MYRModel Year Report

1988 Ford Bronco II

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1988 Ford Bronco II
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:51:56.272Z

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, 1988 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
1988: 45 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
19821
19830
198413
198513
198633
198736
198845
198939
199026
19910
19921
19932
19944
19961

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 9%

9% of complaints: electrical system — 4 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 9%

9% of complaints: electrical system — 4 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 7%

7% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 3 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 7%

7% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 3 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 7%

7% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 3 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

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

1988 Ford Bronco II — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1988 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 1988 Ford Bronco II?

The most-reported component is electrical system:wiring:front underhood, accounting for 9% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1988 Ford Bronco II have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.