1988 Jeep Cherokee vs 1989 Jeep Cherokee
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1988 Jeep Cherokee | 1989 Jeep Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 97 | 191 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 4 | 20 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 17 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–21 | 16–20 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Cherokee | Jeep Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 86 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 25 | 45 |
| Electrical System | 16 | 13 |
| Seat Belts | 20 | 7 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 11 | 15 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 13 |
| Power Train | 8 | 9 |
| Tires | 4 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 19 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
1988 Jeep Cherokee
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.