1993 Ford Bronco Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 14about this part
- Share
- 35%of 40 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 122,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 14 complaints about the brakes of the 1993 Ford Bronco, 35% of the 40 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 122,000 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“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 miles“The contact owns a 1993 Ford Bronco. The contact stated that while parked he attempted to apply the parking brake but it dropped to the floor board. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the brakes would have to be replaced. After the repairs the failure recurred. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number: 94v169001 (parking brake:conventional) that may be related to the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. …”
NHTSA complaint #10478771, filed 2012-10, 109,000 miles“Abs system worked intermittently. Brakes pulsated, and consumer had to jump the curb. Repair shop determined a module problem & repaired it. Subsequently, while consumer was going 15-20mph and pulling a boat, pressed on the brakes and ABS light came on. Consumer couldn't stop, and rearended vehicle in front. Consumer has been trying to get vehicle repaired; but, dealer didn't seem to have a remedy.”
NHTSA complaint #864669, filed 2000-07“While traveling at about 5mph the brakes suddenly failed without warning. The dealer repaired it and said that the brake line had rusted through and burst. On sept 4, 1999, after the repair by conlin/collins, the same thing happened again. This time at a speed of 30mph.”
NHTSA complaint #710942, filed 1999-09“While driving vehicle at 9,000 ft in the mtn., in 2nd gear, 2 wheel drive, started to apply brakes (ABS), brake pedal went completely to floor, brakes failed, no warning light, brake fluid evaporized, air in brake system came out.”
NHTSA complaint #801393, filed 1996-08Related recalls
- 94V169001Sep 7, 1994The 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.Covers: Ford Bronco 1992–1994, F-250 1992–1994, F-150 1992–1994 +3 more
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 | 13% |
| 2024 | 9 | 11% |
| 2023 | 17 | 7% |
| 2022 | 42 | 11% |
| 2021 | 22 | 10% |
| 1996 | 16 | 20% |
| 1995 | 35 | 37% |
| 1994 | 42 | 46% |
| 1993 | 14 | 35% |
| 1992 | 9 | 24% |
| 1991 | 2 | 6% |
| 1990 | 9 | 16% |
| 1989 | 10 | 12% |
| 1988 | 4 | 8% |
| 1987 | 3 | 9% |
| 1986 | 3 | 11% |
Other parts of the 1993 Ford Bronco
8 complaintsTires
6 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1993 Ford Bronco
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology