1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Problems
- Complaints
- 8filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 169,000miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 6campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. The part named most often is brakes, with 2 complaints (25% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (2) and air bags (1). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 169,000 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns and 1 technical service bulletin for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns covering the rotor filed under the same part. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the floor shift 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.
- Brakes2 25%
- Air bags1 13%
- Other or unknown1 13%
- Steering1 13%
- Suspension1 13%
- Tires1 13%
Example complaints
Transmission and drivetrain: “The contact owns a 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. While in park with the emergency brake engaged, the vehicle would disengage and shift into reverse independently. Also, the contact mentioned that while attempting to start the vehicle, the key would not engage the ignition. In addition, the contact stated that while having the muffler replaced, the technician found that a bolt was missing from the motor mount. The vehicle was serviced under NHTSA campaign numbers: 02v053000 (power train), 93v210000 (steering), 93v051000 (suspension). However, the remedies failed to repair the vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #10758910, filed 2015-08, 169,000 milesOther or unknown: “I am complaining about a service agent for all the Jeep recalls that are in effect airpark chrysler will not help to get these fixed and have been very hurtful, and disrespectful to anyone trying to verify the issue. Its safety and urgent issue I am a single mother and cannot believe they are being so hard to deal with.”
NHTSA complaint #10226664, filed 2008-05Mileage 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 169,000 and 169,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 02V053000Feb 15, 2002Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Floor shiftCovers: Jeep Grand Wagoneer 1993–1998, Grand Cherokee 1993–1998
On certain sport utility vehicles, if a driver has not placed the shifter lever fully into the "park" position and leaves the vehicle running, the vehicle may unexpectedly move rearward after seeming to be stable.
- 99V340000Dec 13, 1999Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › RotorCovers: Jeep Grand Wagoneer 1993–1995, Cherokee 1992–1995, Grand Cherokee 1994–1995
Vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode…
- 93V210000Dec 13, 1993Steering › Steering wheel/handle barCovers: Jeep Grand Wagoneer 1993, Grand Cherokee 1993
The molded plastic pin which connects the upper steering column shaft and the lower column shaft may have been sheared prior to installation of the steering column assembly into the vehicle. If this occurred, the upper steering shaft will separate from the…
- 93V055000Apr 8, 1993Structure › Body › Hatchback/liftgateCovers: Jeep Grand Wagoneer 1993, Grand Cherokee 1993
Grease applied to the liftgate latch rubber bumpers to ease component assembly caused the bumper to swell, interfering with the movement of the liftgate latch pawl. This prevents the liftgate latching when closed and difficult to open when latched.
- 93V051000Apr 2, 1993Suspension › FrontCovers: Jeep Grand Wagoneer 1993, Grand Cherokee 1993
The eccentric cam adjuster bolts in both front lower suspension arm-to-front axle bracket attachments may fail due to assembly misalignment.
- 92V181000Dec 14, 1992Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkagesCovers: Jeep Grand Wagoneer 1993, Grand Cherokee 1993
The retainer clip which secures the master cylinder input rod to the brake pedal was not installed properly, and could work loose.
Recall details for the 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 1 on record; the latest 1 are shown.
- 10191460Feb 26, 2016Engine cooling. Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
Other model years of the Jeep Grand Wagoneer
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 35 | 35,000 | 8 | — | 17 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 49 | 11,747 | 8 | — | 17 | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Too new |
| 2022 | 63 | 33,000 | 10 | — | 17 | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Rising |
| 1999 | 9 | 78,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1993 | 8 | 169,000 | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1987 | 5 | — | 2 | — | 14 | — | Not enough data |
| 1985 | 5 | — | 1 | — | 14 | — | Not enough data |
All Jeep Grand Wagoneer model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer have?
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 2 complaints (25% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 2.
Has the 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer been recalled?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 169,000 miles and the middle half falls between 169,000 and 169,000 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 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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.