1990 Jeep Comanche: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 11 owner complaints on record; most reports concern vehicle speed control.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Jan 1998
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“The throttle position sensor is not functioning properly in my jeep. I found that tere are 3 service bullitens requireing the replacement of the same. There is also one recall indicating the part should be replaced. I called up jeep (chrysler) they said that the recall does not apply to my jeep. It was made during the months listed in the recall and the serial number on the sensor applies the the list in the servoce bulletins. I initiated a case with chrysler the complaint # is 55441434. Please clarify this issue if you can asap. The jeep is dangerous to operate, because of this malfunctioing sensor.”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Dec 1998
“Brake lines let go. When the brakes were applied, nothing happened. All of the brake lines are rusted out, no other rust on the vehicle. Dealer contacted and will inspect the vehicle. *ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Sep 1998
“Gas tank: driving down freeway and heard a noise, pulled over and the gas tank was hitting against the driveshaft. Bolt that holds the strap had come out of slots. *ak”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Nov 1997
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“5spd wont hold truck&trailer on steep launch ramp.parking brake disengages.dealers don't know how to fix recurring problem.I've asked for hand brake but they say the can't convert from foot to hand brake. Had truck for 10 years and this is my main buyer's remorse. I'll never consider another vehicle with a foot parking brake again.cab did pay small visit to the drink due to junky parking brake.this needs to be resolved once and for all.”Owner report · Parking Brake · Jul 1993
“Vehicle started and excelerated and caused a lineup of crashes.update on throttle could have minimized or prevented, but hearing the problems others have had and considering not updating. First five years vehicles brakes and exhaust were sorry. Have replaced all with after-market stuff and all problems have stopped. Jeep should consider better equipment, especially because trucks generally are used to pull trailers such as me. Still want my parking brake fixed. I would like a reliable hand brake as in some models.”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Sep 1992
“The brake pedal slowly goes down . The consumer also stated that the pump motor keeps running that and injection system throttle control sticks at idle. The dealer bled the master cylinder and everything seems fine. *scc *nlm”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control
When filing, owners marked a crash in 3 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 2 campaigns
MALFUNCTION OF FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM THROTTLE POSTITION SENSOR COULD CAUSE INTERMITTENT HIGH ENGINE IDLE SPEED IMMEDIATELY AFTER STARTING ENGINE.
Remedy: REPLACE THROTTLE POSITION SENSORS WITH SENSORS THAT WOULD SEND CORRECT SIGNALS TO THE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM.
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 ISLAND, VERMONT, OR WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. THE FRONT DISC BRAKE ROTORS CAN EXPERIENCE SEVERE CORROSION IF OPERATED FOR AN EXTENSIVE PERIOD IN THE "SALT BELT." IF THE ROTORS ARE NOT REPLACED, THE CORROSION CAN EVENTUALLY COMPROMISE THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE STAMPED STEEL CENTER HUB SECTION OF THE ROTOR.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE ROTORS WITH ROTORS THAT ARE COATED WITH A CORROSION PROTECTION.
Specifications
Factory options offered for the 1990 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.
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Is the 1990 Jeep Comanche reliable?
NHTSA has 11 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 1990 Jeep Comanche. The most complained-about area is vehicle speed control.
Does the 1990 Jeep Comanche have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning vehicle speed control:cruise control. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.