Jeep CJ-7 years to avoid
Across 1972–1988, no single CJ-7 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1985 drew the most complaints; 1988 the fewest.
17
Total complaints
10
Recall campaigns
1972–1988
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every CJ-7 year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1987 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1986 | 2 | 0 | |
| 1985 | 6 | 0 | |
| 1984 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1983 | 6 | 0 | |
| 1982 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1981 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1980 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1979 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1978 | 1 | 2 | |
| 1977 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1976 | 2 | 4 | |
| 1975 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1974 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1973 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1972 | 0 | 1 |
Common questions
What is the best year for the Jeep CJ-7?
By complaint volume, 1988 has the cleanest NHTSA record among CJ-7 years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Jeep CJ-7 have?
Across all model years, the CJ-7 has 10 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 17 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.