1985 JEEP CJ7
0 recalls, 6 complaints - 2 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
6 total complaints
3 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 3 |
| POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:FLOOR SHIFT ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE) | 1 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Dec 11, 1998
Incident date: Dec 10, 1998
CONSUMER HAD JUST PARKED THE VEHICLE AND ANOTHER CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE AND KNOCK ON THE CONSUMER'S DOOR. CONSUMER CALLED THE FIRE DEPARTMENT AND THEY CAME OUT AND PUT OUT THE FIRE OUT. THEY DIDN'T KNOW WHAT CAUSED THE FIRE. *AK
Fire
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)
Feb 7, 1997
Incident date: Jan 31, 1997
CLUTCH LINKAGE FAILURE.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Dec 31, 1996
Incident date: Oct 21, 1996
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Fire
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Feb 22, 1996
Incident date: Dec 30, 1995
PANEL WELDED TO FLOOR AND HOLDING SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY CORRODED. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Nov 8, 1995
Incident date: Sep 8, 1995
VEHICLE FIRE IN THE ENGINE. TT
Fire
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:FLOOR SHIFT ASSEMBLY
Nov 6, 1995
Incident date: Oct 30, 1995
THE CONSUMER SAID WHILE SHE WAS SHIFTING THE GEARS STICK CAME OUT IN HER HAND. TT CONSUMER STATES THIS PIECE LITERALLY SNAPS ONTO A STUD ON THE GEAR BOX. *SLC
EPA Fuel Economy, 1985 JEEP CJ7
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl, Manual 4-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 19.0 | 18.0 | Regular | $3,450 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 19.0 | 18.0 | Regular | $3,450 |
| 4.2L 6-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 17.0 | 15.0 | Regular | $4,150 |
| 4.2L 6-cyl, Manual 4-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 18.0 | 16.0 | Regular | $3,900 |
| 4.2L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 20.0 | 17.0 | Regular | $3,650 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl, Manual 4-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 17.0 | 17.0 | Regular | $3,650 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 18.0 | 17.0 | Regular | $3,650 |
| 4.2L 6-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 17.0 | 16.0 | Regular | $3,900 |
| 4.2L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 19.0 | 17.0 | Regular | $3,650 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Special Purpose Vehicles)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1985 JEEP CJ7
2 manufacturer communications from 2 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 114100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD | 2 |
RCL/622
May 1, 1995
114100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
UNKNOWN
RCL/623
May 1, 1995
114100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
UNKNOWN
JEEP CJ7 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the JEEP CJ7 across all model years (1972, 1982).
17
Total Recalls
17
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
5
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
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