1990 Jeep Comanche

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1990 Jeep Comanche
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:51:58.211Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

1990: 11 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1985	2
1986	6
1987	5
1988	10
1989	12
1990	11
1991	5
1992	2

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

Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

SERVICE BRAKES

3 of 11 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

PARKING BRAKE

2 of 11 total reports mention: parking brake, most commonly citing linkage and cable and conventional.

CRASH

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5SPD WONT HOLD TRUCK&TRAILER ON STEEP LAUNCH RAMP.PARKING BRAKE DISENGAGES.DEALERS DON'T KNOW HOW TO FIX RECURRING PROBLEM.I'VE ASKED FOR HAND BRAKE BUT THEY SAY THE CAN'T CONVERT FROM FOOT TO HAND BRAKE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20000911

STRUCTURE

1 of 11 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.

STEERING

1 of 11 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing linkages.

CRASH

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

NHTSA ODI report, 19950109

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 service brakes issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for parking brake issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 90V177000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
Verify recall 98V005000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.

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 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.