1989 Jeep Cherokee vs 1989 Mazda MPV
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 | 1989 Jeep Cherokee | 1989 Mazda MPV |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 191 | 22 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 20 | 17 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 17 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–20 | 16–19 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Cherokee | Mazda MPV |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 86 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 45 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 15 | 4 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 8 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 1 |
| Power Train | 9 | 2 |
| Structure | 7 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 19 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
1989 Jeep Cherokee
1989 Mazda MPV
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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.