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Ford Bronco 6th Gen

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
4.0 / 5.0 · Based on 2 engine variants

Engine Overview

The Ford Bronco 6th Gen is available with 2 engine variants — from 290 to 330 hp.

2.3L EcoBoost · Petrol· 300 PS
2021 2025
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
2.7L EcoBoost V6 · Petrol· 330 PS
2021 2025
Good Choice 3 weaknesses
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The Ford 2.3L EcoBoost (Petrol, 300 PS) has the EcoBoost-2.3-Mustang (2.3L EcoBoost) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.

The Ford 2.7L EcoBoost V6 (Petrol, 330 PS) has the EcoBoost-2.7-V6-Bronco (2.7L EcoBoost V6) — rated: "Good Choice", 3 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
!Water Ingress — Oversized Panel Gaps (SB 21-2403)

Oversized panel gaps, rear window rubber improperly seated. Service Bulletin SB 21-2403.

Symptoms: Wet interior after rain, water under rear window
Ad seal Bronco rear windowBronco weatherstrip
 Low
●Hardtop MIC Panels — Moisture Absorption and Cracking

Unsealed panel edges absorb moisture → unsightly appearance, cracks. Ford offered free replacement (until Sept 2022). Reports continue after.

Symptoms: Discoloration of roof panels, visible cracks, moisture under panels
 Medium
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Below average
756 complaints · 2021–2025
Wipers & Visibility
166 ⚠ 1
Engine
128 ⚠ 2
Electrical
90 ⚠ 4
Other
85 ⚠ 4
Brakes
75 ⚠ 6

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Wipers & Visibility (166 complaints)
⚠ Engine (128 complaints)
⚠ Electrical (90 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 13 weaknesses have been documented for the Ford Bronco 6th Gen (2021–2025) — 9 engine-related and 4 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Body, Gearbox. Considered reliable: EcoBoost-2.7-V6-Bronco (2.7L EcoBoost V6).

Bronco (EcoBoost-2.3-Mustang, 2021–2025) — Be Careful: Cylinder head / liner issues under high load, Low-pressure fuel pump (LPFP) failure, Intake valve carbon buildup from direct injection. Power: 300 PS.

What to watch out for with the Ford Bronco? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Ford Bronco 6th Gen have? +
The Ford Bronco 6th Gen has 9 known engine weaknesses and 4 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Ford Bronco 6th Gen? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: EcoBoost-2.7-V6-Bronco (2.7L EcoBoost V6). The most reliable engine is the EcoBoost-2.7-V6-Bronco (2.7L EcoBoost V6) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the EcoBoost-2.7-V6-Bronco (2.7L EcoBoost V6).
Which Ford Bronco 6th Gen engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Ford Bronco 6th Gen. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 3 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Ford Bronco 6th Gen engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Ford Bronco 6th Gen — rated: "Fun to Drive!". {description} 330 hp V6: for heavy off-road loads and towing. Check recall 24S55 — intake valves from over-hardened alloy fracture, 91,000 vehicles affected, free engine replacement, 10-year warranty. Outside the recall window: solid engine. Plastic oil pan leaks like the F-150.
Is the Ford Bronco 6th Gen worth buying used? +
The Ford Bronco 6th Gen is a good choice as a used car — 1 of 2 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Ford Bronco 6th Gen? +
The Ford Bronco 6th Gen is available with engine variants from 290 to 330 hp. Petrol: EcoBoost-2.3-Mustang (2.3L EcoBoost), EcoBoost-2.7-V6-Bronco (2.7L EcoBoost V6).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee