10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #4

Feb 251998

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
Steering column failed causing noise. Mjs

- Big Stone, VA, USA

problem #3

Mar 061998

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Steering wheel off center causing vehicle to pull.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

problem #2

Sep 221997

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Exhaust pipe bent & rubbed against the plastic gas tank which caused a hole that allowed a leak. Took to dealer & was informed owner needs metal piece between tank & exhaust. Manufacturer not taking responsibility of financial replacement. Consumer was never made aware of the skip plate option, requesting reimbursment. Transmission has a pause when upshifting from 2 to 3, when in 4WD, the left wheel grinds when turning. The right front power lock made a grinding noise when power door locks were actuated, dealer installed new door latch assembly. Steering wheel was not centered, causing vehicle to drift to the left while driving.

- Scottsdale, AZ, USA

problem #1

Jun 011997

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • miles
While turning corner at low speed an additional key on the key ring became wedged in a hole on rear of steering wheel spoke, it pulled key ring such tha tit would take great effort to turn steering wheel. When wheel turned, it caused loss of power.

- Port Washington, NY, USA