1980 Jeep Cherokee Base
Unverified
All photo credits
- Photo: Jeep J10 Cherokee SJ series by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Jeep J10 Cherokee SJ Golden Eagle by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1974 Jeep Cherokee S - Beach by Plasticboob, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1981 Jeep Wagoneer (10189530853) by Niels de Wit from Lunteren, The Netherlands, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: SJ Jeep Cherokee (rear) by Accord14, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1980 Jeep Cherokee Base is a 110-hp 4.2-liter with a 4-speed manual and four-wheel drive.
It makes 110 horsepower.
The Cherokee measures 186.4 inches long on a 108.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,514 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 6-cylinder, in-line |
| Displacement | 4.2 L |
| Horsepower | 110 hp |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Four-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual (3-speed automatic optional) |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 186.4 in |
| Height | 66.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,514 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1980 Jeep Cherokee Base with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1980 Jeep CHEROKEE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Nov 23, 1987 · VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
THE KEY OPERATED TAILGATE WINDOW WILL CONTINUE TO CLOSE IF THE SPRING LOADED KEY DOES NOT RETURN TO OFF POSITION WHEN RELEASED.
Consequence: WINDOW COULD CLOSE ON A CHILD OR OTHERS RESULTING INPERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD NOT LEAVE KEY IN TAILGATE OF UNATTENDED VEHICLE. REPAIR MECHANISM TO ASSURE PROPER KEY RETURN OPERATION.
NHTSA campaign 87V178000
Mar 5, 1980 · POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
THE RIGHT AND LEFT REAR WHEEL BEARINGS MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING ASSEMBLY. A DAMAGED BEARING COULD RESULT IN AXLE AND WHEEL DISENGAGEMENT FROM THE VEHICLE WHILE IN MOTION.
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL REPLACE BOTH REAR WHEEL BEARINGS ALONG WITH SEALS, RETAINER RINGS AND PLATES AT NO CHARGE TO OWNER.
NHTSA campaign 80V023000
Oct 30, 1979 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
INCORRECT HEADLAMPS MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS HAVE BEEN APPROVED FOR EXPORT ONLY AND DO NOT MEET U.S. REQUIREMENTS.
Remedy: THE RIGHT AND LEFT HEADLAMPS WILL BE INSPECTED AND REPLACED, IF NECESSARY.
NHTSA campaign 79V239000
1 owner complaint to NHTSA for the 1980 Jeep CHEROKEE
Owner Complaints
1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA for the 1980 Jeep CHEROKEE. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Tires | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1980 JEEP CHEROKEE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.