1987 Ford Bronco II
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.
- Complaints
- 36
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 6
- Top problem
- Fuel system, gasoline
Campaigns on file for 1987
Opened by NHTSA
25% of complaints
Complaints per year
1987: 36 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 13 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 33 |
| 1987 | 36 |
| 1988 | 45 |
| 1989 | 39 |
| 1990 | 26 |
| 1991 | 0 |
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1993 | 2 |
| 1994 | 4 |
| 1996 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Fuel system, gasoline
25% · 9 reportsMost commonly citing fuel injection system and hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.
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Fire originated underneath the vehicle. It has not been determined the actual cause. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-27
Electrical system
22% · 8 reportsMost commonly citing front underhood and wiring.
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Bronco was driven about 1/4 mile form home and the motor died, and the entire vehicle busted into flames.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-06
Also filed under Engine and engine cooling
Vehicle speed control
17% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing accelerator pedal.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-08-27
Seat belts
17% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing buckle assembly and retractor.
Power train
11% · 4 reportsMost commonly citing automatic transmission and floor shift assembly.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 6 investigations · oldest first
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1987-03-16Wheels87V039000 Aluminum wheels may have been installed with improper lug nuts.
Remedy: Change tapered style lug nuts to short shank style lug nuts.
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1987-05-28Equipment87V070000 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.
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1987-10-12Fuel system, gasoline87V139000 Spring lock fuel line coupling may not be properly engaged.
Remedy: Install retainer clips over the couplings to prevent coupling separation and fuel leakage.
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1987-11-18Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-05-11 Lumbar swtch hrness fires
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1988-05-11Engineering analysisClosed 1989-01-23 Under seat fires
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1989-02-09Engineering analysisClosed 1990-10-31 Rollover propensity
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1990-08-31Engineering analysisClosed 1991-12-31 Throttle sticking
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1992-03-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 1992-08-31 Whl separation/torque loss
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1997-12-03Defect petitionClosed 1999-05-05 Vehicle rollover
Buy-smart checklist
1987 Ford Bronco II — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel system, gasoline: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 6 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 87V039000 · Wheels
- Recall 87V070000 · Equipment
- Recall 87V139000 · Fuel system, gasoline
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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.