MYRModel Year Report

1986 Jeep Comanche

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1986 Jeep Comanche
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:42:39.421Z

Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
6

Too few to rank

Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 1986

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

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

1986: 6 complaints

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

Known problem areas

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Seat belts

2 of 6 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.

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Purchased Jeep used, seat belt buckles inoperative.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-12-21

Driver's seat belt buckle fell apart. Please describe details.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-07-01

Engine and engine cooling

2 of 6 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

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Engine knocks , bearings bad.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-11-24

Also filed under Suspension

Suspension

1 of 6 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing wheel bearing.

Power train

1 of 6 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing axle assembly.

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Rear axle failed actually breaking away from wheel resulting in rear tire to separate. Vehicle had to be towed to nearest mechanic. Please describe details.…

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-11

Equipment

1 of 6 total reports mentions: equipment, most commonly citing carrier/rack.

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    1986-04-11Equipment86V031000 Gross weight ratings and tire pressures information on the certification label are incorrect, these do not comply to federal regulation part 567.

    Remedy: Replacement labels with correct information will be mailed to owners.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1986-12-29Steering86V159000 Steering linkage couplers remained in acid etching bath too long.

    Remedy: Replace out of tolerance steering linkage couplers.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1987-03-06Vehicle speed control86V146000 Accelerator cable bushing could disconnect from the accelerator lever assembly.

    Remedy: Replace accelerator pedal bracket and lever assemblies.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1987-03-06Parking brake86V147000 Park brake assembly pawl may be improperly hardened. Consequence of defect: pawl could yield under load…

    Remedy: Replace park brake assemblies.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    Date not on fileFuel system, gasoline85V139000 Jeeps may have an improperly connected fuel line fitting which could become disconnected and cause gasoline to be spilled.

    Remedy: Reconnect fuel line fitting, as required.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1986 Jeep Comanche — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 85V139000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 86V031000 · Equipment
  • Recall 86V159000 · Steering
  • Recall 86V146000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 86V147000 · Parking brake
  • Recall 88V106000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1986 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 1986 Jeep Comanche?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1986 Jeep Comanche have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.

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