1989 Jeep Laredo

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1989 Jeep Laredo
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:36:04.245Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Jeep Laredo Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1989 highlighted. 1986: 2 complaints 1986 1988: 3 complaints 1989: 4 complaints 1989 1990: 14 complaints 1990 1991: 10 complaints 1992: 6 complaints 1993: 26 complaints 1993 1994: 16 complaints 1995: 20 complaints 1996: 47 complaints 1996 1997: 38 complaints 1998: 33 complaints 1999: 60 complaints 1999 2000: 81 complaints 2001: 70 complaints 2002: 80 complaints 2002 2003: 57 complaints 2006: 20 complaints 2006
1989: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
19862
19883
19894
199014
199110
19926
199326
199416
199520
199647
199738
199833
199960
200081
200170
200280
200357
200620

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 4 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

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VEHICLE ACCELERATES BY ITSELF INTERMITTENTLY.*AK *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20040122

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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ANTILOCK BRAKE FAILURE PRIOR TO RECALL.

NHTSA ODI report, 19971003

POWER TRAIN

1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train.

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TRANSMISSION MASTER CLUTCH CYLINDER, IS LEAKING OIL INTO THE FUSE BOX, CAUSING DASHBOARD LIGHTS TO SHORT OUT. CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO SEE THE GAUGES WHILE DRIVING. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20040519

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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TRANSMISSION MASTER CLUTCH CYLINDER, IS LEAKING OIL INTO THE FUSE BOX, CAUSING DASHBOARD LIGHTS TO SHORT OUT. CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO SEE THE GAUGES WHILE DRIVING. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20040519

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system.

FIRE
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AFTER DRIVING THE VEHICLE, PARKED IN LOT, IGNITION TURNED OFF, UNDERHOOD FIRE STARTED. NO PREVIOUS WARNING OR INDICATION OF FIRE. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. DEALER NOT AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19990203

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1989 Jeep Laredo — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

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FAQ

Is the 1989 Jeep Laredo 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 1989 Jeep Laredo?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1989 Jeep Laredo have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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