Jeep ComancheModel year report

1987 Jeep Comanche Problems

Complaints: 5filed with NHTSA
Median mileage: —no mileage reported
Recalls: 5campaigns on record
Trend: Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA crash rating: —overall rating starts with 2011 models
EPA fuel economy: 19 mpgcombined, 2.5L 4-cyl RWD · 17 city / 22 hwy

Sources: NHTSA records for the 1987 Jeep Comanche (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error

NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 1987 Jeep Comanche. The part named most often is engine cooling, with 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by brakes (1) and steering (1). Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 3 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the hydraulic filed under the same part.

This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.

Which parts are reported most

Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.

Example complaints

Brakes: “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.”

NHTSA complaint #741466, filed 2001-02

Complaints by year filed

Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

Complaints by year the complaint was filed with NHTSA. Red bars: the last 3 full calendar years used for the trend. The current year (2026) is partial.

Fuel economy and running cost

EPA ratings for each 1987 Jeep Comanche version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).

Version	Engine	Transmission	City	Hwy	Comb.	Fuel / yr
Comanche 2WD	2.5L 4-cyl	4-speed manual	19	23	21	$3,200
Comanche 2WD	2.5L 4-cyl	4-speed automatic	17	22	19	$3,550
Comanche 2WD	2.5L 4-cyl	5-speed manual	18	22	19	$3,550
Comanche 2WD	4.0L 6-cyl	5-speed manual	16	21	18	$3,700
Comanche 2WD	4.0L 6-cyl	4-speed automatic	15	20	16	$4,200
Comanche 4WD	2.5L 4-cyl	4-speed manual	19	23	20	$3,350
Comanche 4WD	2.5L 4-cyl	5-speed manual	18	22	19	$3,550
Comanche 4WD	2.5L 4-cyl	4-speed automatic	17	21	18	$3,700
Comanche 4WD	4.0L 6-cyl	5-speed manual	15	20	17	$3,950
Comanche 4WD	4.0L 6-cyl	4-speed automatic	15	19	16	$4,200
Comanche 2WD	2.1L 4-cyl · diesel	5-speed manual	24	27	25	$3,850

Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.

Recalls and investigations

88V106000Jul 1, 1988
Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Hydraulic
Covers: Jeep Comanche 1985–1987, Wagoneer 1985–1987, Cherokee 1985–1987
Brake booster vacuum reservoir canisters may develop leaks due to bumper impact.
87V035000Mar 18, 1987
Vehicle speed control › Linkages
Covers: Jeep Comanche 1987, Wagoneer 1987, Cherokee 1987
Vehicle may contain an out of tolerance throttle body.
87V022000Feb 25, 1987
Vehicle speed control
Covers: Jeep Comanche 1987, Wrangler 1987, Wagoneer 1987 +2 more
Cruise control module could have inconsistent cruise control operation.
86V160000Dec 11, 1986
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Covers: Jeep Comanche 1987, Wagoneer 1987, Cherokee 1987
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.
86V159000Dec 9, 1986
Steering › Linkages
Covers: Jeep Comanche 1986–1987, Wagoneer 1986–1987, Cherokee 1986–1987
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.

Recall details for the 1987 Jeep Comanche → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls

Technical service bulletins

No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1987 Jeep Comanche.

Other model years of the Jeep Comanche

Year	Complaints	Median mi	Recalls	Crash ★	MPG	Score (50 = typical)	Trend
1991	5	118,000	1	—	18	—	Not enough data
1990	11	—	2	—	19	—	Not enough data
1989	12	177,041	1	—	19	—	Not enough data
1988	10	—	0	—	18	—	Not enough data
1987	5	—	5	—	19	—	Not enough data
1986	6	82,314	6	—	19	—	Not enough data

All Jeep Comanche model years

Frequently asked questions

How many NHTSA complaints does the 1987 Jeep Comanche have?

NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 1987 Jeep Comanche as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

What part of the 1987 Jeep Comanche is reported most often?

Engine cooling is named most often, in 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by brakes with 1.

Has the 1987 Jeep Comanche been recalled?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What gas mileage does the 1987 Jeep Comanche get?

The EPA rates the 1987 Jeep Comanche (Comanche 2WD, 2.5L 4-cyl) at 19 mpg combined, 17 city and 22 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).

Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.