1990 Ford Bronco vs 1990 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 | 1990 Ford Bronco | 1990 Jeep Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 56 | 270 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 43 | 18 |
| Investigations | 6 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 13 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 12–14 | 16–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 142,868 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Bronco | Jeep Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 143 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 54 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 28 |
| Electrical System | 18 | 8 |
| Power Train | 4 | 17 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 13 |
| Seats | 9 | 6 |
| Structure | 7 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 12 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 26 |
1990 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.