MYRModel Year Report

1987 Ford Bronco II

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1987 Ford Bronco II
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:53:42.097Z

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, 1987 highlighted. 1982: 1 complaints 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1984: 13 complaints 1984 1985: 13 complaints 1986: 33 complaints 1986 1987: 36 complaints 1987 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
1987: 36 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.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 25%

25% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing fuel injection system and hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

FIRE INJURY
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FIRE ORIGINATED UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. IT HAS NOT BEEN DETERMINED THE ACTUAL CAUSE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950627

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 22%

22% of complaints: electrical system — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front underhood and wiring.

FIRE
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BRONCO WAS DRIVEN ABOUT 1/4 MILE FORM HOME AND THE MOTOR DIED, AND THE ENTIRE VEHICLE BUSTED INTO FLAMES.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20020906

Also filed under ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 17%

17% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

CRASH INJURY DEATH
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VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD WHILE IN PARK WHEN FIRST STARTING OUT, NARROWLY MISSING A PERSON, AND HITTING A BRICK WALL. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20020827

SEAT BELTS 17%

17% of complaints: seat belts — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing buckle assembly and retractor.

CRASH INJURY
POWER TRAIN 11%

11% of complaints: power train — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and floor shift assembly.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19870316 — wheels

ALUMINUM WHEELS MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED WITH IMPROPER LUG NUTS.

Remedy: CHANGE TAPERED STYLE LUG NUTS TO SHORT SHANK STYLE LUG NUTS.

Campaign 87V039000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19870528 — equipment

STICKERS CONCERNING HANDLING AND MANEUVERABILITY WHICH ARE AFFIXED TO DRIVERS SUN VISOR SLEEVES DO NOT MEET CRITERIA FOR PERMANENT ADHESION.

Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE MAILED NEW SUN VISOR SLEEVES WITH ALL APPLICABLE DECAL INFORMATION PERMANENTLY AFFIXED.

Campaign 87V070000 — check if this car was fixed

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

I 19890209 — EA (closed 19901031)

ROLLOVER PROPENSITY

I 19900831 — EA (closed 19911231)

THROTTLE STICKING

I 19920316 — PE (closed 19920831)

WHL SEPARATION/TORQUE LOSS

I 19971203 — DP (closed 19990505)

VEHICLE ROLLOVER

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1987 Ford Bronco II — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 87V039000 (wheels) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 87V070000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 87V139000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1987 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 1987 Ford Bronco II?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1987 Ford Bronco II have?

3 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.