1987 Ford Bronco II vs 1987 Jeep Cherokee
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1987 Ford Bronco II | 1987 Jeep Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 36 | 57 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 18 | 4 |
| Investigations | 6 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 13 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–19 | 16–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Bronco II | Jeep Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 19 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 8 | 4 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 4 |
| Power Train | 4 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 5 |
| Steering | 0 | 7 |
1987 Ford Bronco II
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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.