1989 Jeep Wagoneer Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 1989 Jeep Wagoneer has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (4 reports).

3Recalls
11Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Wagoneer?

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

1989 Jeep Wagoneer recalls

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

Recall 96V260Dec 27, 199652,000 vehicles affected

Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control

Recall 90V177Oct 2, 1990165,000 vehicles affected

Most common 1989 Jeep Wagoneer problems

Problem areas named in the 11 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic4
Engine And Engine Cooling3
Vehicle Speed Control2
Power Train1
Visibility1
Seats1

What owners report

2006-11-06, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS, THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A CERTIFIED INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DETERMINED THE ABS PUMP HAD NOT OUTPUT. THERE WAS A RECALL # 96V260000 PERTAINING TO THE ABS PROBLEM. THE MANUFACTURER DETERMINED THE RECALL WAS ALREADY PERFORMED ON THE VEHICLE. HOWEVER, THE CONTACT DID NOT BELIEVE THE MANUFACTURER STATEMENT WAS CORRECT. THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED IN 1995 AND THE LETTER WAS NEVER RECEIVED BY THE CONTACT. THE VEHICLE REMAINED AT THE MECHANIC SHOP BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WAS NOT SAFE TO OPERATE.
2001-08-07, Vehicle Speed Control
WHILE IN REVERSE VEHICLE ACCELERATED SUDDENLY, RESULTING IN A COLLISION WHICH CAUSED MINOR INJURIES TO DRIVER. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED*AK *JB
2001-07-06, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
NO SUMMERY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
2000-07-17, Vehicle Speed Control
CONSUMER WAS NEVER NOTIFIED OF RECALL ON THE THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR. NLM
2000-04-26, Engine And Engine Cooling
ENGINE FAILURE RESULTED IN ENGINE FIRE (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT). *MJS

1989 Jeep Wagoneer questions

Does the 1989 Jeep Wagoneer have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1989 Jeep Wagoneer: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1989 Jeep Wagoneer?

Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (4), Engine And Engine Cooling (3), Vehicle Speed Control (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 1989 Jeep 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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