1983 Jeep Wagoneer Base
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- Photo: 1983 Jeep Wagoneer Limited in Jamaican Beige, front left, 07-04-2026 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Jeep Wagoneer 1X7A7997 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1981 Jeep (SJ) Grand Wagoneer Limited - the Big Woody in San Francisco 1of2 by CZmarlin — Christopher Ziemnowicz — photo credit is required if this image is used anywhere other than Wikipedia., CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1983 Jeep Wagoneer Limited in Jamaican Beige, rear left, 07-04-2026 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1979 Jeep Wagoneer white NCin by CZmarlin — Christopher Ziemnowicz, releases all rights but a photo credit would be appreciated if this image is used ..., Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1983 Jeep Wagoneer Base is a 175-hp 5.9-liter V8 wagon with a 4-speed manual and four-wheel drive. It starts at $13,791 MSRP.
It makes 175 horsepower.
The Wagoneer 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 |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $13,791 ($45,001 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | V8 |
| Displacement | 5.9 L |
| Horsepower | 175 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 1983 Jeep Wagoneer 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
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1983 Jeep WAGONEER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Aug 27, 2007 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
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. THE FUEL PUMP DIAPHRAGM IN CERTAIN PRODUCTION RUNS MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY INSTALLED OR INADEQUATELY TESTED WHICH MAY CAUSE THE FUEL PUMP TO LEAK.
Consequence: A LEAKING FUEL PUMP COULD CREATE A VEHICLE FIRE HAZARD.
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.
NHTSA campaign 07E064000
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
2 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1983 Jeep WAGONEER
Owner Complaints
2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1983 Jeep WAGONEER. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Wheels | 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 1983 JEEP WAGONEER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.