MYRModel Year Report

1989 Ford Bronco II

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1989 Ford Bronco II
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:52:26.778Z

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
39
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1989

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

23% 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 1989: 39 complaints 1989 39 1990: 26 complaints 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 1989: 39 complaints 1989 39 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 1989: 39 complaints 1989 39 1990: 26 complaints 1990 1991: 0 complaints 1991 1992: 1 complaint 1992 1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 4 complaints 1994 1996: 1 complaint 1996

1989: 39 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

23% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing wiring and switch.

FIRE
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1989 Ford Bronco II, spontaneously caught fire in our garage 8/23/02. I was the original owner of the vehicle which was purchased from a dealer in taylor Texas, VIN # [xxx].

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-09-12

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

Fuel system, gasoline

18% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing tank assembly and fuel pump.

FIREINJURY
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Fuel pump failed, causing vehicle fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-07-06

Engine and engine cooling

18% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

The car caught on fire while being driven. The fire started in the engine compartment. Please describe.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-04-19

Visibility

15% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing exterior and defroster/defogger/hvac system.

Tires

10% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing tread/belt.

INJURYDEATH

Safety timeline

1 recall · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1989-02-09Engineering analysisClosed 1990-10-31 Rollover propensity
  2. R
    1989-07-24Suspension89V109000 Front wheel bearing adjusting nut retaining keys may be missing from front axle assemblies, allowing the nut to loosen.

    Remedy: Install retaining keys in front wheel hub assemblies where missing.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  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

1989 Ford Bronco II — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 7 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 89V109000 · Suspension
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 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 1989 Ford Bronco II?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1989 Ford Bronco II have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.