CarRecallWatchThe 1985 Ford Bronco has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 8 fires, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (9 reports).
1985 Ford Bronco recalls
Most common 1985 Ford Bronco problems
Problem areas named in the 20 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 9 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Tires | 2 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 |
What owners report
VEHICLE FAILS TO START AFTER KEY IS IN IGNITION. VEHICLE TOWED. WAS INFORMED BY MECHANIC PROBLEM WAS IN IGNITION MODULE.*AK *SLC
THE SEATS OF THE VEHICLE ARE BADLY BROKEN AND ARE DANGEROUS. *MJS
VEHICLE SHUTDOWN WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. VEHICLE ACTED LIKE IT WANTED TO STALL.ALSO,VEHICLE WILL START BACK UP. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE.*AK
TIRE TREAD SEPARATION CAUSING CRASH INTO CONRETE BARIER I HAVE THE STILL INFLATED TIRE WITH THE TREAD THAT CAME OFF( DOT NUMBER: HYHLF7A069 TIRE SIZE: P235/75R15 )
JUST TO LET YOU KNOW FOR YOUR DATA BASE THAT THESE TIRES WERE PURCHASED AFTER MARKET, SO FORD HAD NOTHING TO DO WITH IT. ONE TIRE ROLLED THE TREAD RIGHT OFF, SEPARATING RIGHT UNDER THE STEEL BELT. BUT THE TIRE HELD AIR. IT HAPPENED ON A MOUNTAIN ROAD, AT ABOUT 85 DEGREES. I USED THE OTHER 3 TIRES UNTIL THEY HAD ABOUT 50,000 MILES ON THEM WITHOUT ANY OTHER PROBLEMS. HADN'T HEARD ABOUT ANY ISSUE AT THAT TIME SO I DIDN'T REPORT IT.( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: 235X15 )
1985 Ford Bronco questions
Does the 1985 Ford Bronco have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1985 Ford Bronco: Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Fuel Rail. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1985 Ford Bronco?
Based on 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (9), Fuel System, Gasoline (4), Suspension (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1985 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.