1993 Jeep Cherokee vs 1993 Jeep Wrangler
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 | 1993 Jeep Cherokee | 1993 Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 418 | 108 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 25 | 15 |
| Investigations | 8 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 51 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 12 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–19 | 14–17 |
| Median reported mileage | 130,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Cherokee | Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 123 | 7 |
| Structure | 99 | 5 |
| Power Train | 44 | 13 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 34 | 18 |
| Electrical System | 35 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 36 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 | 23 |
| Seat Belts | 17 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 16 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 15 | 0 |
| Stalling | 11 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 0 |
1993 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.