Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1982 Wagoneer.
The 1982 Jeep Wagoneer represents a significant era for this full-size SUV, though documented owner complaint data for this specific model year is notably sparse compared to later examples in the nameplate's history. According to tracked records spanning 1990 through 2025, the Wagoneer has recorded owner complaints ranging from a low of just 1 complaint in 1992 to a peak of 188 complaints in 2022, providing context for where earlier model years like 1982 fit within this longitudinal reliability picture. The 1982 model year logged only 1 total owner complaint, with vehicle speed control identified as the top complaint area, alongside 3 recalls issued for that year—numbers that stand in stark contrast to the complaint volumes seen in more recent model years. This relatively low complaint profile for the 1982 Wagoneer suggests that, at least within available owner data, this generation experienced fewer documented issues than the vehicle would later encounter, though it's worth noting that complaint tracking methodology and vehicle population have evolved significantly over the model's lifespan.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 186.6 in |
| Overall width | 75.6 in |
| Overall height | 65.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in |
| Curb weight | 5988 lb |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Wagoneer of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Limited 2.5L I-4 | 15.70 sec | 20.00 sec | 105 hp | 4x4 |
| 1987 | Limited 4.0L I-6 | 9.10 sec | 17.00 sec | 173 hp | 4x4 |
| 1963 | SUV 3.8L I-6 | 16.10 sec | 20.50 sec | 140 hp | 4x4 |
Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith) |
| Why | Transmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module |
| When needed | After Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement |
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool |
| Also required | The vehicle's four-digit PIN code |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 1982 Jeep Wagoneer does not appear in the provided year-by-year federal record, which begins with 1990 and shows a separate cluster in 2022–2025, preventing direct comparison to adjacent model years. For 1982 specifically, the data records only one complaint in Vehicle Speed Control with zero crash or fire complaints. The 1990–2001 period shows low but fluctuating complaint volumes (1–19 annually) and recalls (0–5), while the 2022–2025 period exhibits a dramatic escalation (44–188 complaints, 6–9 recalls), though the data does not specify root causes for any period. Without 1982's full complaint and recall counts in the federal record, its position in the model's safety arc cannot be determined from this dataset alone. Based solely on the single reported speed-control complaint and absence of crash or fire reports, 1982 presents a minimal documented risk profile, but the missing federal record entries mean a comprehensive assessment requires additional sources.
All 1 complaints on record, top 1 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL AFTERMARKET FUEL PUMPS SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF CARTER, ACCUFLOW, NAPA, TRUFLOW, PARTS DEPO, AND PARTS MASTER, SHIPPED BETWEEN AUGUST 2006 AND JULY 2007 FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE… Remedy: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 15, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL AT 248-354-7700.
ORIGINAL PRODUCTION TRANSMISSION LUBRICANT USED IN THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE LUBRICATION TO PROTECT THE TRANSMISSION"S FIRST GEAR. Remedy: THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE ORIGINAL PRODUCTION LUBRICANT AT NO CHARGE TO THE OWNER.
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
Decode factory build data for a specific vehicle by VIN.
Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.