Ford Bronco II Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

Q: How many recalls does the Ford Bronco II have?

The Ford Bronco II has 6 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA, spanning model years 1987 through 1990. Individual vehicles may be subject to fewer recalls depending on their specific model year and production date.

Q: Is my Bronco II under recall?

Whether your specific Bronco II is subject to a recall depends on your vehicle's exact VIN, not just the model year. A recall may apply to a specific production date range or certain build configurations. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov/recalls to see which, if any, open recalls apply to your exact vehicle.

Q: What is the most recalled Bronco II year?

Based on NHTSA recall data, the 1987 Ford Bronco II has the most recall campaigns associated with it, with 3 campaigns. However, this reflects recall campaigns for that model year — not necessarily the number of defects in vehicles built that year.

6 recall campaigns on record across 3 model years of the Ford Bronco II. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

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Recall Campaigns

151

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

3 affected model years15 crash-involved complaintsMost recalled year: 1987

Affected Model Years

19902R · 25C 19891R · 24C 19873R · 16C

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Suspension/Wheels2 campaigns (33%)

Other1 campaign (17%)

Brakes1 campaign (17%)

Transmission1 campaign (17%)

Engine1 campaign (17%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — Ford Bronco II

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Based on 151 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years. 3 deaths and 24 injuries reported.

All Ford Bronco II Recall Campaigns

#87V0700001987 Ford Bronco IIOther

Issued: Invalid Date

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

STICKERS CONCERNING HANDLING AND MANEUVERABILITY WHICH ARE AFFIXED TO DRIVERS SUN VISOR SLEEVES DO NOT MEET CRITERIA FOR PERMANENT ADHESION.

Risk: VEHICLES DO NOT MEET FORMATS SPECIFIED BY PARTS 573 AND579 OF 49CFR.

Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE MAILED NEW SUN VISOR SLEEVES WITH ALL APPLICABLE DECAL INFORMATION PERMANENTLY AFFIXED.

#87V0390001987 Ford Bronco IISuspension/Wheels

Issued: Invalid Date

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

ALUMINUM WHEELS MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED WITH IMPROPER LUG NUTS.

Risk: WHEEL COULD BECOME LOOSE OR EVEN SEPARATE FROM THE HUBAND AXLE ASSEMBLY WHILE THE VEHICE IS IN MOTION.

Remedy: CHANGE TAPERED STYLE LUG NUTS TO SHORT SHANK STYLE LUG NUTS.

#98E0100001990 Ford Bronco IIBrakes

Issued: Aug 4, 1998

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:ROTOR

EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: AFTERMARKET BRAKE ROTORS FOR USE ON CERTAIN FORD AND MAZDA TRUCKS. CRACKED CASTINGS CAUSED CRACKS TO APPEAR ON THE OUTER DIAMETER OF THE ROTOR HAT OR AROUND THE STUD HOLE.

Risk: LOSS OF BRAKING CAN RESULT.

Remedy: AIMCO WILL REIMBURSE CONSUMERS/INSTALLERS FOR THE COST OF REPLACEMENT ROTORS AND INSTALLATION. CONSUMERS ARE REQUESTED TO RETURN TO THE LOCATION WHERE THE ROTORS WERE ORIGINALLY PURCHASED/INSTALLED F…

#91V1890001990 Ford Bronco IITransmission

Issued: Apr 11, 1991

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

WHEN THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER IS PLACED IN THE PARK POSITION, THE PARK PAWL DOES NOT ALWAYS ABUT OR ENGAGE THE PARK GEAR.

Risk: DRIVER MAY BELIEVE THE VEHICLE IS SAFELY ENGAGED IN PARKWHEN THE GEAR IS NOT TRULY ENGAGED. THIS CAN LEAD TO THE VEHICLE JUMPING OUT OFGEAR UNINTENTIONALLY, VEHICLE ROLLAWAY WHEN PARKED ON A SLOPED SU…

Remedy: REPAIR THE TRANSMISSION WITH A NEW PARK PAWL.

#89V1090001989 Ford Bronco IISuspension/Wheels

Issued: May 7, 1989

SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING

FRONT WHEEL BEARING ADJUSTING NUT RETAINING KEYS MAY BE MISSING FROM FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLIES, ALLOWING THE NUT TO LOOSEN.

Risk: THIS COULD RESULT IN DETACHMENT OF THE WHEEL AND HUBASSEMBLY FROM THE AXLE, LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, AND AN ACCIDENT.

Remedy: INSTALL RETAINING KEYS IN FRONT WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLIES WHERE MISSING.

#87V1390001987 Ford Bronco IIEngine

Issued: Apr 9, 1987

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

SPRING LOCK FUEL LINE COUPLING MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ENGAGED.

Risk: COUPLING COULD DISENGAGE DUE TO FUEL PRESSURE,VIBRATION, AND ENGINE MOVEMENTS; THIS WOULD CAUSE LOSS OF FUEL WHICH, INPRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, CREATES A FIRE RISK.

Remedy: INSTALL RETAINER CLIPS OVER THE COUPLINGS TO PREVENT COUPLING SEPARATION AND FUEL LEAKAGE.

Recalls by Component

1Engine Recalls

#87V139000MY 1987

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

SPRING LOCK FUEL LINE COUPLING MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ENGAGED.

1Brakes Recalls

#98E010000MY 1990

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:ROTOR

EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: AFTERMARKET BRAKE ROTORS FOR USE ON CERTAIN FORD AND MAZDA TRUCKS. CRACKED CASTINGS CAUSED CRACKS TO APPEAR ON THE OUTER DIAMETER OF THE ROTOR HAT OR AROUN…

Ford Bronco II Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Ford Bronco II have?

The Ford Bronco II has 6 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 1987 through 1990.

Is my Bronco II under recall?

Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.

What is the most recalled Bronco II year?

Based on NHTSA data, the 1987 Ford Bronco II has the highest recall campaign count (3 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.

Does a Bronco II recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?

Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Who pays for recall repairs on a Bronco II?

The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

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Model-level recall data tells you what campaigns exist. A VIN-specific check tells you exactly which ones apply to your vehicle — based on production date, serial number, and configuration.

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