Jeep Comanche 1987
Model Comanche made in 1987 by Jeep got 5 consumer complains there are 2 investigations as well as 5 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, service brakes, hydraulic and steering. The car had one investigation (vehicle speed control). There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, service brakes, hydraulic and steering. The car has 3 modeles with engines 2.1l, 2.5l and 4.0l.
Model 1987
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 2.1L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | RWD | 28/30/29 | 31/38/34 | D | $ 518 | 12 | 860701 |
| ( 2.5L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 19/24/21 | 21/30/24 | Regular | $ 678 | 12 | 860701 |
| ( 2.5L) | 4 | Manual, 4 gears | RWD | 22/25/23 | 24/32/27 | Regular | $ 620 | 12 | 860701 |
| ( 2.5L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | RWD | 20/24/22 | 22/31/25 | Regular | $ 648 | 12 | 860701 |
| ( 4.0L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 16/21/18 | 18/27/21 | Regular | $ 792 | 12 | 860808 |
| ( 4.0L) | 6 | Manual, 5 gears | RWD | 18/23/20 | 20/29/23 | Regular | $ 712 | 12 | 860808 |
| ( 2.5L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | 4WD | 19/23/20 | 21/30/24 | Regular | $ 712 | 13 | 860701 |
| ( 2.5L) | 4 | Manual, 4 gears | 4WD | 21/25/23 | 24/32/27 | Regular | $ 620 | 13 | 860701 |
| ( 2.5L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | 4WD | 20/23/21 | 22/30/25 | Regular | $ 678 | 13 | 860701 |
| ( 4.0L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | 4WD | 16/21/18 | 18/26/21 | Regular | $ 792 | 13 | 860808 |
| ( 4.0L) | 6 | Manual, 5 gears | 4WD | 17/22/19 | 19/29/22 | Regular | $ 750 | 13 | 860808 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 86V160000 | CHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 08/01/1986 to 08/01/1986 | V (Vehicle) | 635 | 02/13/1987 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 12/11/1986 | 12/17/1986 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | A stud may have been installed on top of the intake manifold of engine that could contact the fuel supply hose. consequence of defect: chafing of the fuel hose could occur which could result in a fuel leak. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Remove stud and replace fuel supply hose and line assembly on vehicles with accumulated mileage. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: engine manifold/fuel hose.vehicle description: multi-purpose vehicles equipped with i-6 engines. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - HYDRAULIC | ||||||||||||||||
| 88V106000 | CHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 10/01/1984 to 06/01/1987 | V (Vehicle) | 1600 | 05/05/1989 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 07/01/1988 | 07/13/1988 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Brake booster vacuum reservoir canisters may develop leaks due to bumper impact. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This would result in loss of power brake assist and anincrease in stopping distance. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace brake booster vacuum cannisters with new type cannisters; also, install a restriction orifice to ensure sufficient vacuum in event cannister leakage occurs. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: power brakes.vehicle description: vehicles equipped with 2.1 liter turbo diesel engine. | |||||||||||||||
| STEERING - LINKAGES | ||||||||||||||||
| 86V159000 | CHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 07/01/1986 to 08/01/1986 | V (Vehicle) | 6958 | 12/29/1986 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 12/09/1986 | 12/10/1986 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Steering linkage couplers remained in acid etching bath too long. consequence of defect: couplers could be out of tolerance resulting in steering wheel misalignment with eventual loss of vehicle control. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace out of tolerance steering linkage couplers. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: steering linkage couplers.vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles. | |||||||||||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | ||||||||||||||||
| 87V022000 | CHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 01/01/1987 to 02/01/1987 | V (Vehicle) | 3996 | 02/23/1987 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 02/25/1987 | 03/02/1987 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Cruise control module could have inconsistent cruise control operation. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Inconsistent cruise control operation could result inloss of control and an accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace module, as necessary. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: cruise control.vehicle description: multi purpose vehicles with cruise control. | |||||||||||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES | ||||||||||||||||
| 87V035000 | CHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 01/01/1987 to 03/01/1987 | V (Vehicle) | 20439 | 04/01/1987 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 03/18/1987 | 03/25/1987 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle may contain an out of tolerance throttle body. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This could prevent the accelerator from returning toidle when released. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace suspect throttle bodies. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: throtle/accelerator.vehicle description: multi purpose vehicles equipped with 4.0 l engines. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES | ||||||
| EA88025 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 03/10/1988 | 10/03/1989 | STALLING | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| PE88029 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 02/23/1988 | 09/19/1988 | THROTTLE CONTROL | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||
| 03/24/2003 | 1 | ||
| While driving the vehicle overheated due to a faulty water pump. *nlm...*ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 06/15/1996 | |||
| Consumer was driving and jeep caught on fire , please describe . *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM | |||
| 06/14/1987 | 5 | 04/01/1987 | |
| Five accidents which could have been avoided if brakes worked properly. i have talked to several owners of this particular truck and all have had problems with the brakes. i have seen several wrecked trucks that are the same model. | |||
| STEERING - GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) | |||
| 01/17/2001 | 0 | ||
| While trying to make a turn steering wheel will lock up and not turn. had taken vehicle to shop, and found out that steering box was cracking.*ak | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - ACCELERATOR PEDAL | |||
| When driving the accelerator sticks all the time . please describe . *ak | |||