10.0

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

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problem #3

Nov 272000

(reported on)

Wrangler 4WD

  • miles
Sway bar link balljoints popped out on boths sides making the Jeep unstable in turns. The are like this on 9 out of 10 Jeep I have inspected with low mileage.

- Portersville, PA, USA

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problem #2

Apr 021999

Wrangler 4WD

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Front torsion bar is flimsy and undersized, became stressed under normal operating conditions (no offroading) and gave way. Turning, maneuvering in traffic very dangerous as side-to-side swaying became excessive.

- Mt. Horeb, WI, USA

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problem #1

Jun 011999

Wrangler

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While driving at 45 mph and without prior warning front sway bar broke, and the front wheels felt like they were falling off.

- Rockland, MA, USA

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