1987 Ford Bronco II XLT (RWD)
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- 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 1987 Ford Bronco II XLT (RWD) is a 140-hp 2.9-liter V6 with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $13,342 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.
It makes 140 horsepower at 4,600 rpm and 170 lb-ft of torque at 2600 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).
The Bronco II measures 158.0 inches long on a 94.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,043 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $13,342 ($38,170 *) |
| 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 | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 19 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 | 3,043 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1987 Ford Bronco II XLT (RWD) with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1987 Ford BRONCO II. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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
May 18, 1987 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
STICKERS CONCERNING HANDLING AND MANEUVERABILITY WHICH ARE AFFIXED TO DRIVERS SUN VISOR SLEEVES DO NOT MEET CRITERIA FOR PERMANENT ADHESION.
Consequence: VEHICLES DO NOT MEET FORMATS SPECIFIED BY PARTS 573 AND579 OF 49CFR.
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE MAILED NEW SUN VISOR SLEEVES WITH ALL APPLICABLE DECAL INFORMATION PERMANENTLY AFFIXED.
NHTSA campaign 87V070000
Mar 23, 1987 · WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
ALUMINUM WHEELS MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED WITH IMPROPER LUG NUTS.
Consequence: WHEEL COULD BECOME LOOSE OR EVEN SEPARATE FROM THE HUBAND AXLE ASSEMBLY WHILE THE VEHICE IS IN MOTION.
Remedy: CHANGE TAPERED STYLE LUG NUTS TO SHORT SHANK STYLE LUG NUTS.
NHTSA campaign 87V039000
36 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1987 Ford BRONCO II
Owner Complaints
36 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1987 Ford BRONCO II (5 mention a crash, 13 a fire, 6 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 8 |
| Fuel System | 8 |
| Gasoline | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
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 1987 FORD BRONCO II. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.