MYRModel Year Report

1988 Ford Bronco II

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1988 Ford Bronco II
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:41:14.085Z

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
45
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

33% of complaints

Complaints per year

1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1984: 13 complaints 1984 1985: 13 complaints 1986: 33 complaints 1986 1987: 36 complaints 1988: 45 complaints 1988 45 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 1985: 13 complaints 1985 1986: 33 complaints 1986 1987: 36 complaints 1987 1988: 45 complaints 1988 45 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 1985: 13 complaints 1985 1986: 33 complaints 1986 1987: 36 complaints 1987 1988: 45 complaints 1988 45 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

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

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

Electrical system

33% · 15 reports

Most commonly citing front underhood and ignition.

CRASHFIRE

Fuel system, gasoline

16% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing fuel pump and tank assembly.

FIRE
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Vehicle caught fire after stalling due to possible leak in fuel lines.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-15

Upon starting engine stalled out, then made second attempt to start, suddenly vehicle caught fire in engine compartment, due to fuel coupler malfunction.…

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-01-25

Engine and engine cooling

13% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

FIRE

Structure

13% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing hinge and attachments and body.

CRASHINJURY
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88 Ford Bronco II roll over

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-03-09

These Bronco II's are something else. I just purchased mine. There are minor cracks in the floor in the rear of vehicle, the power steering pressure hose busted and brakes are incredibly hard to use to stop the SUV.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-08-28

Power train

11% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and driveshaft.

CRASHINJURY
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Axle broke, causing loss of control/accident/rollover/injuries.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-15

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1989-02-09Engineering analysisClosed 1990-10-31 Rollover propensity
  2. I
    1990-08-31Engineering analysisClosed 1991-12-31 Throttle sticking
  3. I
    1992-03-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 1992-08-31 Whl separation/torque loss
  4. I
    1997-12-03Defect petitionClosed 1999-05-05 Vehicle rollover

Buy-smart checklist

1988 Ford Bronco II — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 15 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 6 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, accounting for 33% 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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.