# Ford Bronco Sport brake warning light: complaints, recalls and what to do **Verdict:** Stop driving - **Owner complaints:** 20 - **Most complaints:** 2021 (13) - **Related recalls:** 2 - **Verdict:** Stop now ## Quick answer NHTSA has 20 owner complaints about the brake warning light on the Ford Bronco Sport (2015-2026 models), most for the **2021** model year (13). There are **2 recalls** for related parts; check yours by VIN. Stop driving: If the light goes out when you release the parking brake, you are fine. ## Ford Bronco Sport brake warning light complaints by model year | Model year | Complaints mentioning the brake light | All complaints that year | Share | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2021 | 13 | 713 | 2% | | 2022 | 3 | 370 | 1% | | 2023 | 2 | 163 | 1% | | 2024 | 1 | 115 | 1% | | 2026 | 1 | 8 | 13% | Counts are complaints filed with NHTSA whose description mentions this light. They show where owners have had trouble, not a failure rate: popular years collect more complaints simply because more cars are on the road. ## Ford Bronco Sport recalls related to the brake warning light **[23V021000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V021000)** (2023 models, reported 2023-01-23): A leak inside the ABS module can cause an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel or unexpected movement during an Auto Hold event, increasing the risk of a crash. **Remedy:** Dealers will replace the ABS Module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 2, 2023. **[21V922000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V922000)** (2021-2022 models, reported 2021-11-24): During certain situations, the driver may have to apply more brake pedal force, and the distance required to stop the vehicle may be extended, increasing the risk of a crash. **Remedy:** Dealers will replace the front brake pads, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2022. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer. Enter your 17-character VIN at [nhtsa.gov/recalls](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see whether yours is still open. ## What Ford Bronco Sport owners report - "Turned on, then set cruise control at 70mph, about 10 seconds later I felt the car surge, I looked down, saw the cruise indicator now showed 80, tapped the brakes to disengage. About 2 miles later repeated the same but was watching and vehicle repeated same behavior, I turned the system off. About 2 miles later I..." -- owner of a 2026 Ford Bronco Sport, complaint filed 2026 - "There were no warning lights, messages, or prior symptoms before the brake failure. The brakes simply did not respond when pressed. - Description of the incident: While traveling northbound on Sterling Ave approaching Truman Rd, the light turned yellow. I attempted to brake, but my foot was caught under the..." -- owner of a 2024 Ford Bronco Sport, complaint filed 2025 - "After the uncommanded shift into Park and immobilization, the instrument cluster displayed multiple error messages including "Park Brake Fault - Service Now" and "Pre-Collision Assist Not Available." Additional context: The vehicle had been serviced at an authorized Ford dealership in the United States less than one..." -- owner of a 2023 Ford Bronco Sport, complaint filed 2025 Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly cleaned for reading. They are owners' own accounts and have not been verified. ## What the brake warning light means The red brake warning light most often means the parking brake is still on. If it stays on after you fully release the parking brake, the brake fluid is likely low, which can mean worn pads or a leak in the brake system. A brake light that stays on while driving is a reason to pull over and check, because a fluid leak can lead to loss of braking. The most common causes, on any make: 1. **Parking brake on or not fully released** (most common) 2. **Low brake fluid from worn pads** (common) 3. **Brake fluid leak** (less common) 4. **Faulty fluid level sensor or parking brake switch** (less common) Full causes, what to do and how to reset it: [Brake warning light](/warning-lights/brake). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a recall for the Ford Bronco Sport brake light? Yes. NHTSA lists 2 related recalls (23V021000, 21V922000) covering 2021-2023 models. Recall repairs are free; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is open. ### Which Ford Bronco Sport years have the most brake light complaints? In NHTSA's database the 2021, 2022 and 2023 Bronco Sport model years have the most complaints mentioning the brake warning light, with 13 for 2021. Complaint counts reflect how many cars were sold as well as how often problems happen. ### Is it safe to drive a Ford Bronco Sport with the brake light on? Stop driving. If the light goes out when you release the parking brake, you are fine. If it stays on, especially with a soft pedal, low fluid, or the ABS light also on, stop driving and have the car towed, because the brakes may fail. ### How do I check if my Ford Bronco Sport has an open recall? Enter the 17-character VIN from your dashboard or registration at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Ford dealer. Open recalls are fixed free of charge, even if you are not the first owner. ## Sources - [NHTSA: Vehicle safety complaints and recalls (api.nhtsa.gov)](https://www.nhtsa.gov/nhtsa-datasets-and-apis) - [NHTSA: Check for recalls by VIN](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) ## Other Ford Bronco Sport warning lights - [ABS warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/ford-bronco-sport): 4 complaints - [Airbag (SRS) warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/ford-bronco-sport): 5 complaints - [Battery (charging system) warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/battery/ford-bronco-sport): 17 complaints - [Check engine light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/check-engine/ford-bronco-sport): 88 complaints - [Coolant temperature warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/ford-bronco-sport): 40 complaints - [Oil pressure warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/oil-pressure/ford-bronco-sport): 3 complaints - [Power steering warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/ford-bronco-sport): 12 complaints - [Traction control light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/ford-bronco-sport): 6 complaints ## Brake warning light on other models - [Honda CR-V](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/honda-cr-v): 561 complaints - [Chevrolet Silverado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/chevrolet-silverado): 383 complaints - [Honda Accord](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/honda-accord): 360 complaints - [Honda Pilot](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/honda-pilot): 223 complaints - [Jeep Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/jeep-cherokee): 215 complaints - [Ram 1500](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/ram-1500): 208 complaints - [GMC Sierra](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/gmc-sierra): 206 complaints - [Honda Odyssey](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/honda-odyssey): 176 complaints - [Chevrolet Equinox](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/chevrolet-equinox): 154 complaints - [Jeep Grand Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/jeep-grand-cherokee): 142 complaints ## Ford Bronco Sport - [Ford Bronco Sport specs and mpg by year](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/ford-bronco-sport) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/ford-bronco-sport Updated: 2026-11-04 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.