1986 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1986
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1986: 4 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 2 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 4 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 3 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 2 |
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 2 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 0 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 4 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2022 | 61 |
| 2023 | 49 |
| 2024 | 35 |
| 2025 | 3 |
| 2026 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
5 of 4 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing catalytic convertor and exhaust system.
Electrical system
4 of 4 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash and starter assembly.
Show complaint excerpts
Vehicle fire due to failure of the wiring harness in the dashboard.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-12-17
Structure
2 of 4 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing hood and door.
Seat belts
1 of 4 total reports mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.
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Driver's and passenger side seat belt buckles have broken, unable to latch seat belt. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-02-14
Power train
1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1987-10-23Engineering analysisClosed 1989-03-28 Elec. Rear window
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1988-05-27Visibility87V178000 The key operated tailgate window will continue to close if the spring loaded key does not return to off position when released.
Remedy: Owners should not leave key in tailgate of unattended vehicle. Repair mechanism to assure proper key return operation.
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Date not on fileService brakes, hydraulic85V140000 Certain of these vehicles may have been built with contaminated brake fluid.
Remedy: Flush and refill brake system with new hydraulic brake fluid.
Buy-smart checklist
1986 Jeep Grand Wagoneer — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 85V140000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 87V178000 · Visibility
FAQ
- Is the 1986 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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 Grand Wagoneer?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 125% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1986 Jeep Grand Wagoneer have?
- 2 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.