Engine Oil
0W-20
Full Synthetic
Capacity
4.3 qt
with filter
3.8 qt without filter
Oil Filter
FL-910S
Motorcraft (OEM)
OEM spec: WSS-M2C962-A1
The 2021 Ford Bronco Sport takes 0W-20 Full Synthetic with a total capacity of 4.3 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 16mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 30 Nm. The OEM oil filter is the Motorcraft FL-910S. Note: this vehicle has 16 active recalls — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
⚑ QUICK DIY TIPS FOR THE 2021 FORD BRONCO SPORT
Torque your drain plug to 30 Nm (22 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads. Using the OEM filter (Motorcraft FL-910S) is recommended for warranty compliance. Always use 0W-20 Full Synthetic as specified by Ford — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval. Viscosity 0W-20
Oil type Full Synthetic
Capacity (with filter) 4.3 qt
Capacity (w/o filter) 3.8 qt
OEM spec WSS-M2C962-A1
Filter Options
OEM oil filter for 2.7L EcoBoost
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Socket size 16 mm
Thread M14x1.5
Torque spec 30 Nm
Gasket Crush washer
C2 platform (1.5L EcoBoost I3 / 2.0L EcoBoost I4)
Type Mercon LV
Capacity 4 qt
Change interval 60,000 mi
DOT type DOT 3
Change interval 45,000 mi
Type Motorcraft Gold
Color Yellow
Capacity 7 qt
Change interval 120,000 mi
Differential Fluid (rear) Buy Type 75W-90 GL-5
Capacity 2 qt
Change interval 60,000 mi
Differential Fluid (rear) Buy Type 75W-90 GL-5
Capacity 2 qt
Change interval 60,000 mi
Spark Plugs
Type Iridium
Gap 0.052
Quantity 4
Change interval 100,000 mi
Tires
Size 245/60R18
Front pressure 33 PSI
Rear pressure 33 PSI
Brake Pads
Ford PU2Z-2V001-F OEM front
Buy Ford JX6Z-2001-J OEM front
Buy Ford PU2Z-2V200-H OEM rear
Buy Wiper Blades
Ford M1PZ-17528-E driver
Buy Ford M1PZ-17528-D passenger
Buy 5k mi 7.5k mi 10k mi 15k mi 20k mi 30k mi 50k mi 60k mi 90k mi 100k mi
≈ every 6 months
▸ Change Engine Oil & Filterspark plug
14mm thread, aluminum head
18 ft-lb · 24.4 Nm
26V340000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Bronco Sport and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles. The front lower control arm ball joints may have been incorrectly installed or incorrectly repaired at the vehicle assembly plant, allowing the control arm to disconnect from the front wheel knuckle.
21V011000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Edge, 2020 Lincoln Nautilus and Ford Escape and 2021 Lincoln Corsair and Ford Bronco Sport vehicles. An inadequate amount of lubricant in the rear drive unit may cause seizure of the rear drive axle.
21V074000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles. These vehicles may have been produced with incorrect front lower control arms.
Show all 16 recalls All categories POWER TRAIN EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL SUSPENSION ELECTRICAL SYSTEM VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC UNKNOWN OR OTHER ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PARKING BRAKE FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:WIRELESS CHARGER/CRADLE COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR STEERING:STEERING CONTROL MODULE SERVICE BRAKES FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) VISIBILITY STRUCTURE LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES EXTERIOR LIGHTING EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:TV/RADIO/SPEAKERS STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE STEERING EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL EQUIPMENT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE VISIBILITY/WIPER ENGINE LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE SEAT BELTS SEATS SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC:SOFTWARE/PROGRAMMING POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:DOGS/SYNCHROS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:MECHANICAL:LINKAGE AND CABLE EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS TIRES:SIDEWALL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL STRUCTURE:BODY FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING
TSB 26-2194 POWER TRAIN 2026-04-26
This bulletin supersedes 25-2627. Reason for update: To add a Step to reprogram the all-wheel drive (AWD) module for Bronco Sport vehicles. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit all of the following conditions: Shudder chatter condition, most noticeable at low speeds turning No relevant diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) present This may be due to internal rear drive unit (RDU) fluid contamination.
SSM 50982 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL 2022-08-01
Some 2018-2022 Ford/Lincoln vehicles equipped with a wireless charging pad may exhibit one of the following if the customer is using a Magsafe iPhone (iPhone 12 or 13): slow charging, inoperative, notification that the phone has been mispositioned on the charging pad and/or the phone charging icon in the center screen display is not showing. This may be due to a compatibility issue between the customer's phone and the wireless accessory charging module (WACM) that may make it difficult for Ford and Lincoln vehicles to wirelessly charge these specific phones. The phone can still be charged using the USB cable if the vehicle experiences the above symptoms. If the customer is using a Magsafe iPhone such as an iPhone 12 or 13, verify the wireless charging pad works with a Qi certified phone prior to any part replacements.
SSM 51011 POWER TRAIN 2022-08-10
Some 2018-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with the 8F35 transmission built on or before 16-Mar-2022 may exhibit transmission slip during acceleration from a stop when hot. This may be due damaged internal case half pump seals (7N265). To correct the condition, remove the transmission and replace the internal case half pump seals. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 307-01.
Show all 184 TSBs(+181) Private Party
$15,504–$17,136
Dealer Retail
$17,952–$20,400
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
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