1984 Jeep Wagoneer

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1984 Jeep Wagoneer
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:22:27.238Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

1984: 3 complaints

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Year	Complaints
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	186
2023	90
2024	42
2025	4

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train.

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HYDRAULIC CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER IS A CAST ALUMINUM HOUSING WITH NO STEEL CYLINDER LINER, CAUSING IT TOO WEAR OUT PREMATURELY. *SD

NHTSA ODI report, 19960314

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, other.

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FUEL TANK SENDING UNIT FAILED. MJS

NHTSA ODI report, 19990730

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

FIRE

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ENGINE FIRE WHILE DRIVING.

NHTSA ODI report, 19980220

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19840319 — power train

IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OF THE REAR AXLE MAY CAUSE AXLE BEARING FAILURE AND COULD RESULT IN THE SEPARATION OF A REAR AXLE AND WHEEL.

Remedy: THE DIFFERENTIAL AND AXLES WILL BE INSPECTED FOR THE DEFECT AND REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE, IF NECESSARY.

Campaign 84V024000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19840326 — steering

THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BOLTS IN THE STEERING SYSTEM THAT WERE NOT PROPERLY TIGHTENED.

Remedy: THE ADJUSTING TUBE CLAMP BOLT AND THE STEERING GEAR ATTACHING BOLT TORQUE WILL BE TESTED. THE BOLTS WILL BE TIGHTENED AND THE FRONT WHEEL TOE SETTING ADJUSTED IF NECESSARY AND AT NO COST TO OWNER.

Campaign 84V028000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19840430 — power train

A DEFECTIVE DIFFERENTIAL PINION SHAFT MAY EXIST WHICH CAN COME IN CONTACT WITH THE DRIVE PINION GEAR, CAUSING REAR WHEEL LOCK-UP.

Remedy: PINION SHAFT AND CLIPS, AND POSSIBLY THE PINION GEAR, WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE.

Campaign 84V045000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19870714 — DP (closed 19871023)

REAR WINDOW

I 19871023 — PE (closed 19880128)

FIRES CAUSED BY CLTCH LK

I 19871116 — EA (closed 19900109)

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES

I 19890811 — PE (closed 19891211)

SAFETY BELT RETRACTOR

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1984 Jeep Wagoneer — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for fuel system, other issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 84V024000 (power train) has been completed.
Verify recall 84V028000 (steering) has been completed.
Verify recall 84V045000 (power train) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1984 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 1984 Jeep Wagoneer?

The most-reported component is power train:clutch assembly:pedal/hand lever(motorcycle), accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1984 Jeep Wagoneer have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

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