1980 Jeep 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
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1980
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1980: 0 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
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| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 2 |
| 1984 | 3 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 3 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 2 |
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1993 | 3 |
| 1994 | 1 |
| 1995 | 0 |
| 1996 | 2 |
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 3 |
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2001 | 3 |
| 2022 | 209 |
| 2023 | 115 |
| 2024 | 54 |
| 2025 | 6 |
Known problem areas
No complaint components on file for this model year.
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1980-02-06Exterior lighting79V239000 Incorrect headlamps may have been installed on the involved vehicles. These headlamps have been approved for export only and do not meet U.S. Requirements.
Remedy: The right and left headlamps will be inspected and replaced, if necessary.
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1987-11-16Engineering analysisClosed 1990-01-09 Engine compartment fires
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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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2007-10-15Fuel system, gasoline07E064000 Certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between August 2006 and July 2007 for use on the…
Remedy: Federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2007. Owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.
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Date not on filePower train80V023000 The right and left rear wheel bearings may have been damaged during assembly. A damaged bearing could result in axle and wheel disengagement from the vehicle while in motion.
Remedy: The dealer will replace both rear wheel bearings along with seals, retainer rings and plates at no charge to owner.
Buy-smart checklist
1980 Jeep Wagoneer — pre-purchase inspection
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 80V023000 · Power train
- Recall 79V239000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 87V178000 · Visibility
- Recall 07E064000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 1980 Jeep Wagoneer reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- How many recalls does the 1980 Jeep Wagoneer have?
- 4 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.