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2021 Ford Bronco fuel system problems

The 2021 Ford Bronco has 23 fuel system complaints filed with NHTSA — 8% of the year's total, and up sharply from the prior model year.

23

Fuel System complaints

8%

Share of year

0

Crash-involved

1

Related recalls

Fuel System complaints by year

Related recalls

25V455000Fuel SystemJuly 7, 2025 · 850,318 units

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.

Consequence

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Interim notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 16, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated 2nd Quarter 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.

Common questions

How many fuel system complaints does the 2021 Ford Bronco have?

NHTSA has 23 complaints about the 2021 Ford Bronco fuel system — 8% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Are there recalls for the 2021 Ford Bronco fuel system?

Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign for this model year is tied to the fuel system: 25V455000.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.