1990 Jeep Laredo
Only 14 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 14 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 |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 2 |
| 1988 | 3 |
| 1989 | 4 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 26 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1996 | 47 |
| 1997 | 38 |
| 1998 | 33 |
| 1999 | 60 |
| 2000 | 81 |
| 2001 | 70 |
| 2002 | 80 |
| 2003 | 57 |
| 2006 | 20 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
5 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1990 JEEP CHEROKEE LAREDO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED. HE WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE DRIVING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20100811
1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility.
1 of 14 total reports mentions: structure.
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ALL OF THE BOLT HOLES HOLDING THE ROOF RACK DOWN ARE LEAKING, BODY SHOP PERSON KNEW WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS WITHOUT EVEN GOING TO HIM BECAUSE ALL OF THEM ARE DOING THAT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030226
1 of 14 total reports mentions: steering.
1 of 14 total reports mentions: steering.
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POWER STEERING HOSE CLAMP CAME OFF, CAUSING LEAKAGE. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19960229
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1990 Jeep Laredo — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 1990 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 1990 Jeep Laredo?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 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.