1983 Ford Bronco Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1983 Ford Bronco recalls

Most common 1983 Ford Bronco problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Parking Brake	1
Electrical System	1
Engine And Engine Cooling	1
Tires	1

What owners report

2006-07-06, Tires
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH THERE WAS A VIBRATION IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT AND THE VEHICLE WAS MANEUVERED OFF THE ROAD WITHOUT INCIDENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THEY DISCOVERED THE PASSENGER REAR SIDE TIRE HAD A LARGE BULGE ON THE TREAD. THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN ALERTED.

1999-07-12, Engine And Engine Cooling
WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED VEHICLE CUTS OFF, AND CONSUMER IS HAVING PROBLEM STARTING VEHICLE.VEHICLE HAS BEEN AT DEALER FOR REPAIRS, AND DEALER CAN'T DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. *AK

1996-06-28, Electrical System
IGNITION SWITCH SHORTED, CAUSING FIRE. *DH

1995-03-30, Parking Brake
EMERGENCY PARKING BRAKES FAILURE. TT

1983 Ford Bronco questions

Does the 1983 Ford Bronco have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1983 Ford Bronco: Seats. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1983 Ford Bronco?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Parking Brake (1), Electrical System (1), Engine And Engine Cooling (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1983 Ford Bronco has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.