate fuel gauge. Spread fairly evenly from a few thousand miles to about 75,000 miles; several complaints mention cold-start shuddering.

   Recall 25V4550003 related service bulletins

   What to check: Ask for proof that the low-pressure fuel pump recall remedy (including any PCM update) was completed on this VIN, and note any hesitation, stumble, or long crank on a test drive.

   2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

   “The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco. The contact stated that while leaving the residence, the vehicle stalled on the highway. The driver was able to avoid a crash with a tractor-trailer. The check engine warning light illuminated intermittently, and a “Service Vehicle Soon” message was displayed. Additionally, there was a tool symbol displayed on the instrument panel. …”

   NHTSA complaint #11756185, filed 2026-08, 75,000 miles

   “The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle needed to be towed. The contact was informed that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline), 25V721000 (Seats), and 26V124000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. …”

   NHTSA complaint #11725590, filed 2026-03, 40,000 miles
2. 2
   Other or unknown

   Rearview camera blank, blue, or frozen image

   Mentioned in 9 of 60 sampled complaints

   Owners describe the rearview or 360-degree camera showing a blank, blue, or black screen when shifting into reverse, and in some cases the screen goes blank at start-up so the camera never comes on. Some say the image flickers or continues to display after the backing event ends. Several complaints note that dealers confirmed the condition is covered by a recall but that remedy parts or software were not yet available. Reported from a few thousand miles up into the 30,000-60,000 mile range, on vehicles of varying age within the model year.

   Recall 26V124000Recall 25V888000Recall 25V273000Recall 25V312000Recall 25V315000Recall 23V165000Recall 22V8250003 related service bulletins

   What to check: Put the vehicle in reverse and confirm the rearview and 360-degree images display promptly and stay on; ask whether the camera and infotainment software recalls or updates have been completed.

   2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

   “The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline), 26V124000 (Back Over Prevention), and 25V721000 (Seats); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the infotainment screen intermittently turned blank at start-up, causing the rear-view camera to fail while reversing. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. …”

   NHTSA complaint #11726637, filed 2026-03, 15,000 miles

   “The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V025000 (Suspension), 25V315000 (Back Over Prevention), and 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced a bumpy ride. Additionally, the contact stated that the rearview camera image flickered, and the engine was running abnormally rough. …”

   NHTSA complaint #11674199, filed 2025-07, 6,000 miles
3. 3
   Suspension

   Rear shock absorber leaks and unstable rear end

   • 27 complaints (7%)
   • median 33,000 mi at 3.5 yrs old (10 state mileage)
   • filed 2023–2026

   Owners describe the rear of the vehicle bouncing, shuddering, or feeling uncontrollable over bumps at highway speed, and dealers diagnosed leaking or failed rear shock absorbers. Several complaints were filed after the owner received a suspension recall notice but was told the parts were not yet available. Some owners also describe abnormal metal-on-metal noises. Mostly reported from the mid-20,000s into the 50,000-70,000 mile range, often at highway speeds over bumps.

   Recall 25V025000

   What to check: Inspect the rear shocks for fluid residue or corrosion and ask whether the rear shock absorber recall has been completed; drive over broken pavement at speed if possible.

   2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

   “The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal metal-on-metal sound coming from the vehicle. In addition, the contact was hauling a trailer during the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was informed that parts were not available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. …”

   NHTSA complaint #11671570, filed 2025-07, 30,000 miles

   “The contact owns a 2022 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 while driving approximately 70 -75 MPH, the vehicle was driven over a bump in the roadway, the vehicle started bouncing abnormally and failed to remain in the intended lane. …”

   NHTSA complaint #11670832, filed 2025-07, 45,000 miles

Buying note. Ask for the recall history by VIN and confirmation that the fuel pump, rear shock, camera, and hardtop campaigns have actually been completed, since many complaints center on parts being unavailable. A test drive over bumps and in reverse, plus a hardtop and wiper check, covers most of what owners report.

Summary written with AI from a sample of 60 NHTSA complaints for this model year (picked at random, with complaints that state a mileage and recent ones taken first), then checked automatically against the source records. Where a problem shows a complaint count, every complaint for this model year was matched with fixed keyword rules (written with AI and tested against the sample), and the mileage, age and repair figures are calculated from those complaints; owners' figures are as stated, not verified. Other counts refer to the sample. The excerpts come from NHTSA's public complaint records and are unverified; capitalisation is normalised, NHTSA staff notes are removed, and shortened text ends with “…”. Something wrong? Request a correction.