1991 Ford Bronco
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
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
- 33
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 6
- Top problem
- Electrical system
Campaigns on file for 1991
Opened by NHTSA
33% of complaints
Complaints per year
1991: 33 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 2 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 4 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 20 |
| 1986 | 27 |
| 1987 | 34 |
| 1988 | 53 |
| 1989 | 85 |
| 1990 | 57 |
| 1991 | 33 |
| 1992 | 39 |
| 1993 | 41 |
| 1994 | 94 |
| 1995 | 94 |
| 1996 | 81 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 2 |
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2021 | 228 |
| 2022 | 385 |
| 2023 | 229 |
| 2024 | 82 |
| 2025 | 54 |
| 2026 | 10 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Electrical system
33% · 11 reportsMost commonly citing interior/under dash and switch.
Show complaint excerpts
This is the third time I inhaled burnt wire and couldn't get it to stop, than lose light in the dark,and I did once have Ford service to see to the problem and they only found battery clamp wasn't tight but no wieing burning, and I have discovery a...
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-10
While driving, smeel of plastic burning, under the dash compartment electrical short vehicle burned, will provide more information. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-08-22
Notice smoke coming from steering wheel and dash board area, possible electrical fire. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-09
Fuel system, gasoline
12% · 4 reportsMost commonly citing tank assembly and mounting.
Vehicle speed control
12% · 4 reportsMost commonly citing linkages and accelerator pedal.
Seats
9% · 3 reportsMost commonly citing recliner.
Steering
9% · 3 reportsMost commonly citing rack and pinion and column.
Show complaint excerpts
Veered to the right turned wheel to the left and steering locked up. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-03
Steering box thrust bearing failed, causing accident.
NHTSA ODI report, 1994-06-28
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 6 investigations · oldest first
To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →
-
I
1992-04-17Preliminary evaluationClosed 1992-08-27 Fnt reclning seat bck fail
-
I
1992-08-27Engineering analysisClosed 1993-10-29 Front seat back failure
-
I
1992-09-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 1993-01-07 Fuel expulsion
-
I
1993-01-07Engineering analysisClosed 1993-08-20 Fuel expulsion
-
I
1993-03-02Preliminary evaluationClosed 1993-07-30 Idle air spd ctrl vlv malf
-
I
1993-07-30Engineering analysisClosed 1994-08-31 Idle air spd ctrl vlv malf
-
R
1996-06-07Electrical system96V071000 The ignition switch could experience an internal short circuit.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the ignition switch.
-
R
2001-06-04Tires01X001000 This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Equipment description: Ford is replacing all firestone…
Remedy: The replacement/reimbursement program for this campaign expired on March 31, 2002. However, customers can contact Ford at 1-877-917-3673 or go on-line to www.Ford.com for possible assistance.
Buy-smart checklist
1991 Ford Bronco — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 96V071000 · Electrical system
- Recall 01X001000 · Tires
Other years of this model
See all years ranked →FAQ
- Is the 1991 Ford Bronco reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1991 Ford Bronco is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 1991 Ford Bronco?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1991 Ford Bronco have?
- 2 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.