1989 Ford Bronco II vs 1989 Jeep Cherokee
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 | 1989 Ford Bronco II | 1989 Jeep Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 39 | 191 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 20 | 20 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 17 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–18 | 16–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Bronco II | Jeep Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 86 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 45 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 15 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 13 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 13 |
| Visibility | 6 | 5 |
| Power Train | 2 | 9 |
| Tires | 4 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 0 | 19 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
1989 Ford Bronco II
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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.