1988 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1988
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1988: 3 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 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing park/neutral start interlock switch.
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Vehicle was parked, engine running, emergency brake not applied. Vehicle suddenly went backward and ended up in a ditch. No injuries, minor damage to vehicle.…
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-04-19
Fuel system, other
1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, other.
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Gas gauge failed.
NHTSA ODI report, 1997-10-09
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.
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Gas tank is loose and the tank could fall out of the truck. Please provide details.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-08-31
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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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.
Buy-smart checklist
1988 Jeep Grand Wagoneer — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
- Fuel system, other: 1 report on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 87V178000 · Visibility
FAQ
- Is the 1988 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 1988 Jeep Grand Wagoneer?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1988 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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.