MYRModel Year Report

1992 Ford Bronco

▲ Better than typical
1992 Ford Bronco
RENDERED 2026-09-17T01:53:45.616Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford Bronco Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1992 highlighted. 1981: 2 complaints 1981 1982: 1 complaints 1983: 4 complaints 1984: 10 complaints 1985: 20 complaints 1985 1986: 27 complaints 1987: 34 complaints 1988: 53 complaints 1989: 85 complaints 1989 1990: 57 complaints 1991: 33 complaints 1992: 39 complaints 1992 1993: 41 complaints 1993 1994: 94 complaints 1995: 94 complaints 1996: 81 complaints 1997: 1 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1999: 2 complaints 2021: 224 complaints 2022: 374 complaints 2022 2023: 221 complaints 2024: 74 complaints 2025: 50 complaints 2026: 6 complaints 2026
1992: 39 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19812
19821
19834
198410
198520
198627
198734
198853
198985
199057
199133
199239
199341
199494
199594
199681
19971
19982
19992
2021224
2022374
2023221
202474
202550
20266

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

STRUCTURE 21%

21% of complaints: structure — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing door and tailgate.

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TAILGATE RUSTS EXCESSIVELY, AND IT IS THE ONLY PART OF THE CAR TO DO SO.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030130

SERVICE BRAKES 21%

21% of complaints: service brakes — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 13%

13% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tank assembly.

PARKING BRAKE 13%

13% of complaints: parking brake — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing conventional and linkage and cable.

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THE PARKING BRAKE DID NOT HOLD THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER LOOKED ON NHTSA SITE AND DISCOVERED A RECALL (94V-169001) FOR THE SAME PROBLEM. THE CONSUMER CONTACTED A LOCAL DEALER WHO INDICATED THE CONSUMERS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED DUE TO VIN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030327

CONSUMER IS HAVING THE SAME DEFECT WITH THERE VEHICLE'S EMERGENCY PARKING BRAKES, AS STATED IN RECALL NUMBER 94 V 169 000 BUT THERE VIN NUMBER IS NOT INCLUDED. PH

NHTSA ODI report, 20030206

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 13%

13% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing wiring and front underhood.

FIRE
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VEHICLE EXPERIENCED AN ELECTRICAL FIRE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19971210

WHILE PARKED THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE UNDER THE HOOD. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19970320

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19920210 — structure

WATER CAN ENTER THE DOOR LATCH RELEASE CABLE. IF THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN BELOW FREEZING TEMPERATURES, THE WATER IN THE DOOR LATCH RELEASE CABLE CAN FREEZE AND CAUSE THE LATCH MECHANISM TO MALFUNCTI

Remedy: REVISED DOOR RELEASE CABLES AND WATER SHIELDS WILL BE INSTALLED.

Campaign 92V006000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19920909 — PE (closed 19930107)

FUEL EXPULSION

I 19930107 — EA (closed 19930820)

FUEL EXPULSION

I 19930302 — PE (closed 19930730)

IDLE AIR SPD CTRL VLV MALF

I 19930728 — EA (closed 19940923)

PARKING BRAKE FAILURE

I 19930730 — EA (closed 19940831)

IDLE AIR SPD CTRL VLV MALF

R 19941216 — parking brake

THE PARKING BRAKE CONTROL SELF-ADJUST PAWL DOES NOT LINE UP PROPERLY WITH THE SELF-ADJUST RACHET CAUSING THE PAWL TO SLIP OVER ONE OR MORE TEETH IN THE RACHET.

Remedy: A WEDGE WILL BE INSTALLED WHICH WILL SERVE TO LOCK THE PARKING BRAKE SELF-ADJUST MECHANISM PAWL INTO ENGAGEMENT WITH THE RACHET. ALSO, OWNERS WILL BE ADVISED TO RELEASE AND REAPPLY THE PARKING BRAKE W

Campaign 94V169001 — check if this car was fixed

I 19981110 — RQ (closed 20000523)

PARKING BRAKE

R 20010604 — tires

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 WILDERN

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.

Campaign 01X001000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20060403 — exterior lighting

CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER S

Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

Campaign 06E026000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1992 Ford Bronco — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 92V006000 (structure) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 94V169001 (parking brake) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 01X001000 (tires) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E026000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1991 ▲ 1987 ▲ 1993

WORST YEARS

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FAQ

Is the 1992 Ford Bronco reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1992 Ford Bronco is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 1992 Ford Bronco?

The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1992 Ford Bronco have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.