2021 Ford Bronco suspension problems

Related recalls

• Recall 25V025000Jan 17, 2025149,449 vehicles
  SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER

  Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles. The rear shock absorbers may corrode and fail, resulting in detachment of the external reservoir.

  Risk: An external reservoir that detaches from a vehicle can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear shock absorbers, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S01.

What owners say

1. Filed May 30, 2026ILSuspension

   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 · source
2. Filed Dec 23, 202540,000 miPASuspension

   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 that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was bouncing. Additionally, the rear-end swayed while driving over a bump. The dealer was made aware of the…

   NHTSA complaint #11706745 · source
3. Filed Sep 9, 2025WASuspension

   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 manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

   NHTSA complaint #11685912 · source
4. Filed Aug 1, 202520,000 miNYSuspension

   The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle bounced uncontrollably. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle made an abnormal squeaking sound while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the cause of the failure could not be determined at first; however, as the failure worsened, and the dealer informed the contact that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V025000…

   NHTSA complaint #11677750 · source
5. Filed Jul 26, 2025WVAirbagsFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionSuspension

   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…

   NHTSA complaint #11676360 · source
6. Filed Jul 23, 2025KYSuspension

   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…

   NHTSA complaint #11675749 · source
7. Filed Jun 25, 202555,000 miMASuspension

   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 local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the rear end of the vehicle was…

   NHTSA complaint #11669098 · source
8. Filed Jun 24, 202538,000 miNYSuspension

   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…

   NHTSA complaint #11668831 · source
9. Filed Jun 18, 202581,000 miFLSuspension

   The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle bounced uncontrollably. No warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that while making a turn, the vehicle went sideways. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed rear shock absorber. The contact was informed that the rear shock absorber needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed…

   NHTSA complaint #11667790 · source
10. Filed Jun 3, 2025MASuspension

    Shocks are all rusting. This has not been normal wear and use. It is a design defect in the material not just the rear expansion defect noted by the recall.

    NHTSA complaint #11664580 · source
11. Filed May 21, 2025COEngineSuspension

    The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V635000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) and 25V025000 (SUSPENSION); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool…

    NHTSA complaint #11662334 · source
12. Filed May 19, 202551,678 miNYSuspension

    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 manufacturer was made aware of the issue and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 60 MPH and driving over a depression…

    NHTSA complaint #11661807 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology