MYRModel Year Report

1990 Jeep Comanche

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1990 Jeep Comanche
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:57:22.485Z

Only 11 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 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Jeep Comanche Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1990 highlighted. 1985: 2 complaints 1985 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
1990: 11 complaints
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YearComplaints
19852
19866
19875
198810
198912
199011
19915
19922

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 11 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

3 of 11 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASH INJURY
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VEHICLE STARTED AND EXCELERATED AND CAUSED A LINEUP OF CRASHES.UPDATE ON THROTTLE COULD HAVE MINIMIZED OR PREVENTED, BUT HEARING THE PROBLEMS OTHERS HAVE HAD AND CONSIDERING NOT UPDATING. FIRST FIVE YEARS VEHICLES BRAKES AND EXHAUST WERE SORRY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20000911

THE BRAKE PEDAL SLOWLY GOES DOWN . THE CONSUMER ALSO STATED THAT THE PUMP MOTOR KEEPS RUNNING THAT AND INJECTION SYSTEM THROTTLE CONTROL STICKS AT IDLE. THE DEALER BLED THE MASTER CYLINDER AND EVERYTHING SEEMS FINE. *SCC *NLM

NHTSA ODI report, 20030114

STRUCTURE

1 of 11 total reports mentions: structure.

STEERING

1 of 11 total reports mentions: steering.

CRASH
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ONE TIE ROD BROKE, CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL/ACCIDENT. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950109

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 11 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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THE BRAKE PEDAL SLOWLY GOES DOWN . THE CONSUMER ALSO STATED THAT THE PUMP MOTOR KEEPS RUNNING THAT AND INJECTION SYSTEM THROTTLE CONTROL STICKS AT IDLE. THE DEALER BLED THE MASTER CYLINDER AND EVERYTHING SEEMS FINE. *SCC *NLM

NHTSA ODI report, 20030114

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 11 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19910314 — vehicle speed control

MALFUNCTION OF FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM THROTTLE POSTITION SENSOR COULD CAUSE INTERMITTENT HIGH ENGINE IDLE SPEED IMMEDIATELY AFTER STARTING ENGINE.

Remedy: REPLACE THROTTLE POSITION SENSORS WITH SENSORS THAT WOULD SEND CORRECT SIGNALS TO THE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM.

Campaign 90V177000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19980309 — service brakes, hydraulic

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, NEW HAMP

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE ROTORS WITH ROTORS THAT ARE COATED WITH A CORROSION PROTECTION.

Campaign 98V005000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1990 Jeep Comanche — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 90V177000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 98V005000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1990 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 1990 Jeep Comanche?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1990 Jeep Comanche have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.