1995 Ford Bronco
This year had 30% to 100% more 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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 2 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 4 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 20 |
| 1986 | 27 |
| 1987 | 34 |
| 1988 | 52 |
| 1989 | 84 |
| 1990 | 56 |
| 1991 | 32 |
| 1992 | 37 |
| 1993 | 40 |
| 1994 | 91 |
| 1995 | 94 |
| 1996 | 81 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 2 |
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2021 | 216 |
| 2022 | 344 |
| 2023 | 211 |
| 2024 | 69 |
| 2025 | 44 |
| 2026 | 3 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
14% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 13 distinct reports on file.
CRASH11% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 10 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
LETTER FROM CONGRESSMAN GRIFFITH ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT RE 1995 FORD BRONCO RECALL. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED ON JUNE 16, 2015, HIS VEHICLE EXPLODED AND CAUGHT ON FIRE IN HIS DRIVEWAY. THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED ABOUT A RECALL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150909
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 1995 FORD BRONCO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN IT ENGULFED INTO FLAME AND BURNED DOWN HIS HOME. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLETELY DESTROYED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120410
COMPONENT- CRUISE CONTROL CUTOUT SWITCH RECALL# 05S28. PERFORMED REPAIRED ON 6 JUNE 2006.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230208
9% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 8 distinct reports on file.
DEATHShow complaint excerpts
WARPED FRONT BRAKE ROTORS, CAUSING VEHICLE TO SHIMMY.
NHTSA ODI report, 19950921
7% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 7 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 6 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
DT: LAST WEEK FORD BRONCO CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS IDLING IN FRONT OF THE CONSUMER'S HOUSE FOR JUST A FEW MINUTES. THE CONSUMER WAS IN THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DRIVEN FOR ABOUT A DAY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20050819
DT: THE CONSUMER STATES THAT T 1995 FORD BRONCO CAUGHT ON FIRE AND BURNT ON JULY 14, 2005. THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN DRIVEN TO WORK. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND TURNED OFF. THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN PARKED FOR ABOUT ONE HOUR AND A HALF.
NHTSA ODI report, 20050715
SAFETY TIMELINE
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.
Remedy: BY LETTER DATED SEPTEMBER 12, 2005, OWNERS WERE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN THEIR VEHICLES TO THEIR DEALERS TO HAVE THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH DISCONNECTED. OWNERS WHO HAVE HAD THEIR SPEED CONTRO
Campaign 05V388000 — check if this car was fixed
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
1995 Ford Bronco — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 05V388000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E026000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1995 Ford Bronco reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Ford Bronco is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Ford Bronco?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 14% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Ford Bronco have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.