1993 Ford Bronco Problems
- Complaints
- 40filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 99,500miles, 6 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 5campaigns 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 · 12 city / 16 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1993 Ford Bronco (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 40 consumer complaints for the 1993 Ford Bronco. The part named most often is brakes, with 14 complaints (35% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (8) and tires (6). 6 of the complaints include a mileage, and 33% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 99,500 miles. Of all complaints, 4 involved a crash, 2 a fire, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign filed under the same part. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign 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.
- Brakes14 35%
- Tires6 15%
- Electrical system3 7.5%
- Fuel system3 7.5%
- Body and structure3 7.5%
- Suspension2 5.0%
- Engine cooling1 2.5%
- Seat belts1 2.5%
- Steering1 2.5%
Also reported: Vehicle speed control (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “The contact owns a 1993 Ford Bronco. The contact stated that while parked, the emergency brake was engaged and failed to respond. There was a recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 94v169001 (parking brake). The manufacturer was notified and stated that the VIN was not included in the expired recall. The vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 135,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10549231, filed 2013-10, 135,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “My 1993 Ford Bronco has an esof (electronic shift on the fly) transfer case. With four wheel drive engaged, on road and off, whenever the vehicle is coasting the truck will suddenly act like it is no longer in gear. Shifting into park and and back will not change anything. The truck must be taken out of four wheel drive in order to start driving again. I believe this to be dangerous as it could allow me to not react in the case of an emergency. It think that it is a similar problem to the recall 93v089000.”
NHTSA complaint #11281440, filed 2019-11, 257,000 milesTires: “1993 eddie bauer Bronco right front tire blew out. When the tire blewout the consumer lost control o the vehicle and ended up in a shallow ditch. The consumer was able to get the vehicle back on the road and put the spare tire on. The remaining tires were driven another 10000 miles then removed due to bulges in the sidewall. The tires were t hen stored in the consumer's shed. The consumer received a recall on the tire and contacted the manufacturer. The consumer was told to take the tire to the tire dealer and have the tire sent to them. …”
NHTSA complaint #10172231, filed 2006-10, 10,000 milesElectrical system: “Vehicle parked in driveway. Attempted to start, and upon rotation of ignition switch, smoke started rolling out of steering column. Removed cover to access under cruise control and didn't observe any damage. Attempted to start again, and smoke again rolled out, but this time observed flames flare up with smoke. Immediately shut off ignition switch and disconnected battery supply. Ak”
NHTSA complaint #705757, filed 1999-04Mileage when problems were reported
33% of the 6 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 37,000 and 135,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 1993 Ford Bronco. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronco · coupe | not rated | 4 / 5 | — | — | — |
Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1993 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 | 5.0L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 12 | 17 | 14 | $4,800 |
| Bronco 4WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | 5-speed manual | 12 | 16 | 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
- 08V051000Feb 4, 2008Vehicle speed control › Cruise controlCovers: Ford Bronco 1993, E-150 1992–2003, Econoline 1992–2003 +10 more
Ford is recalling 225,000 my 1992-2003 econoline, my 1993-1995 taurus sho, my 1992-1998 crown victoria, my 1993 bronco, f-series, my 1995-1997 f-series super duty stripped chassis, my 1992-1998 mercury grand marquis, and my 1992-1995 lincoln town car…
- 07V336000Aug 3, 2007Vehicle speed controlCovers: Ford Bronco 1993, E-150 1992–1993, 1997–2003, E-350 1992–1993, 1997–2003 +18 more
On certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the speed control deactivation switch may, under certain conditions, leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
- 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.
- 94V018000Jan 2, 1994Structure › Body › BumpersCovers: Ford Bronco 1993–1994, F-150 1993–1994, F-350 1993–1994 +2 more
The u-clip style nuts that retain the front bumpers to the front bumper inner arms can fracture.
- 93V089000May 17, 1993Power train › Transfer case (4-wheel drive)Covers: Ford Bronco 1993, F-150 1993
The transfer cases have been built with the wrong electric shift motor. The transfer cases can slip out of the 4 x 4 high gear position during coasting in forward gears or with power applied in reverse gear.
Recall details for the 1993 Ford Bronco → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1993 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 | 386 | 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 1993 Ford Bronco have?
NHTSA recorded 40 consumer complaints for the 1993 Ford Bronco as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1993 Ford Bronco is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 14 complaints (35% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 8.
Has the 1993 Ford Bronco been recalled?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1993 Ford Bronco get?
The EPA rates the 1993 Ford Bronco (Bronco 4WD, 5.0L 8-cyl) at 13 mpg combined, 12 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 1993 Ford Bronco reported?
Among the 6 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 99,500 miles and the middle half falls between 37,000 and 135,000 miles; 33% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. 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.