1991 Ford Bronco: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 32 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is electrical system (34% of complaints).
Data updated weekly · latest recall May 2001
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“When driving at an undetermined speed consumer noticed that steering column smoked. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealership for inspection. *ak”Owner report · Steering · Apr 2004
“This is the third time I inhaled burnt wire and couldn't get it to stop, than lose light in the dark,and I did once have ford service to see to the problem and they only found battery clamp wasn't tight but no wieing burning, and I have discovery a two year later it losed the light and the plug of the light switch melted , after I repalce it, I still smell the burning wireing. I am getting nervous of if it does catch on fire after hearing of recalled .*ak”Owner report · Electrical System · Aug 2002
“When attempting to start vehicle by placing the key in vehicle ignition key will not fit in ignition, causing a no start situation. Please provide any further details.*ak”Owner report · Electrical System · Jan 2001
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“The firestone tires atx p235/75r15 were defective and the consumer had them replaced with michelin tires. The consumer is asking for reimbursment and the manufacturer has no interest in honoring his claim. *yh”Owner report · Tires · Sep 2000
“Fuel tank developed leaks between bottom of tank and skid pan. The design and placement of the skid pan contibuted to an accumulation of dirt and other debris that craeted an envioronment that hastened the formation of rust, which eventually led to the formation of holes in the tank. If not detected, leaking gasoline may have been exposed to hot exhaust system components, creating a risk of fire. *ak”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · May 2000
“Steel plate that holds the fuel tank, completely rusted away causing the fuel tank to fall off, the problem was reported to the dealership,. The fuel tank will be replaced at owners expense. *ak *jb”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Sep 1998
“While driving smoke came from under the dashboard and before driver could get out of vehicle, vehicle burst into flames. Vehicle has been totalled. *ak”Owner report · Electrical System · Aug 1997
“Wife driving, went to pass, throttle got stuck in open position, could not get gas pedal to back up, vehicle increased in speed, brakes failed to stop vehicle, finally turned off ignition, vehicle kept running for awhile, vehicle was hot. *ak”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Nov 1996
“While driving smoke was coming from under carraige of vehicle then the car caught on fire.the reason is still unknown. *ak”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Nov 1996
“Front seals on power train failed, causing fluid to spray onto engine, resulting in vehicle catching on fire. Please define in detail power train. *ak”Owner report · Power Train · Nov 1996
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 2 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 2 campaigns
THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: FORD IS REPLACING ALL FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT 15, 16, AND 17 INCH TIRES MOUNTED ON FORD TRUCKS AND SUVS. FORD REPORTS TREAD SEPARATION CAN OCCUR DUE TO A COMBINATION OF THE SENSITIVITY OF THE TIRE DESIGN TO STRESS, AGING, AND MANUFACTURING DIFFERENCES BETWEEN PLANTS. FORD IS REPLACING THESE TIRES TO PREVENT POSSIBLE PREMATURE TIRE FAILURE. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: THE VEHICLES LISTED BELOW MAY HAVE BEEN ORIGINALLY EQUIPPED WITH FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT TIRES OR MAY HAVE HAD WILDERNESS AT TIRES INSTALLED DURING THE FIRESTONE RECALL LAUNCHED IN AUGUST 2000. CERTAIN 1991 THROUGHT 2002 FORD EXPLORER CERTAIN 2001 THROUGHT 2002 EXPLORER SPORT, AND SPORT TRAC CERTAIN 1997 THROUGH 2002 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER CERTAIN 1991 THROUGH 2001 RANGER CERTAIN 1999 THROUGH 2001 EXPEDITION CERTAIN 1991 THROUGH 1994, AND 1997 MODEL YEAR F-SERIES CERTAIN 1991 THROUGH 1994 BRONCO NOTE: BOTH ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT AND REPLACEMENT TIRES ARE AFFECTED.
Remedy: THE REPLACEMENT/REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR THIS CAMPAIGN EXPIRED ON MARCH 31, 2002. HOWEVER, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT FORD AT 1-877-917-3673 OR GO ON-LINE TO WWW.FORD.COM FOR POSSIBLE ASSISTANCE.
THE IGNITION SWITCH COULD EXPERIENCE AN INTERNAL SHORT CIRCUIT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH.
Specifications
Factory options offered for the 1991 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.
How other years compare
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Is the 1991 Ford Bronco reliable?
NHTSA has 32 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 1991 Ford Bronco. The most complained-about area is electrical system (34% of complaints).
At what mileage do 1991 Ford Bronco problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 120,000 miles or less.
Does the 1991 Ford Bronco have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning tires:tread/belt. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.