1985 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1985 Jeep Grand Wagoneer has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (2 reports).

1Recalls
5Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Grand Wagoneer?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1985 Jeep Grand Wagoneer recalls

Visibility:Glass, Side/Rear

Recall 87V178Nov 23, 1987180,000 vehicles affected

Most common 1985 Jeep Grand Wagoneer problems

Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Seat Belts2
Vehicle Speed Control1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Steering1
Exterior Lighting1

What owners report

1997-06-11, Exterior Lighting
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
1996-02-14, Seat Belts
DRIVER'S AND RIGHT REAR FEMALE SEAT BUCKLES ARE BROKEN. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
1995-11-02, Seat Belts
PLASTIC OUTER SHELL OF SEAT BELT BUCKLES BROKE, CAUSING BELTS TO RELEASE. *SKD
1995-10-27, Steering
BOLT THAT HOLDS STEERING WHEEL HAS LOOSENED, REPLACED BOLT ON STEERING WHEEL. TT THE PIVOT BOLT IN LOWER COLUMN BACKED OUT. *YH
1995-01-19, Vehicle Speed Control
AUTO-TRAN: GAS PEDAL STUCK; ENGINE ACCELERATED IN AN UNCONTROLLABLE MANNER; APPLIED BRAKES; SHUT OFF ENGINE TO STOP VEHICLE; NO PRIOR WARNING. TT

1985 Jeep Grand Wagoneer questions

Does the 1985 Jeep Grand Wagoneer have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1985 Jeep Grand Wagoneer: Visibility:Glass, Side/Rear. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1985 Jeep Grand Wagoneer?

Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (2), Vehicle Speed Control (1), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1985 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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.

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