1984 Jeep Cherokee Recalls
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 1984 Jeep Cherokee. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.
- Power train › Driveline › Differential unitCovers: Jeep Cherokee 1984, Wagoneer 1984
Reported issue: A defective differential pinion shaft may exist which can come in contact with the drive pinion gear, causing rear wheel lock-up.
Remedy: Pinion shaft and clips, and possibly the pinion gear, will be replaced without charge.
- SteeringCovers: Jeep Cherokee 1984, Wagoneer 1984
Reported issue: These vehicles may have bolts in the steering system that were not properly tightened.
Remedy: The adjusting tube clamp bolt and the steering gear attaching bolt torque will be tested. The bolts will be tightened and the front wheel toe setting adjusted if necessary and at no cost to owner.
- Power train › Axle assembly › Banjo housingCovers: Jeep Cherokee 1984, Wagoneer 1984
Reported issue: Improper assembly of the rear axle may cause axle bearing failure and could result in the separation of a rear axle and wheel.
Remedy: The differential and axles will be inspected for the defect and replaced without charge, if necessary.
NHTSA investigations
- PE89151Safety belt retractorClosed · Aug 11, 1989
- EA88005Elec. Rear windowClosed · Oct 23, 1987
- PE88001Fires caused by cltch lkClosed · Oct 23, 1987
← All problems reported for the 1984 Jeep Cherokee
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.