1992 Ford Bronco Problems
- Complaints
- 37filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 80,000miles, 4 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 13 mpgcombined, 5.0L 8-cyl 4WD/AWD · 11 city / 16 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1992 Ford Bronco (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 37 consumer complaints for the 1992 Ford Bronco. The part named most often is brakes, with 9 complaints (24% of the total), followed by body and structure (7) and fuel system (6). 4 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 80,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 2 a fire, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign and 1 NHTSA investigation filed under the same part. Body and structure complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the door filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes9 24%
- Body and structure7 19%
- Fuel system6 16%
- Electrical system5 14%
- Engine cooling4 11%
- Tires3 8.1%
- Air bags1 2.7%
Also reported: Exterior lighting (1), Other or unknown (1), Seats (1), Steering (1), Suspension (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “Consumer is having the same defect with there vehicle's emergency parking brakes, as stated in recall number 94 v 169 000 but there VIN number is not included. Ph”
NHTSA complaint #10006718, filed 2003-02, 56,000 milesBody and structure: “The vehicle experienced several engine related failures, the thermostat was replaced, the water pump was replaced twice, there was an oil leak, and the serpintine belt was replaced twice.”
NHTSA complaint #556711, filed 2000-10Fuel system: “Fuel tank developed leaks due to rust caused by water trapped between brush guard and tank bottom. Brush guard designed without holes to allow water to drain properly thus trapping water between the guard and tank bottom.”
NHTSA complaint #10016616, filed 2003-04, 75,000 milesElectrical system: “Window motor/buffer wind mech has failed twice. Dealer notified and then manufacturer. Had to fight ffor the replacement under warranty the first time. Had to fight w/ fomoco in addition. Has failed for second time, three months ago. Along w/ A/C. A/c 1200.00 window 210.00”
NHTSA complaint #700932, filed 1998-11Mileage when problems were reported
0% of the 4 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 75,000 and 85,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1992 Ford Bronco version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronco 4WD | 4.9L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 12 | 17 | 14 | $4,800 |
| Bronco 4WD | 4.9L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 12 | 16 | 14 | $4,800 |
| Bronco 4WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 11 | 16 | 13 | $5,150 |
| Bronco 4WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | 5-speed manual | 12 | 15 | 13 | $5,150 |
| Bronco 4WD | 5.8L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 11 | 15 | 12 | $5,600 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 94V169001Sep 7, 1994Parking brake › ConventionalCovers: Ford Bronco 1992–1994, F-250 1992–1994, F-150 1992–1994 +3 more
The parking brake control self-adjust pawl does not line up properly with the self-adjust rachet causing the pawl to slip over one or more teeth in the rachet.
- 92V006000Jan 14, 1992Structure › Body › DoorCovers: Ford Bronco 1992, F-250 1992, F-150 1992 +6 more
Water can enter the door latch release cable. If the vehicle is operated in below freezing temperatures, the water in the door latch release cable can freeze and cause the latch mechanism to malfunction.
Recall details for the 1992 Ford Bronco → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- RQ98021PARKING BRAKEClosed · Nov 10, 1998
- EA93022Idle air spd ctrl vlv malfClosed · Jul 30, 1993
- PE93010Idle air spd ctrl vlv malfClosed · Mar 2, 1993
- EA93001Fuel expulsionClosed · Jan 7, 1993
- PE92077Fuel expulsionClosed · Sep 9, 1992
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1992 Ford Bronco.
Other model years of the Ford Bronco
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 11 | 676 | 9 | — | 18 | — | Too new |
| 2025 | 56 | 13,192 | 19 | — | 18 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2024 | 82 | 6,000 | 16 | — | 18 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 230 | 11,000 | 18 | — | 17 | 50 · Typical | Too new |
| 2022 | 384 | 26,000 | 23 | — | 18 | 51 · Typical | Rising |
| 2021 | 230 | 25,250 | 20 | — | 18 | 32 · Fewer | Rising |
| 1996 | 81 | 120,000 | 1 | — | 13 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 94 | 126,000 | 1 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1994 | 91 | 130,000 | 3 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 40 | 99,500 | 5 | — | 13 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 37 | 80,000 | 2 | — | 13 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 32 | 120,000 | 1 | — | 13 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 56 | 126,300 | 1 | — | 13 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1989 | 84 | 159,500 | 2 | — | 13 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1988 | 52 | 125,005 | 1 | — | 13 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1987 | 34 | 120,000 | 1 | — | 13 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1986 | 27 | — | 1 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1985 | 20 | — | 1 | — | 13 | — | Stable |
| 1984 | 10 | — | 3 | — | 12 | — | Not enough data |
All Ford Bronco model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1992 Ford Bronco have?
NHTSA recorded 37 consumer complaints for the 1992 Ford Bronco as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1992 Ford Bronco is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 9 complaints (24% of the total), followed by body and structure with 7.
Has the 1992 Ford Bronco been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1992 Ford Bronco get?
The EPA rates the 1992 Ford Bronco (Bronco 4WD, 5.0L 8-cyl) at 13 mpg combined, 11 city and 16 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $5,150 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1992 Ford Bronco reported?
Among the 4 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 80,000 miles and the middle half falls between 75,000 and 85,000 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.