1987 Jeep Wagoneer
Only 10 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 10 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 10 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 10 total reports mention: steering.
1 of 10 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
1 of 10 total reports mentions: tires.
1 of 10 total reports mentions: tires.
1 of 10 total reports mentions: seats.
Show complaint excerpts
DRIVERS SEAT FRAME BROKE UPON APPLYING BRAKES. *AW
NHTSA ODI report, 19950518
SAFETY TIMELINE
STEERING LINKAGE COUPLERS REMAINED IN ACID ETCHING BATH TOO LONG.
Remedy: REPLACE OUT OF TOLERANCE STEERING LINKAGE COUPLERS.
Campaign 86V159000 — check if this car was fixed
A STUD MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED ON TOP OF THE INTAKE MANIFOLD OF ENGINE THAT COULD CONTACT THE FUEL SUPPLY HOSE.
Remedy: REMOVE STUD AND REPLACE FUEL SUPPLY HOSE AND LINE ASSEMBLY ON VEHICLES WITH ACCUMULATED MILEAGE.
Campaign 86V160000 — check if this car was fixed
CRUISE CONTROL MODULE COULD HAVE INCONSISTENT CRUISE CONTROL OPERATION.
Remedy: REPLACE MODULE, AS NECESSARY.
Campaign 87V022000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE MAY CONTAIN AN OUT OF TOLERANCE THROTTLE BODY.
Remedy: REPLACE SUSPECT THROTTLE BODIES.
Campaign 87V035000 — check if this car was fixed
FIRES CAUSED BY CLTCH LK
THROTTLE CONTROL
STALLING
BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM RESERVOIR CANISTERS MAY DEVELOP LEAKS DUE TO BUMPER IMPACT.
Remedy: REPLACE BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM CANNISTERS WITH NEW TYPE CANNISTERS; ALSO, INSTALL A RESTRICTION ORIFICE TO ENSURE SUFFICIENT VACUUM IN EVENT CANNISTER LEAKAGE OCCURS.
Campaign 88V106000 — check if this car was fixed
SAFETY BELT RETRACTOR
TIRE RESERVE LOAD LABEL MAY NOT HAVE BEEN INSTALLED.
Remedy: INSTALL PROPER LABEL.
Campaign 89V219000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1987 Jeep Wagoneer — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 86V159000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 86V160000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 87V022000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 87V035000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 88V106000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 89V219000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1987 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 1987 Jeep Wagoneer?
The most-reported component is steering: steering wheel/handle bar, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1987 Jeep Wagoneer have?
6 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.