CarRecallWatchThe 1985 Jeep Cherokee has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (6 reports).
1985 Jeep Cherokee recalls
Most common 1985 Jeep Cherokee problems
Problem areas named in the 17 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 6 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Tires | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
What owners report
WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT NORMAL SPEED REAR TIRE BLEW OUT AND TREAD SEPARATED, DAMAGING THE STRUCTURAL UNDERBODY FLOOR PANEL OF THE VEHICLE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK
WHILE DRIVING TIRE BLEW OUT WITHOUT WARNING. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK
THE FIREWALL BEHIND THE MASTER CYLINDER RUSTED AND CAUSED THE CYLINDER TO BECOME UNSTABLE THUS AFFECTING THE OPERATION AND PERFORMANCE OF VEHICLE'S CLUTCH. *NLM
WOULD BE MAKING A GRINDING NOISE WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED. WAS NOT ABLE TO TURN WHEEL. BRAKES WERE SPARKING WITHOUT BEING APPLIED. THIS CAUSED VEHICLE TO SHAKE. TOOK TO DEALERSHIP , AND MECHANIC FOUND THAT BRAKE PIN BROKE LOOSE AND GOT CAUGHT.*AK
SEAT BELT SHOULDER RESTRAINT PART FAILURE DURING NORMAL USE
1985 Jeep Cherokee questions
Does the 1985 Jeep Cherokee have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1985 Jeep Cherokee: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Hydraulic; Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal; Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1985 Jeep Cherokee?
Based on 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (6), Seats (2), Power Train (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1985 Jeep Cherokee has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.