Ford · 1987
1987 Ford Bronco II 4WD
Official EPA fuel economy and NHTSA recall record, best combined figure 18 MPG.
The Ford Bronco II is a compact sport utility vehicle (SUV) that was manufactured by the American manufacturer Ford. Closely matching the first-generation Ford Bronco in size, the Bronco II was sold for the 1984 to 1990 model years, alongside the third and fourth generations of Ford's full-size Bronco.
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Highway | Combined | CO2 g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.9L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 | 523 |
| 2.9L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 20 | 18 | 494 |
Safety recalls (NHTSA)
3 campaigns on record for this model year. Recall repairs are free at dealers; check your exact vehicle by VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls.
STICKERS CONCERNING HANDLING AND MANEUVERABILITY WHICH ARE AFFIXED TO DRIVERS SUN VISOR SLEEVES DO NOT MEET CRITERIA FOR PERMANENT ADHESION.
ALUMINUM WHEELS MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED WITH IMPROPER LUG NUTS.
SPRING LOCK FUEL LINE COUPLING MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ENGAGED.
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
104 complaints filed by owners for this model year (8 involving a crash, 27 a fire). Complaints are owner reports, not confirmed defects - browse them in full on nhtsa.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fuel economy of a 1987 Ford Bronco II 4WD?
EPA figures for the 1987 Ford Bronco II 4WD reach 18 MPG combined depending on configuration; the table on this page lists every tested engine and transmission combination.
Are there recalls on the 1987 Ford Bronco II 4WD?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 1987 Ford Bronco II 4WD. Check your specific vehicle by VIN on the official NHTSA site, recalls are fixed free of charge by dealers.
What are common problems with the 1987 Ford Bronco II 4WD?
Owners have filed 104 complaints with NHTSA for the 1987 Ford Bronco II 4WD, most often about: Electrical System, Fuel System, Gasoline, Engine And Engine Cooling. Complaint counts reflect what owners report, not confirmed defects.
Sources: EPA fueleconomy.gov, the NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings databases (all US public data), refreshed monthly. Recall texts are quoted from the official record. Details on About & Data Sources.