
r/FordBronco

Do you catch yourself looking back as you walk away? Ever take a photo too? Let's see em...
Had a couple good ones lately and I couldn't help myself. Though as a photographer this happens more than I'd like to admit. Let's see what you guys have! Would anyone be interested in some tips to edit your car photos? If so let me know....
Picked up a 26 today!
Loved the 2023 Bronco Black Diamond so much I had to upgrade to the 2026 Outer Banks. Nice having the creature comforts this time!
got a bronco a month ago, couldn’t be happier with it!!
MPG in 23 BD with 2.7
This was all highway but killer. My real number is 23.3 ish, I am always surprised by how well this thing does I love it
Bronco on portals
Not sure if this is someone’s on here, but this is the first time I’ve seen a Bronco on portals in the wild…made my badlands on 37s look super tiny lol
>A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
>NHTSA ID Number: 26V252000
>Manufacturer Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
>Components STRUCTURE
>Potential Number of Units Affected: 108046
>Summary
>Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.
>Remedy
>MMNA will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 17, 2026. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-26-001. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov June 3, 2026. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V507.
Credit: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Well this sucks
Got my bronco keyed in the driveway last night... That's going to be a fun expensive fix. People are unhinged.
You might get a gift if I see your Bronco in North NJ or upstate NY!
Printed a bunch more traction board keychains before I hit the road north from NC. I already handed out two in the West Milford area, and one to an F150 Raptor owner on the way up from NC, who to my surprise has a Bronco Raptor at home lol.
Who will be the next lucky recipient? Look for the OBX soft top with topo hood graphic!
Enjoying my li'l lift and new shoes.
When I bought my Bronco in January, I paid cash and had to really think about what I'd use and wanted to pay for. I really didn't think I'd "need" the SAS package. I'm not a crawler, just a hiker/backpacker who likes to go on bumpy trails. It wasn't until I got home and started settling in and realized my Subaru had higher clearance that my stomach sank and I checked KBB pricing on my 2 week old Bronco to see if I could upgrade, lol. Nope.
Anyway, I asked in my local Bronco group for an honest off road shop that wouldn't take advantage of a car ignorant lady so I could get a functional lift and some bigger tires. A guy who removed/upgraded his SAS suspension shortly after purchase offered me his for free (yes, I know about the recall, but they look great and my area is DRY). That saved me big bucks, and then I found some SAS take off tires with under 100mi for a great price. One of the guys who runs the Bronco group came and installed everything at my house for a great price, and now I'm thrilled with it.
Took it on a little trail up here in the San Diego mountains after a hike yesterday, and it did so great, though now I need to figure out a better solution for side steps (I'm 4'11" so they're a necessity) since they scraped a couple times.
I just built a camping platform this week, and installed the Trailgater table. It's shaping up to be a great adventure vehicle. 😄
Officially a Bronco Owner and I’m surprised
Finally got one! One thing that was pleasantly surprising was the wind noise not being as big of a deal as I anticipated. I came from a Lexus which prides themselves on comfort and was expecting massive change but below 75mph, I hardly notice it. ALSO the B&O sounds system is PLENTY for my ears. I can understand sound nerds wanting it more fine tuned, but this is far better than my 2019 Lexus sound system.
I’ll be daily driving this and I’m honestly not one for massive tires and off-road upgrades. The trails I’ll be taking it on are pretty minor so any other convenience upgrades yall recommend besides weather mats are welcome!
Thoughts?
89 xlt listed for sale near me at 5k, looks like it has 237 miles on it? Service records are there, no accidents. I drive a 2004 Toyota base as an everyday and would keep that, but I’m moving to the coast and want a fun beach truck to drive on the sand and maybe to go hunting with. I would expect some issues at this price but I am interested in learning to wrench on my own car and this seems like it could fit the bill. I guess I’m just asking for the opinions of experienced bronco drivers. Thanks!
Powder Coating OBX Wheels
Got the stock wheels on my 2026 Outer Banks in Marsh Gray powder coated gloss black this week. Definitely think it fits the black painted roof & grille on the OBX better then stock. Picked up my Bronco back in March this year and besides a water leak and small rattle in radio (both now fixed under warranty), I’m loving it! Before and after for reference.
keep the build looking clean and heavy-duty. Simple but solid.
Who was looking for a baby blue Heritage?
Someone the other day said they couldn't find one.
Stevens Ford in Milford, CT has one. I was going to include a link but didnt want to get in trouble......
We still talking Mileage?
My 2-door Big Bend w/7spd getting incredible mileage on my most recent trip from Detroit to Chicago. Stopped a couple times and averaged just over 60mph with traffic and construction. Regular gas.
Feels like the mileage has been creeping up since new. Maybe the engine is “breaking in”
AC issues and service
Went in to Ford to have an AC coil replaced after numerous attempts to figure out what is wrong with our 2021 Ford Bronco. Finally got the car in to have the coil replaced and Ford calls me to say they broke off/lost the bolt to the AC compressor and now have to order an entire new compressor and want to charge me an additional $1000 dollar to replace the compressor, albeit nothing was wrong with it before they “broke off the bolt”. They are kind of working with me and going to see what they can write off, but this is ridiculous right?
MECHANICS NEEDED 2021 Bronco Engine Faliure
I have a 2021 Ford Bronco 2.7L with about 70k miles and I am experiencing misfires in the engine and what I was told was no compression in cylinder 4 due to a leaking valve...
They quoted me for about $12k to repair and $15k for an entirely new engine. There is an open recall for bad fuel pumps with no solution. Per my research this could lead to engine problems and failure.
I have contacted the dealership to investigate it.
Would Ford be liable to fix the engine due to the recall? OR what is my best course of action right now?
Badlands suspension vs Sasquatch suspension?
Dealer is telling me that I can add spacers and bigger tires to the Badlands. Saying it's pretty much the same as the Sasquatch. I thought the suspension components were completely different.
Can anyone tell me what exactly is different between the suspension on the Badlands and the Sasquatch package?
Is adding 35s to the Badlands a viable option or does it screw up how the suspension works?
I appreciate the replies, I did search but it didn't turn up facts as much as opinions on the matter. Thanks!
New Bronco
Just got this new Bronco. Got a lift kit and 35s thrown on!
I got the lux package with the 12 speakers. Any idea how difficult it is to change the sub? Not a fan of it stock one