1989 Ford Bronco vs 1989 Jeep Wrangler
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 | 1989 Ford Bronco | 1989 Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 84 | 62 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 31 | 12 |
| Investigations | 2 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 18 | 13 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 11–15 | 14–17 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Bronco | Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 28 | 7 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 8 | 19 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 10 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 10 | 3 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Power Train | 3 | 7 |
| Parking Brake | 0 | 9 |
| Structure | 7 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 9 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 9 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
1989 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.