1984 Ford BRONCO II: complaints, problems and recalls
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
12 owner complaints analyzed
2 distinct recall campaigns
111,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 1984 model year. Data snapshot: . 1 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch is the most frequently named component, appearing in 3 of 12 complaints (25.0%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Engine operation | 1 | 8.3% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 1 | 8.3% |
| Steering behavior | 1 | 8.3% |
| Fuel system concerns | 1 | 8.3% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Electrical System:Ignition:Switch | 3 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 3 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Suspension:Front | 1 |
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch: 3; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline: 3; Electrical System: 1; Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood: 1; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly: 1; Seats: 1; Structure: 1; Suspension:Front: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 0 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 0 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 1 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 0; 25,000 to 49,999: 0; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 1; 150,000 and above: 0
100,000 to 149,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (1). 11 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 2 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2001 | 2 |
| 2004 | 1 |
1995: 2; 1996: 6; 2000: 1; 2001: 2; 2004: 1
Pattern summary
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch leads the component reports. Engine operation appears in 1 complaint narratives. Electrical and battery issues appears in 1 complaint narratives. Steering behavior appears in 1 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Examples from the source records
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 10088318 · 2004-08-21 (August 21, 2004)
VEHICLE WAS FOUND MOVED AND BURNING. AFTER 2 INCIDENTS THE SAME NIGHT OF FEELING EARTHQUAKE LIKE SHAKING IN HOUSE! *JB
Owner-reported narrative. 111,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10088318 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 500950 · 1996-01-22 (January 22, 1996)
VEHICLE LOSS CONTROL/ROLLEDOVER RESULTING IN FATALITY. *SD
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 500950 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 508291 · 1996-09-04 (September 4, 1996)
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 508291 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 552515 · 2000-06-06 (June 6, 2000)
POSSIBLE ENGINE FAILURE RESULTED IN VEHICLE FIRE. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT) *MJS
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 552515 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 563704 · 2001-10-15 (October 15, 2001)
CONSUMER STATES THAT A PERSON DRIVING THIS VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A ROLL OVER WHEN ANOTHER SUV COMING THE OTHER WAY, STRUCK ITS SIDE, THE DRIVER SUSTAINED SEVERE BRAIN TRAUMA, ALSO THE PASSENGERS SEAT BROKE DURING THE ACCIDENT, CAUSING THE PASSENGER TO END UP IN THE BACK SEAT, CONSUMER REQUESTING ANY POSSIBLE RECALL INFORMATION. *TT
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 563704 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 601594 · 1996-08-30 (August 30, 1996)
IGNITION SWITCH FIRE.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 601594 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 751424 · 2001-08-30 (August 30, 2001)
THIS TRUCK HAS HAD A CONSTANT STALLING PROBLEM. IT RUNS FINE ON THE OPEN ROAD BUT WHEN IT I STOP FOR A LIGHT OR STOP SIGN OR MAKE A TURN & REAPPLY THE ACCELERATOR IT STUMBLES, HESITATES & STALLS. IF I AM QUICK ENOUGH TO BACK OFF THE ACCELLATOR & REAPPLY IT I CAN KEEP IT FROM STALLING. IF NOT IT WILL STALL. IT USUALLY STARTS RIGHT UP AGAIN BUT THIS SITUATION HAS BECOME DANGEROUS. IT HAS BEEN TO FORD NUMEROUS TIMES FOR THIS PROBLEM. FORD TOLD ME THAT NO CODES SHOW UP. THEY TOLD ME THE ONLY THING WAS A SLIGHT FLAT SPOT IN THE CARB. & ADVISED ME T…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 751424 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 959384 · 1995-01-31 (January 31, 1995)
FUEL TANK LEAKS; REPLACEMENT TANK STARTED LEAKING APPROXIMATELY 18 MONTHS AFTER PURCHASE; COULD CAUSE FIRE; TANKS SEEMED TO BE DEFECTIVE. TT
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 959384 at NHTSA ↗
Recall history
2 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
83V134000 · Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage
Reported: 1983-12-20 (December 20, 1983)
THE BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE D-SHAPED RING FOR THE SHOULDER BELT ARE INADEQUATELY SUPPORTED BY THE MATERIAL IN WHICH THEY ARE MOUNTED. THE ATTACHMENT DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES".
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW ATTACHING HARDWARE TO IMPROVE THE STRENGTH OF THE MOUNTING.
NHTSA campaign record ↗84V023000 · Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
Reported: 1984-03-06 (March 6, 1984)
COMPONENTS IN THE LOCKING HUBS WERE IMPROPERLY HEAT-TREATED AND MAY CRACK OR FRACTURE UPON ENGAGEMENT OF THE FRONT DRIVE AXLES. THE BROKEN COMPONENT ON THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL MAY BECOME JAMMED AGAINST THE NUT.
Remedy: CAM ASSEMBLIES IN FRONT WHEEL AUTOMATIC LOCKING HUBS WILL BE REPLACED.
NHTSA campaign record ↗