1990 Ford Bronco II Eddie Bauer (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 1990 Ford Bronco II Eddie Bauer (RWD) is a 140-hp 2.9-liter V6 with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $16,432 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 161.8 inches long on a 94.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,287 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $16,432 ($40,860 *) |
| 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 | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 20 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 23 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15" |
| Wheels Rear | 15" |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 161.8 in |
| Width | 68 in |
| Height | 70.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 94 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,287 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.5 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.9 in |
| Legroom Front | 43.9 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 54.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55.9 in |
| Hip Room Front | 52.7 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 52.7 in |
Similar cars
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1990 Ford BRONCO II. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 8, 1998 · SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:ROTOR
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: AFTERMARKET BRAKE ROTORS FOR USE ON CERTAIN FORD AND MAZDA TRUCKS. CRACKED CASTINGS CAUSED CRACKS TO APPEAR ON THE OUTER DIAMETER OF THE ROTOR HAT OR AROUND THE STUD HOLE.
Consequence: LOSS OF BRAKING CAN RESULT.
Remedy: AIMCO WILL REIMBURSE CONSUMERS/INSTALLERS FOR THE COST OF REPLACEMENT ROTORS AND INSTALLATION. CONSUMERS ARE REQUESTED TO RETURN TO THE LOCATION WHERE THE ROTORS WERE ORIGINALLY PURCHASED/INSTALLED FOR REPLACEMENT.
NHTSA campaign 98E010000
Nov 4, 1991 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
WHEN THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER IS PLACED IN THE PARK POSITION, THE PARK PAWL DOES NOT ALWAYS ABUT OR ENGAGE THE PARK GEAR.
Consequence: DRIVER MAY BELIEVE THE VEHICLE IS SAFELY ENGAGED IN PARKWHEN THE GEAR IS NOT TRULY ENGAGED. THIS CAN LEAD TO THE VEHICLE JUMPING OUT OFGEAR UNINTENTIONALLY, VEHICLE ROLLAWAY WHEN PARKED ON A SLOPED SURFACE, ANDINADVERTENT MOTION WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED. ALL OF THESE CONDITIONS CANRESULT IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy: REPAIR THE TRANSMISSION WITH A NEW PARK PAWL.
NHTSA campaign 91V189000
27 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1990 Ford BRONCO II
Owner Complaints
27 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1990 Ford BRONCO II (2 mention a crash, 6 a fire, 4 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Hydraulic | 4 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Tires | 3 |
| Electrical System | 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 1990 FORD BRONCO II. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.