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1986 Ford Bronco II Eddie Bauer (4WD)

The 1986 Ford Bronco II Eddie Bauer (4WD) is a 140-hp 2.9-liter V6 with a 5-speed manual and four-wheel drive. It starts at $14,296 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.

It makes 140 horsepower at 4,600 rpm and 170 lb-ft of torque at 2600 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 20 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).

The Bronco II measures 158.0 inches long on a 94.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,219 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$14,296 ($42,392 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.9L (177 cid) Cologne V6
Displacement2.9 L
Horsepower140 hp @ 4,600 rpm
Torque170 lb-ft @ 2600 rpm
ValvetrainOHV, 2 valves/cylinder
Injection TypeFuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive Type4WD (part-time)
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City16 MPG
Highway20 MPG
Combined18 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15"
Wheels Rear15"
Dimensions & Weight
Length158 in
Width68 in
Height68 in
Wheelbase94 in
Curb Weight3,219 lbs
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1986 Ford BRONCO II. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Sep 2, 1988 · SEATS

WIRING FOR THE POWER LUMBAR SEAT SYSTEM WAS ROUTED DIRECTLY BENEATH THE SEAT CUSHION SPRINGS AND MAY BE ABRADED BY THE SPRINGS.

Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN A SHORT CIRCUIT WHICH MAY CREATESUFFICIENT HEAT TO START A FIRE IN THE SEAT CUSHION PAD AND/OR TRIM COVER.

Remedy: INSTALL A FUSE WITHIN THE POWER LUMBAR ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT.

NHTSA campaign 88V145000

Sep 4, 1987 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

SPRING LOCK FUEL LINE COUPLING MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ENGAGED.

Consequence: COUPLING COULD DISENGAGE DUE TO FUEL PRESSURE,VIBRATION, AND ENGINE MOVEMENTS; THIS WOULD CAUSE LOSS OF FUEL WHICH, INPRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, CREATES A FIRE RISK.

Remedy: INSTALL RETAINER CLIPS OVER THE COUPLINGS TO PREVENT COUPLING SEPARATION AND FUEL LEAKAGE.

NHTSA campaign 87V139000

Oct 18, 1985 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

NYLON FUEL LINES ON THE FUEL RETURN SIDE OF THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR ASSEMBLY MAY CRACK. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: FUEL LINE COULD LEAK AND, IF AN IGNITION SOURCE IS PRESENT, CREATE THE POTENTIAL FOR A FIRE.

Remedy: REPLACE NYLON FUEL HOSES WITH RUBBER HOSES.

NHTSA campaign 85V130000

Sep 24, 1985 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

THE ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROL WIRING HARNESS INSULATION MAY BE DAMAGED DUE TO COPPER SPIKES PRODUCED DURING THE WELDING OF ITS WIRES. THIS CREATES A POTENTIAL FOR A SHORT CIRCUIT BETWEEN THE WIRES WHICH ENERGIZE THE FUEL PUMP, CAUSING SOME FUEL INJECTORS TO OPEN, DISCHARGING FUEL INTO THE ENGINE. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: FUEL DISCHARGED INTO THE ENGINE WOULD EVENTUALLY LEAK THROUGH THE EXHAUST SYSTEM TO THE GROUND. THIS COULD RESULT IN A FIRE IF A SOURCE OF IGNITION IS PRESENT.

Remedy: REPAIR WIRING HARNESS, CHECK ENGINE AND CATALYST FOR DAMAGE.

NHTSA campaign 85V116000

33 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1986 Ford BRONCO II

Owner Complaints

33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1986 Ford BRONCO II (4 mention a crash, 16 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System8
Engine And Engine Cooling8
Seat Belts7
Vehicle Speed Control3
Fuel System2
Gasoline2
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jul 7, 2019 · Electrical System
“TFI”
Jul 23, 2012 · Tires Crash 1 injury
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1986 FORD BRONCO II EQUIPPED WITH TERRA TRACK HERCULES TOURING TIRES, SIZE: P235 75/R15 MS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 60 MPH THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SHAKE AND THE…”
Apr 26, 2005 · Electrical System Fire
“WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. OWNER LATER CALLED A TOW TRUCK AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC SHOP. *AK”
Feb 12, 2003 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“THERE IS A PART ON THE VEHICLE, THE COOLANT TEMP GAUGE, THAT I HAVE ALREADY REPLACED TWICE AND WILL NEED TO REPLACE A THIRD TIME. IT IS COSTLY AND SEEMS TO ME TO BE RIDICULOUS THAT IHAVE HAD TO…”
Oct 15, 2001 · Seats 1 injury
“CONSUMER STATES THAT THE PASSENGER SEAT BROKE, PASSENGER ENDED UP IN THE BACK SEAT, INCIDENT CAUSED PERMANENT INJURIES, CONSUMER REQUESTING RECALL INFORMATION. *TT”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1986 FORD BRONCO II. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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