2022 Ford Bronco · symptom sheet
Windshield cracks or distorts
- 40owner reports
- 11,000median miles
- 0involved a crash
Newest report Aug 26, 2026 · checked Sep 9, 2026
97 of the 373 complaints on this car are about the windshield and wipers. 40 of those describe windshield. Only brake wear is reported more often on this car.
Tick what matches of 40 reports
What got replaced
Owners who name the part that was replaced mention the windshield (40 reports).
Recalls and investigations
3 recalls on the windshield and wipers cover the 2022 model year. A recall on the same system isn't always the same failure, so read the defect text.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Bronco vehicles. The fender flares may not be properly secured and detach from the vehicle.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the fender flares as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 1, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S47. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 7, 2026.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles. The 3-door and 5-door Molded-In-Color (MIC) hardtop roof panels may have been manufactured improperly, which can allow sections of the outer roof panel to separate and detach from the vehicle.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the hard top as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed May 28, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in November 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S32. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 12, 2026.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, which could allow it to detach during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C12.
NHTSA investigations into the windshield and wipers on the Bronco
Floorboard fracture. Closed jul 26, 1990.
NHTSA summary
None of these investigations covers the 2022 model year.
When it happens
Too few of these reports state a mileage to give a range.
What owners wrote
“Windshield easily chips and cracks. Vehicle has only 4500 miles and two chips without cracking and one chip with cracking. None happened at highway speeds and seemed to be small objects.”
Filed Apr 25, 2023 · 4,500 miles
“After 30-50 seconds of operation, the wiper speed reduces significantly, regardless of how much rain is falling on the windshield. This is particularly problematic during heavy rain fall. When the speed of the wipers is reduced or increased, then returned to the previous position, they maintain adequate speed for another 30-50 seconds before the speed is reduced once more.”
Filed Feb 9, 2023
“At the top 2 wiper speeds, the windshield wipers will slow down to speeds where I am unable to see. Itâs extremely dangerous, especially at faster driving speeds.”
Filed Feb 8, 2023
“With no impact whatsoever a crack appeared on the INSISE of the vehicle windshield. Outdoor temp was about 40 degrees. Has never been on highway has 2400 miles on it.”
Filed Jan 24, 2023 · 2,400 miles
Should you keep driving it?
This page can't tell you that. 0 of 40 reports involved a crash and 2 people were hurt. Owners who file are the ones who had a bad experience, and nobody checks their reports. If the problem affects steering, braking, power or a fire risk, treat it as a safety fault and have it inspected before a long or high-speed drive.
File your own report with NHTSA. Complaint counts are how a problem gets an investigation.
Other problems on this car
- Brakes grind, pulse or wear early 42 reports
- Engine stalls or loses power while driving 36 reports
- Infotainment, screen or backup camera fails 31 reports
- Suspension noise, struts or alignment 27 reports
- Fuel pump failure 26 reports