4
recalls
The Jeep J Series has 4 recalls covering 36,607 vehicles as reported; model year 1980 is covered by the most (1).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
4
Most for 1980: 1
Units affected
37K
As reported
Overall stars
-
Not rated
Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Jeep J Series by component
- Steering2 · 36K units
- Exterior lighting1 · 145 units
- Service brakes, hydraulic1 · 634 units
Jeep J Series recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 30, 1979 | Jeep Cherokee, J Series, Wagoneer (1980): Exterior lightingNo. 79V239000 | Other or not stated | 145 |
| Jan 23, 1968 | Jeep J Series (1968): Service brakes, hydraulicNo. 68V005000 | Other or not stated | 634 |
| Dec 18, 1967 | Jeep J Series, Jeepster: SteeringNo. 67V120000 | Other or not stated | 2,828 |
| Jun 22, 1967 | Jeep J Series: SteeringNo. 67V057000 | Other or not stated | 33,000 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1980 Jeep J Series recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1980 Jeep J Series. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Jeep J Series have?
4 recalls cover the Jeep J Series, for 36,607 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is steering (2 recalls).
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.