# Ford Bronco Sport traction control light: complaints, recalls and what to do **Verdict:** Drive to a shop this week - **Owner complaints:** 6 - **Most complaints:** 2021 (4) - **Related recalls:** 1 - **Verdict:** This week ## Quick answer NHTSA has 6 owner complaints about the traction control light on the Ford Bronco Sport (2015-2026 models), most for the **2021** model year (4). There is **1 recall** for related parts; check yours by VIN. Drive to a shop this week: Yes, a car with a steady traction control light is safe to drive with extra care, since your normal brakes and steering still work. ## Ford Bronco Sport traction control light complaints by model year | Model year | Complaints mentioning the traction control light | All complaints that year | Share | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2021 | 4 | 713 | 1% | | 2022 | 1 | 370 | 0% | | 2023 | 1 | 163 | 1% | 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 traction control 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. 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 - "I looked on the internet and see there have been a lot of issues with the car sliding on wet roads - the traction control is supposed to be engaged when the car is cranked. I did try changing it between all wheel drive and traction control on and off but nothing helped during driving on the slightly damp Hwy." -- owner of a 2023 Ford Bronco Sport, complaint filed 2023 - "The contact stated while driving 25 MPH with the traction control activated, the vehicle experienced abnormally loud sounds coming from the rear of vehicle. The contact previously owned a Ford Bronco Sport and traded the vehicle because the vehicle was experiencing the same safety failure. The contact stated after..." -- owner of a 2022 Ford Bronco Sport, complaint filed 2023 - "The ABS, traction control, engine, seat belt, battery, and other unknown warning lights illuminated, and the messages, "System off to Save Battery - Please turn off to Start Engine", "Charging System Service Now", "Pre-Collision Assist not Available", "Front Camera Temporarily Unavailable", "Service Vehicle Soon",..." -- owner of a 2021 Ford Bronco Sport, complaint filed 2026 Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly cleaned for reading. They are owners' own accounts and have not been verified. ## What the traction control light means A flashing traction control light is normal: it means the system is cutting power or braking a wheel to stop it from spinning on a slippery surface. A light that stays on means traction or stability control is turned off or has a fault, often a wheel speed sensor that also triggers the ABS light. The car drives normally, but it is easier to skid. The most common causes, on any make: 1. **System switched off** (common) 2. **Failed wheel speed sensor** (common) 3. **Engine fault disabling the system** (common) 4. **Steering angle sensor needs calibration** (less common) Full causes, what to do and how to reset it: [Traction control light](/warning-lights/traction-control). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a recall for the Ford Bronco Sport traction control light? Yes. NHTSA lists 1 related recall (23V021000) covering 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 traction control light complaints? In NHTSA's database the 2021, 2022 and 2023 Bronco Sport model years have the most complaints mentioning the traction control light, with 4 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 traction control light on? Drive to a shop this week. Yes, a car with a steady traction control light is safe to drive with extra care, since your normal brakes and steering still work. Slow down in rain, snow or ice, and get it checked soon if the ABS or red brake light is also on. ### 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 - [Brake warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/ford-bronco-sport): 20 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 on other models - [Ram 1500](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/ram-1500): 372 complaints - [Chevrolet Silverado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-silverado): 337 complaints - [Jeep Wrangler](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/jeep-wrangler): 247 complaints - [GMC Sierra](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/gmc-sierra): 180 complaints - [Chevrolet Traverse](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-traverse): 133 complaints - [Jeep Grand Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/jeep-grand-cherokee): 132 complaints - [Chevrolet Colorado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-colorado): 128 complaints - [Chevrolet Malibu](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-malibu): 110 complaints - [Jeep Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/jeep-cherokee): 92 complaints - [Ford Explorer](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/ford-explorer): 81 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/traction-control/ford-bronco-sport Updated: 2026-11-04 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.