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2022 Ford Bronco Sport

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 Bronco Sport.

As a baseline for researchers evaluating the 2022 Ford Bronco Sport, its powertrain specifications include a 5.34-quart engine oil capacity utilizing 5W-20 viscosity. Reliability data complicates this mechanical picture, with 330 total owner complaints and 15 recalls highlighting the gasoline fuel system as the primary area of concern. Within the model's 2021-2026 complaint history, the 2022 model represents a notable decline from the 664 complaints of the 2021 model year, meaning that while the absolute peak of model complaints has passed, the ongoing fuel system issues and numerous recalls indicate that ownership still demands scrutiny.

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity5.34 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque100.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 48 - Enhanced Flooded Battery · 700 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 48 - Enhanced Flooded Battery · 700 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size225/65R17 102HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim7 inOEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length172.8 in
Overall width74.4 in
Overall height71.3 in
Wheelbase105.1 in
Curb weight3457 lb
Track (front / rear)63.4 / 63 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)57/43

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Bronco Sport of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

5.9–9.2 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.90 sec — 2021 Badlands
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2021Badlands 2.0L Turbo I-45.90 sec14.50 sec245 hpAWD
2021Badlands 2.0L Turbo I-46.50 sec15.30 sec245 hpAWD
2021Outer Banks 1.5L Turbo I-38.20 sec16.30 sec181 hpAWD
2021Outer Banks 1.5L Turbo I-38.50 sec16.40 sec181 hpAWD
2021Outer Banks 1.5L Turbo I-38.60 sec16.40 sec181 hpAWD
2021Outer Banks 1.5L Turbo I-39.20 sec16.80 sec181 hpAWD
2023Limited Heritage 2.0L Turbo I-47.30 sec15.80 sec250 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5.34 qt of 5W-20 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 100.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidMERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity8.45
Brake FluidDOT 4
Engine Coolant Capacity7.71
Engine Coolant Capacity8.7
Engine OilSAE 5W · Synthetic
Engine Oil Capacity5.34 qt
Engine OilSAE 5W · Synthetic

Engine torques

Cylinder Head InstructionsUse new bolts only.
Cylinder Head InstructionsUse new bolts only.

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts100.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerMotorcraft
Spark Plug Gap0.031" in
Spark Plug Torque13.0 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerMotorcraft
Spark Plug Gap0.03" in
Spark Plug Torque9.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Oil GroupPAG
Oil TypeYN-35
Oil Capacity4.10 oz
RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.21 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil TypeYN-35

Service checks

RPM51.0-88.0 rpm

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque21.0 ft-lbs
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 81.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 46.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor Torque6.5
Minimum Pad Thickness0.079" in
Solid Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: .984; Rear: .354
Maximum Rotor Runout0.002"

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Inspection Procedure (Lower) — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Check the ball joint and boot for any damage. Step 3: Measure the ball joint deflection with a dial indicator that has a flexible arm by attaching between the lower control arm and wheel knuckle or ball joint stud. Dial indicator should be aligned as close as possible to the center line of the lower ball joint. Step 4: Push up and pull down on the lower control arm by hand until reading is on indicator. Step 5: Replace the ball joint if dial indicator readings exceed specifications.
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1103.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: Loosen 90°, Step 3: 74.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 90°, Step 5: 15°103 ft. lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
174.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°74 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
15.2 ft. lbs., Step 2: 11.1 ft. lbs., Step 3: 41.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 90°, Step 5: 90°5.2 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
15.2 ft. lbs., Step 2: 11.1 ft. lbs., Step 3: 41.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 90°, Step 5: 90°5.2 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 100,000 mi; coolant at 200,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 200,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Drive Axle Assembly (inspect)
Every 20,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
At 100,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 100,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miDrive Belt (replace) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)
At 200,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2022 Ford Bronco Sport shows a notable improvement over the 2021 model year, with complaints dropping from 664 to 330, though it still has the second-highest count in the generation. Recalls remain elevated at 15, nearly matching 2021's 16, and the 2022 model has 146 TSBs—a decrease from 2021's 183 but still above the 2023 and 2024 figures. The top complaint areas are fuel system, electrical system, and brakes, but the data does not specify root causes. This places the 2022 in the middle of the generation's downward trend in complaints, suggesting early teething issues were partially addressed but not fully resolved. Given the still-high recall count and complaint volume compared to 2023 and 2024, the 2022 is a moderate buy—safer than the 2021 but not as refined as later model years.

15
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
146
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
3
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
330
Owner complaints
12 involved a crash · 12 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 330 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Fuel System, Gasoline34
Unknown Or Other30
Electrical System29
Service Brakes25
Engine24
Power Train22
Fuel/Propulsion System12
Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System11

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 15 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

21V625000Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump:Control/Drive ModuleReported 10/08/2021

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles. The fuel delivery module may leak inside the fuel tank, causing low fuel pressure which could result in… Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. Interim notification letters (remedy not available) were mailed on September 30, 2021. Owner notification letters…

21V922000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:CaliperReported 23/11/2021

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco Sport and Escape vehicles. The rear brake linings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can affect braking performance. As such, these vehicles… Remedy: Dealers will replace the front brake pads, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 146 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
SSM 549392026-06-16Power TrainSome 2020-2026 Corsair/Escape, 2021-2026 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles…
SSM 548572026-05-21Fuel/Propulsion System2020-2026 Explorer/Escape/Corsair, 2021-2026 Bronco Sport/Bronco, 2022-2026 Maverick…
TSB 26-22052026-05-18Unknown Or OtherThis bulletin supersedes 25-2346. Reason for update: add Bronco Sport and Escape vehicles…
25B512026-05-08EngineCertain 2021-2024 Model Year Bronco, 2021-2024 Model Year Bronco Sport, 2020-2022 Model…
SSM 547972026-05-04Power TrainSome 2020-2026 Corsair/Escape, 2021-2026 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2022 Bronco Sport take?

5.34 qt of Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or equivalent, per the factory manual.

Does the 2022 Bronco Sport have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 15 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.