Ford Bronco II 2WD

19861990 · 12 configurations

Lowest
17
Average
18
Best
22

The Ford Bronco II 2WD has been tested by the EPA across 12 different configurations spanning model years 1986 through 1990. Over this period, the Bronco II 2WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 17 MPG to 22 MPG, with an overall average of 18 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

1990
18
1989
18
1988
19
1987
19
1986
22

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Bronco II 2WD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Ford Bronco II 2WD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Ford Ford Bronco (thru 1977)/Bronco II/Explorer/Explorer Sport (Explorer for 1990-2018 only. For model years 2019 on, see 12-425.) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
84
Total Deaths
66

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
42.9%
Fire Occurrence
4.8%
Speeding Involved
14.3%
DUI Involved
21.4%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

83%
Front
8%
Side
8%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2021
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2020
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2019
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2018
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2017
Fatal Crashes24
Fatalities
20
Deaths/Crash
0.83
2016
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2015
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2014
Fatal Crashes14
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.86

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

1990
2
1989
2
1988
1
1987
2
1986
4
Critical
Moderate
Advisory