1996 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
Only 0 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 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| 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 | 55 |
| 2023 | 44 |
| 2024 | 32 |
| 2025 | 3 |
| 2026 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
No complaint components on file for this model year.
SAFETY TIMELINE
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IF A DRIVER HAS NOT PLACED THE SHIFTER LEVER FULLY INTO THE "PARK" POSITION AND LEAVES THE VEHICLE RUNNING, THE VEHICLE MAY UNEXPECTEDLY MOVE REARWARD AFTER SEEMING
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SECONDARY DETENT SYSTEM TO THE FLOOR SHIFTER ASSEMBLY. DAIMLERCHRYSLER SENT INTERIM NOTICES TO OWNERS CONCERNING THIS PROBLEM ON MARCH 22, 2002. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEP
Campaign 02V053000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1996 Jeep Grand Wagoneer — pre-purchase inspection
- Verify recall 02V053000 (power train) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1996 Jeep Grand Wagoneer reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
How many recalls does the 1996 Jeep Grand Wagoneer have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.