1989 Jeep Comanche Problems
- Complaints
- 12filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 177,041miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns 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 1989 Jeep Comanche (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 12 consumer complaints for the 1989 Jeep Comanche. The part named most often is tires, with 3 complaints (25% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (3) and steering (2). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 177,041 miles. Of all complaints, 2 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign 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.
- Tires3 25%
- Steering2 17%
- Engine cooling1 8.3%
- Equipment1 8.3%
- Seat belts1 8.3%
- Vehicle speed control1 8.3%
Example complaints
Tires: “I had a nearly new triumph r 1200 tire fail in an unusual manner. This tire had only about 800 miles on it when it failed, and I'm reasonably certain that the failure was not due to abuse (overload, pothole, curb scuffing, etc.). A large bubble formed in the sidewall of the tire. The bubble was approximately 4 diameter and 3/4 high. The bubble appeared to distort the bead, causing a large leak between the tire and the wheel. This occurred on the first really warm weather day following installation, leading me to suspect a possible manufacturing defect that needed some heat to manifest itself. …”
NHTSA complaint #758824, filed 2002-03Steering: “Steering gear box broke off from the metal frame, causing steering system to be inoperative while driving ,may have resulted in an accident. Please provide further information and VIN#.”
NHTSA complaint #835269, filed 1999-02Mileage when problems were reported
0% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 177,041 and 177,041 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1989 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 Pickup 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4-speed manual | 19 | 23 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Comanche Pickup 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4-speed manual | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Comanche Pickup 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 18 | 22 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Comanche Pickup 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Comanche Pickup 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Comanche Pickup 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Comanche Pickup 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,200 |
| Comanche Pickup 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4-speed manual | 19 | 22 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Comanche Pickup 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4-speed manual | 18 | 22 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Comanche Pickup 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 18 | 22 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Comanche Pickup 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Comanche Pickup 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Comanche Pickup 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Comanche Pickup 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 14 | 18 | 15 | $4,450 |
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
- 90V177000Oct 2, 1990Vehicle speed control › Cruise controlCovers: Jeep Comanche 1989–1990, Cherokee 1989–1990, Wagoneer 1989–1990
Malfunction of fuel injection system throttle postition sensor could cause intermittent high engine idle speed immediately after starting engine.
Recall details for the 1989 Jeep Comanche → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1989 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 1989 Jeep Comanche have?
NHTSA recorded 12 consumer complaints for the 1989 Jeep Comanche as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1989 Jeep Comanche is reported most often?
Tires is named most often, in 3 complaints (25% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 3.
Has the 1989 Jeep Comanche been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1989 Jeep Comanche get?
The EPA rates the 1989 Jeep Comanche (Comanche Pickup 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.
At what mileage are problems with the 1989 Jeep Comanche reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 177,041 miles and the middle half falls between 177,041 and 177,041 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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.