Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1983 Ford Bronco. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗INTERIOR SYSTEMS:SEAT TRACKS AND ANCHORS
- Summary
- THE MANUFACTURER SUSPECTS THAT THE HARDWARE THAT ATTACHES THE SEAT TRACKS (THE STRIPS THAT THE SEAT SLIDES ON) TO THE FLOOR MAY BECOME LOOSE OR MAY FAIL TO HOLD THE SEAT IN PLACE DURING A COLLISION. THIS CONDITION IS DUE TO THE SUBSTITUTION OF AN INCORRECT WASHER DURING MANUFACTURE. THE VEHICLES MAY NOT COMPLY WITH THE STRENGTH REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 207, "SEATING SYSTEMS".
- Remedy
- THE DEALER WILL INSPECT AND INSTALL ADDITIONAL LARGER DIAMETER WASHERS ON THE BOLT ASSEMBLY.
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Owner complaints (4)
4 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 | 25% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 25% |
| Parking brake | 1 | 25% |
| Tires | 1 | 25% |
How 1983 compares with other Bronco years
Best and worst Bronco years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1981 | 2 | 0 |
| 1982 | 1 | 0 |
| 1983 | 4 | 1 |
| 1984 | 10 | 3 |
| 1985 | 20 | 1 |
| 1986 | 27 | 1 |
| 1987 | 34 | 1 |
| 1988 | 52 | 1 |
| 1989 | 84 | 2 |
| 1990 | 56 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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1983 Ford Bronco FAQ
How many recalls does the 1983 Ford Bronco have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 83V020000 (seat). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1983 Ford Bronco problems?
Owners filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (1), Engine and engine cooling (1), Parking brake (1) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
How does the 1983 Bronco compare with other years?
Among the 1981–1990 Ford Bronco model years at least five years old, the 1982 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 1989 the most (84). The 1983 drew 4. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.