1990 Jeep Wagoneer Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 1990 Jeep Wagoneer has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.

The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (9 reports).

5Recalls
13Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1990 Jeep Wagoneer recalls

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor

Recall 98V005Jan 12, 1998293,369 vehicles affected

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 1990 Jeep Wagoneer problems

Problem areas named in the 13 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic9
Engine And Engine Cooling3
Service Brakes, Air2
Seats1
Steering1
Tires1
Vehicle Speed Control1

What owners report

2004-05-24, Service Brakes, Air
CONTINUED ANTI-LOCK AND BRAKE FAILURE WITH NO WARNING. SYSTEM REPLACED ON 2/11/97, 11/10/00, 11/16/00, & 2/13/01. REPLACED WITH SAME PARTS THAT CONTINUE TO FAIL. VERY DANGEROUS. BRAKES GO TO FLOOR WITH NO WARNING. REQUEST FOR SERVICE IN 11/03 AFTER FAILURE DID NOT FIND PROBLEM. SYSTEM HAS FAILED 4 TIMES SINCE THEN. DEALER CURRENTLY HAS VEHICLE.*AK
2003-02-12, Engine And Engine Cooling
THE VEHICLE STALLED, WHICH CAUSED CONSUMER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.*JB
1999-10-25, Vehicle Speed Control
THE VEHICLE TOOK OFF, WITHOUT PEDAL APPLICATION, AFTER BEING PUT INTO DRIVE. THE VEHICLE RAN INTO A BUILDING AND WAS TOTALED. *AK
1999-07-30, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
RIGHT FRONT BRAKE LOCKS UP CAUSING ONE MINOR AND ONE MAJOR ACCIDENT. NLM
1999-03-22, Engine And Engine Cooling
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM ENCLOSED WITH NO SAFETY RELIEF VALVE, WHICH COULD RESULTING IN PLASTIC FILL BOTTLE TO OVERHEAT AND EXPLODE. (2ND VEHICLE ON DOC# 544283)

1990 Jeep Wagoneer questions

Does the 1990 Jeep Wagoneer have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 1990 Jeep Wagoneer: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; 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 1990 Jeep Wagoneer?

Based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (9), Engine And Engine Cooling (3), Service Brakes, Air (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 1990 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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