MYRModel Year Report

1986 Ford Bronco II

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1986 Ford Bronco II
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:53:30.704Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford Bronco II Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1986 highlighted. 1982: 1 complaints 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1984: 13 complaints 1984 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 complaints 1992 1993: 2 complaints 1994: 4 complaints 1994 1996: 1 complaints 1996
1986: 33 complaints
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YearComplaints
19821
19830
198413
198513
198633
198736
198845
198939
199026
19910
19921
19932
19944
19961

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 24%

24% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gasoline and emission control.

FIRE
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ENGINE FIRE. *SKD

NHTSA ODI report, 19950504

THERE IS A PART ON THE VEHICLE, THE COOLANT TEMP GAUGE, THAT I HAVE ALREADY REPLACED TWICE AND WILL NEED TO REPLACE A THIRD TIME.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030212

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 24%

24% of complaints: electrical system — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front underhood and switch.

FIRE
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WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. OWNER LATER CALLED A TOW TRUCK AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC SHOP. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20050426

TFI

NHTSA ODI report, 20190707

SEAT BELTS 21%

21% of complaints: seat belts — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing buckle assembly and retractor.

CRASH INJURY
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 9%

9% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 3 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

CRASH INJURY
TIRES 6%

6% of complaints: tires — 2 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing temporary/emergency spare tire.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1986 FORD BRONCO II EQUIPPED WITH TERRA TRACK HERCULES TOURING TIRES, SIZE: P235 75/R15 MS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120723

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19860121 — DP (closed 19860331)

INCORRECT TIRES

I 19870206 — PE (closed 19870526)

ENG. AND UNDER DASH FIRES

I 19870507 — EA (closed 19870924)

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES

R 19871012 — fuel system, gasoline

SPRING LOCK FUEL LINE COUPLING MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ENGAGED.

Remedy: INSTALL RETAINER CLIPS OVER THE COUPLINGS TO PREVENT COUPLING SEPARATION AND FUEL LEAKAGE.

Campaign 87V139000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19871118 — PE (closed 19880511)

LUMBAR SWTCH HRNESS FIRES

I 19880511 — EA (closed 19890123)

UNDER SEAT FIRES

R 19881013 — seats

WIRING FOR THE POWER LUMBAR SEAT SYSTEM WAS ROUTED DIRECTLY BENEATH THE SEAT CUSHION SPRINGS AND MAY BE ABRADED BY THE SPRINGS.

Remedy: INSTALL A FUSE WITHIN THE POWER LUMBAR ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT.

Campaign 88V145000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19890209 — EA (closed 19901031)

ROLLOVER PROPENSITY

I 19900831 — EA (closed 19911231)

THROTTLE STICKING

I 19900912 — PE (closed 19901227)

FUEL TANK CORROSION

I 19920316 — PE (closed 19920831)

WHL SEPARATION/TORQUE LOSS

I 19971203 — DP (closed 19990505)

VEHICLE ROLLOVER

R Date not on file — fuel system, gasoline

NYLON FUEL LINES ON THE FUEL RETURN SIDE OF THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR ASSEMBLY MAY CRACK.

Remedy: REPLACE NYLON FUEL HOSES WITH RUBBER HOSES.

Campaign 85V130000 — check if this car was fixed

R Date not on file — electrical system

THE ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROL WIRING HARNESS INSULATION MAY BE DAMAGED DUE TO COPPER SPIKES PRODUCED DURING THE WELDING OF ITS WIRES.

Remedy: REPAIR WIRING HARNESS, CHECK ENGINE AND CATALYST FOR DAMAGE.

Campaign 85V116000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1986 Ford Bronco II — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 85V130000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 85V116000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 87V139000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 88V145000 (seats) has been completed.
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FAQ

Is the 1986 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 1986 Ford Bronco II?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1986 Ford Bronco II have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.