MYRModel Year Report

1984 Ford Bronco II

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1984 Ford Bronco II
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:50:27.955Z

Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
13

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 1984

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1984: 13 complaints 1984 13 1985: 13 complaints 1986: 33 complaints 1986 1987: 36 complaints 1988: 45 complaints 1988 1989: 39 complaints 1990: 26 complaints 1990 1991: 0 complaints 1992: 1 complaint 1992 1993: 2 complaints 1994: 4 complaints 1994 1996: 1 complaint
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 13 complaints 1984 13 1985: 13 complaints 1985 1986: 33 complaints 1986 1987: 36 complaints 1987 1988: 45 complaints 1988 1989: 39 complaints 1989 1990: 26 complaints 1990 1991: 0 complaints 1991 1992: 1 complaint 1992 1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 4 complaints 1994 1996: 1 complaint 1996
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 13 complaints 1984 13 1985: 13 complaints 1985 1986: 33 complaints 1986 1987: 36 complaints 1987 1988: 45 complaints 1988 1989: 39 complaints 1989 1990: 26 complaints 1990 1991: 0 complaints 1991 1992: 1 complaint 1992 1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 4 complaints 1994 1996: 1 complaint 1996

1984: 13 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19821
19830
198413
198513
198633
198736
198845
198939
199026
19910
19921
19932
19944
19961

Known problem areas

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

6 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing switch and front underhood.

FIRE
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Vehicle was found moved and burning. After 2 incidents the same night of feeling earthquake like shaking in house!

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-08-21

Ignition switch; due to electrical short, the ignition switch caught fire while parked.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-03-19

Engine compartment fire, case #:PE87-020. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-23

Engine and engine cooling

3 of 13 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.

FIRE

Tires

1 of 13 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing temporary/emergency spare tire.

Suspension

1 of 13 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing front.

CRASHDEATH
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Vehicle loss control/rolledover resulting in fatality.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-06-01

Structure

1 of 13 total reports mentions: structure.

INJURY

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1983-12-22Seat belts83V134000 The bolts that attach the d-shaped ring for the shoulder belt are inadequately supported by the material in which they are mounted. The attachment does not comply with the requirements of federal…

    Remedy: Dealers will install new attaching hardware to improve the strength of the mounting.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1984-02-22Wheels84V023000 Components in the locking hubs were improperly heat-treated and may crack or fracture upon engagement of the front drive axles. The broken component on the left front wheel may become jammed against…

    Remedy: Cam assemblies in front wheel automatic locking hubs will be replaced.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. I
    1987-02-06Preliminary evaluationClosed 1987-05-26 Eng. And under dash fires
  4. I
    1988-08-11Defect petitionClosed 1989-02-08 Vehicle rollover
  5. I
    1989-02-09Engineering analysisClosed 1990-10-31 Rollover propensity
  6. I
    1997-12-03Defect petitionClosed 1999-05-05 Vehicle rollover
  7. R
    2007-10-15Fuel system, gasoline07E064000 Certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between August 2006 and July 2007 for use on the…

    Remedy: Federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2007. Owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1984 Ford Bronco II — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Tires: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 83V134000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 84V023000 · Wheels
  • Recall 07E064000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1984 Ford Bronco II reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1984 Ford Bronco II?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 46% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1984 Ford Bronco II have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.