1983 Jeep Wagoneer
Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 3
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1983
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1983: 2 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
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Wheels
1 of 2 total reports mentions: wheels, most commonly citing rim.
Show complaint excerpts
While vehicle was about to make a stop in the driveway rear driver side wheel rim split in half.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-03-04
Seat belts
1 of 2 total reports mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing anchorage.
Show complaint excerpts
Told by dealer they do not make replacement seat belts!
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-08-31
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first
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1987-07-14Defect petitionClosed 1987-10-23 Rear window
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1987-10-23Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-01-28 Fires caused by cltch lk
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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.
Buy-smart checklist
1983 Jeep Wagoneer — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 87V178000 · Visibility
- Recall 07E064000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 1983 Jeep 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 1983 Jeep Wagoneer?
- The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1983 Jeep Wagoneer have?
- 2 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.