1985 JEEP GRAND WAGONEER
1 recalls, 6 complaints - 2 TSBs
87V178000 Nov 23, 1987
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Defect Description
THE KEY OPERATED TAILGATE WINDOW WILL CONTINUE TO CLOSE IF THE SPRING LOADED KEY DOES NOT RETURN TO OFF POSITION WHEN RELEASED.
Consequence
WINDOW COULD CLOSE ON A CHILD OR OTHERS RESULTING INPERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy
OWNERS SHOULD NOT LEAVE KEY IN TAILGATE OF UNATTENDED VEHICLE. REPAIR MECHANISM TO ASSURE PROPER KEY RETURN OPERATION.
Complaint Statistics
6 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | 2 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | 1 |
| STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH | 1 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
Jun 11, 1997
THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH CONSTANTLY BURNS OUT, CAUSING THE HEADLIGHTS/RUNNING LIGHTS/DASH AND INTERIOR LIGHTS TO BURN OUT, AND THE TRUCK CANNOT BE DRIVEN AT NIGHT. *AK
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Feb 14, 1996
Incident date: Nov 15, 1995
DRIVER'S AND RIGHT REAR FEMALE SEAT BUCKLES ARE BROKEN. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Nov 2, 1995
Incident date: Jun 4, 1995
PLASTIC OUTER SHELL OF SEAT BELT BUCKLES BROKE, CAUSING BELTS TO RELEASE. *SKD
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Oct 27, 1995
Incident date: Sep 27, 1995
BOLT THAT HOLDS STEERING WHEEL HAS LOOSENED, REPLACED BOLT ON STEERING WHEEL. TT THE PIVOT BOLT IN LOWER COLUMN BACKED OUT. *YH
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jan 19, 1995
Incident date: Jan 15, 1995
AUTO-TRAN: GAS PEDAL STUCK; ENGINE ACCELERATED IN AN UNCONTROLLABLE MANNER; APPLIED BRAKES; SHUT OFF ENGINE TO STOP VEHICLE; NO PRIOR WARNING. TT
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Jan 19, 1995
Incident date: Jan 15, 1995
AUTO-TRAN: GAS PEDAL STUCK; ENGINE ACCELERATED IN AN UNCONTROLLABLE MANNER; APPLIED BRAKES; SHUT OFF ENGINE TO STOP VEHICLE; NO PRIOR WARNING. TT
EPA Fuel Economy, 1985 JEEP GRAND WAGONEER
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.2L 6-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 14.0 | 15.0 | 14.0 | Regular | $4,400 |
| 5.9L 8-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 10.0 | 12.0 | 11.0 | Regular | $5,600 |
| 4.2L 6-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 14.0 | 16.0 | 14.0 | Regular | $4,400 |
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 GRAND WAGONEER
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 GRAND WAGONEER - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the JEEP GRAND WAGONEER across all model years (1984, 2026).
48
Total Recalls
361
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
18
Reported Crashes
11
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
JEEP GRAND WAGONEER - Year by Year
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| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 2 | View |
| 2025 | 1 | 6 | View |
| 2024 | 6 | 73 | View |
| 2023 | 7 | 84 | View |
| 2022 | 9 | 112 | View |
| 1999 | 0 | 11 | View |
| 1998 | 1 | 5 | View |
| 1997 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 1996 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1995 | 2 | 3 | View |
| 1994 | 2 | 2 | View |
| 1993 | 7 | 13 | View |
| 1992 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1991 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1990 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 1989 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1988 | 1 | 3 | View |
| 1987 | 2 | 18 | View |
| 1986 | 2 | 14 | View |
| 1985 (current) | 1 | 6 | |
| 1984 | 2 | 2 | View |