Vehicle was running and without warning it popped out of park into reverse and started surging. Consumer jumped out of the way before the vehicle hit an airplane on the field. The consumer stated that vehicle was parked in the grass on flat land. The consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection.

- Clark Fork, ID, USA

The automatic transimission has been a problem since the car was bought brand new in November of 1999. First is the experience of, on occasion the car not starting while in park. The first time it happened I called Chrysler road side assistance, and they informed me just to put it in nuetral whenever that happened and it would start ok. I have had to do that very often. I assumed it was not a big deal. I have never been able to engage the lo 4 wheel drive mechanism, but have not had the need for it, hence never bothered to complain about it. This year the transmission has disengaged at various speeds between each gear. It is a consistent problem, and have taken car to mechanic, had lines checked, transmission fluid changes, etc., but still hasn't resolved the problem. I am afraid that in a crisis situation, I will hit the gas, and the car will fail to accelerate, or will lunge as a result of the engine reving so hi before the transmission re-engages. This is a serious problem. The car has all highway miles and has never been in an accident. I am scared to drive this car because it might result in an injury.

- Weston, FL, USA

I have contacted the manufacturer and several other Jeep Wrangler owners. Every owner I have contacted (30+) has experienced the exact same problem. The manufacturer is aware of the problem, but has not issued any advice or recall information. The transmission drops out of 5th gear, grinds in second, won't go into second when cold, and has all three problems in reverse. I have nearly been in several accidents due to the problem. Please help.

- Fairfax, VA, USA

When driving vehicle in 4th gear or 5th gear it jumps out of gear into neutral. Dealer has no solution.

- Auburn, NY, USA

When vehicle is in reverse gears grind and do not engage, cause unknown.

- Maimi Beach, FL, USA

Transmission disengages when going up steep hills letting vehicle roll backwards out of control. Transmission runs out of oil on steep incline.

- Las Cruces, NM, USA