1986 Ford Bronco vs 1988 Ford Bronco
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1986 Ford Bronco | 1988 Ford Bronco |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 27 | 52 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 18 | 21 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 21 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 11–17 | 11–15 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Bronco | Ford Bronco |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 13 | 19 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 12 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 5 |
| Tires | 3 | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 2 |
| Structure | 2 | 3 |
| Steering | 1 | 2 |
1986 Ford Bronco
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.