1985 Jeep Comanche

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1985 Jeep Comanche
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:43:45.599Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1985

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1985: 2 complaints 1985 2 1986: 6 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 10 complaints 1988 1989: 12 complaints 1989 1990: 11 complaints 1990 1991: 5 complaints 1991 1992: 2 complaints 1992
1985: 2 complaints 1985 2 1986: 6 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 10 complaints 1988 1989: 12 complaints 1989 1990: 11 complaints 1990 1991: 5 complaints 1991 1992: 2 complaints 1992
1985: 2 complaints 1985 2 1986: 6 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 10 complaints 1988 1989: 12 complaints 1989 1990: 11 complaints 1990 1991: 5 complaints 1991 1992: 2 complaints 1992

1985: 2 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19852
19866
19875
198810
198912
199011
19915
19922

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Seat belts

2 of 2 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.

Show complaint excerpts

Seat belt's latching mechanism falls apart. Please describe details.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-07-03

Seat belt's latching mechanism falls apart. Please describe details.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-07-03

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1989-05-05Service brakes, hydraulic88V106000 Brake booster vacuum reservoir canisters may develop leaks due to bumper impact.

    Remedy: Replace brake booster vacuum cannisters with new type cannisters; also, install a restriction orifice to ensure sufficient vacuum in event cannister leakage occurs.

Buy-smart checklist

1985 Jeep Comanche — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 88V106000 · Service brakes, hydraulic

FAQ

Is the 1985 Jeep Comanche reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1985 Jeep Comanche?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1985 Jeep Comanche have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.