1987 Ford Bronco vs 1987 Nissan Pathfinder
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1987 Ford Bronco | 1987 Nissan Pathfinder |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 34 | 19 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 18 | 12 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 12 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 11–15 | 14–16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Bronco | Nissan Pathfinder |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 16 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 5 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 7 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 | 2 |
| Visibility | 2 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 0 |
1987 Ford Bronco
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.