Model year guide

1984 Jeep grand wagoneer

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1984 Jeep grand wagoneer is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1984 Jeep grand wagoneer — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1984 Jeep grand wagoneer at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints2
Combined11–16 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1984 Jeep grand wagoneer recalls 2

Visibility:glass, Side/rear NHTSA Campaign #87V178000 · 23/11/1987

THE KEY OPERATED TAILGATE WINDOW WILL CONTINUE TO CLOSE IF THE SPRING LOADED KEY DOES NOT RETURN TO OFF POSITION WHEN RELEASED.

Fix: OWNERS SHOULD NOT LEAVE KEY IN TAILGATE OF UNATTENDED VEHICLE. REPAIR MECHANISM TO ASSURE PROPER KEY RETURN OPERATION.

Suspension:front:wheel Bearing NHTSA Campaign #84V009000 · 27/01/1984

POSSIBILITY THAT THE FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH LUBRICATION.

Fix: INNER WHEEL BEARINGS WILL BE INSPECTED AND REPACKED WITH LUBRICANT, OR REPLACED IF INSUFFICIENTLY LUBRICATED.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1984 Jeep grand wagoneer common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.

1984 Jeep grand wagoneer MPG & running costs

Combined11–16 mpg
City13 mpg
Highway15 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,917
EPA size classSpecial Purpose Vehicle 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd or Manual 4-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$12,583 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 6 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1984 Jeep grand wagoneer costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$24,585
Fuel only$24,585
Per mile$0.33

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1984 Jeep grand wagoneer trims & engines on record

Engines
5.9L 8-cyl

1984 Jeep grand wagoneer vehicles on record

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1984 Jeep grand wagoneer — frequently asked questions

Does the 1984 Jeep grand wagoneer have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1984 Jeep grand wagoneer. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 1984 Jeep grand wagoneer?

Across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling, visibility.

What gas mileage does the 1984 Jeep grand wagoneer get?

The 1984 Jeep grand wagoneer has U.S. EPA estimates of 11–16 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (6 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.