1988 Jeep Comanche Problems
- Complaints
- 10filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 0campaigns 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
- 18 mpgcombined, 2.5L 4-cyl RWD · 16 city / 22 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1988 Jeep Comanche (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 1988 Jeep Comanche. The part named most often is seat belts, with 8 complaints (80% of the total), followed by electrical system (1) and body and structure (1). NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
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.
- Seat belts8 80%
- Electrical system1 10%
- Body and structure1 10%
Example complaints
Seat belts: “Seat belt buckle on drivers side is not latching. Spring that holds latch in place to release tension is not working. Dealer contacted and cannot remedy the problem. Problem still exist. Provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #843350, filed 1999-07Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1988 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 | 5-speed manual | 18 | 22 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Comanche 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Comanche 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 16 | 22 | 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 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Comanche 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 18 | 21 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Comanche 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Comanche 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Comanche 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 20 | 16 | $4,200 |
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
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1988 Jeep Comanche in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1988 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1988 Jeep Comanche have?
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 1988 Jeep Comanche as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1988 Jeep Comanche is reported most often?
Seat belts is named most often, in 8 complaints (80% of the total), followed by electrical system with 1.
Has the 1988 Jeep Comanche been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1988 Jeep Comanche get?
The EPA rates the 1988 Jeep Comanche (Comanche 2WD, 2.5L 4-cyl) at 18 mpg combined, 16 city and 22 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,700 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 28, 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.