- The problem
- Brake booster vacuum reservoir canisters may develop leaks due to bumper impact.
- The risk
- This would result in loss of power brake assist and anincrease in stopping distance.
- The fix
- Replace brake booster vacuum cannisters with new type cannisters; also, install a restriction orifice to ensure sufficient vacuum in event cannister leakage occurs.
Vehicle safety record
1985 Jeep Comanche Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1985 Jeep Comanche with NHTSA, most often about the seats & seat belts (2). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in July 1988 for the hydraulic. For comparison, the 1986 has 6.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Comanche year, for its age
#95 most complained-about 1985 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1985 Jeep Comanche problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1985 Jeep Comanche recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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2 complaints about the 1985 Jeep Comanche
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Seat belt's latching mechanism falls apart. Please describe details. *Ak
Seat belt's latching mechanism falls apart. Please describe details. *Ak
Jeep Comanche: every year compared
All Comanche years1985 Jeep Comanche vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 Jeep Comanche | 2 | 1 | A | |
| 1985 Jeep Cherokee | 19 | 7 | A | Compare |
| 1985 Jeep CJ7 | 6 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 1985 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 5 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1985 Jeep Wagoneer | 1 | 3 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1985 Jeep Comanche
Does the 1985 Jeep Comanche have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1985 Jeep Comanche: hydraulic (July 1988). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1985 Jeep Comanche?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the seats & seat belts (2).
How many complaints has the 1985 Jeep Comanche had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 3, 1996 and the latest on July 3, 1996. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1985 Jeep Comanche a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 83 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Jeep Comanche year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Jeep Comanche years have the most complaints?
1989 (12), 1990 (11), 1988 (10). See every Jeep Comanche year compared.
What should I do if my 1985 Jeep Comanche has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data