1986 Ford Bronco II Eddie Bauer (4WD)
All photo credits
- Photo: Ford Bronco II in Germany by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Stock 86 bronco by Fxnick, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: '89-'90 Ford Bronco II by Bull-Doser, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Ford Bronco II by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
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 Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $14,296 ($42,392 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.9L (177 cid) Cologne V6 |
| Displacement | 2.9 L |
| Horsepower | 140 hp @ 4,600 rpm |
| Torque | 170 lb-ft @ 2600 rpm |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 2 valves/cylinder |
| Injection Type | Fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | 4WD (part-time) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 20 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15" |
| Wheels Rear | 15" |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 158 in |
| Width | 68 in |
| Height | 68 in |
| Wheelbase | 94 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,219 lbs |
Similar cars
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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
| Electrical System | 8 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 |
| Fuel System | 2 |
| Gasoline | 2 |
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.