Tl* the contact owns a 1993 jeep cherokee. The contact stated that after refueling, gasoline leaked from the fuel tank. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 193,000.
1993 Jeep Cherokee fuel system problems
10 complaints (2% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Storage: tank assembly4
- Fuel injection system: injectors1
At what mileage
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Jeep Cherokee fuel system problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1993 Jeep Cherokee fuel system
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Related investigations
Crash Related Fuel Tank Fires
ODI has completed an extensive analysis of rear crash fuel tank system integrity data for the subject Jeep Cherokee, Grand Cherokee and Liberty vehicles (SVs).As of June 2013, ODI knew of 56 post-collision fatal fires, 28 non-fatal fires, and 6 fuel leak incidents (totaling 90 incidents, 75 fatalities and 58 injuries) involving the SVs.Based on this analysis, ODI issued a Recall Request Letter (RRL) on June 3, 2013 requesting that Chrysler recall the Grand Cherokee and Liberty vehicles due to the rate of fatal, non-fatal fire, and fuel leak incidents when compared to peer vehicles (compact and medium SUVs) built during the same time period.In the RRL, ODI described how the location of the aft-mounted fuel tank made the SVs vulnerable to rear impact crash fuel tank failures.During the analysis, besides the high speed/high severity crashes present in both the SV and peer vehicles, ODI observed a significant number of low and moderate speed rear impact crash related fires and leaks, particularly in the Liberty.The data also demonstrated that SVs originally equipped with towing hitch receivers (trailer hitches) appeared to be under-represented in rear-impact related fuel tank failures.In the RRL, ODI requested that Chrysler provide its response by June 18, 2013, otherwise the federal safety agency might proceed to an Initial Decision that the SVs contain a safety-related defect.Chrysler responded to the RRL on June 4, 2013 and vigorously disputed the tentative findings of the RRL.Among other things, Chrysler argued that the SVs had an overall safety record superior to their peers, met or exceeded all applicable federal motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS) and only experienced fires in severe high energy rear impacts.Nonetheless, while continuing to maintain that the SVs did not contain a safety-related defect, Chrysler proposed a recall (13V‑252) of approximately 2.5M (1.6M currently registered) model year (MY) 1993 - 1998 Grand Cherokee (ZJ) and MY 2002-2007 Liberty (KJ) vehicles on June 18, 2013.The recall remedy submitted by Chrysler would employ a hitch receiver assembly consisting of a steel cross-member behind the fuel tank with forward-projecting arms bolted to the frame rails on either side of the fuel tank.For the MY 1999 - 2004 Grand Cherokee, Chrysler indicated it would conduct a customer satisfaction campaign and inspect vehicles equipped with aftermarket tow hitch receivers, and if necessary, replace any such hitch receivers whose conditionmay increase the risk of fuel system failure in rear crashes.Examination of the available data established that the MY 1999 - 2004 Grand Cherokee did not pose the same magnitude of safety risk as the MY 1993 - 1998 Grand Cherokee and MY 2002-2007 Liberty, particularly in low and moderate speed rear impacts.Because the agency has concluded that the vehicles do not present an unreasonable risk to safety, ODI is closing its investigation of the MY 1999 - 2004 Grand Cherokee.Although it was not within the scope of the Petition initiating this investigation or the Preliminary Evaluation preceding this EA, ODI also examined the performance of the MY 1993 - 2001 Cherokee as part of this investigation.the federal safety agency's assessment of the available data for the Cherokee did not establish an unreasonable risk in comparison to peer vehicles.ODI does not approve proposed defect remedies.While offering to install hitch receiver assemblies on the MY 1993-1998 Grand Cherokees and 2002-2007 Liberty, Chrysler did not, in ODI's view, provide enough evidence demonstrating the effectiveness of the proposed remedy in rear impacts.The Complete Summary for this Closing Resume (EA12-005) can be seen by
EA12005
What 1993 Jeep Cherokee owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 1993 jeep cherokee sport. The contact stated that there was an overpowering odor of gasoline fuel from the exterior of the vehicle. The smell was most distinct when refueling the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the mechanic was unable to locate the failure. The failure persisted intermittently for approximately seventeen years and the vehicle was taken to several independent mechanics yet the failure was never duplicated. On one occasion, an independent mechanic discovered the fuel filter saturated with gasoline and the filter was replaced. The failure persisted and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown the current mileage was 146,000. Updated 01/04/11*lj updated 01/10/11.
1993 jeep cherokee 4x4 4.0 in-line 6. Jeep stalls at 1/4 tank of gas while at idle. Jeep bucks on highway at 1/4 tank of gas, continues to run. This problem just started. Jeep stalls at 1/4 tank of gas while making left hand turns, this problem has been constant since owned for two years. Tune-up done, fuel filter replaced. Researched left hand turn stalls seem to be consistent with other jeep owners complaints, suspect faulty fuel tank.
Gas indicator failed to operate properly. *ak doors would not close properly because door sheet metal welds broke. Seat belts were not long enough for full size adults.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
I began to smell gasoline approxmately 2 months ago. I took my jeep to jim cogdill dodge. They could not locate the caus. After two trips there, they suggested that I take it to a jeep dealer. Since I had purchased the vehicle at delmar haynes, I took it back to them. I have had the vehicle there four times now. The first visit, they made replacments to parts that cogdill felt were not necessary from there investigation earlier. I made the second trip. They looked at it for over 2 hours and could not find the problem. I had to have my vehicle for transportation. I left and decided to return back the next day. I asked them to cold start and see if they could see the problem that I had been describing. They found a fuel injector bad. That was replaced at a cost of 88.00, plus 60.00 for the rental car for two days. The parts had to be shipped in from atlanta. I drove the jeep and smelled odors but was advised that that would occur due to the maintaince that was performed. After a couple of days I began to smell the gasoline again. I put up with it for a week, and decided that I did not want my vehicle to catch on fire and cause loss of home and possibly body loss as well. I returned my jeep to delmar haynes on 1-12-00. I asked them to cold start it again and see if they could see the trouble. Gut feeling on my part was the fuel injectors would all have to be replaced. Bingo!! I got the called earlier today and that th the need f repair. At a cost of $88.00 per, you can see that I have paid quite a bit of money for the repair that has not been taken place on the earlier visits. I like my jeep. It is paid for and I do not want to have to go to the large expense of purchasing a new vehicle. I would appreciate any help or information that you can provide me in order to get the vehicle in safe running condition. Delmar haynes has the vehicle at the present time. I have a loaner to drive andwas assured there would be no cost for labor or the car.
The o'ring that seals the fuel sending unit on the tank assembly was installed incorrectly at the factory. When fuel tank is filled with gasoline it can drip once the level is over the sending unit which is situated on the front vertical edge of tank assembly. May cause fire.
Plastic fuel tank leaks at plastic weld of rollover valve.
While parked after (6) hours, vehicle caught fire. Tt
Have noticed a gas tank leak since 1993. Tt
Questions about the 1993 Jeep Cherokee fuel system
Does the 1993 Jeep Cherokee have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 10 complaints about the fuel system of the 1993 Jeep Cherokee, 2% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1993 Jeep Cherokee fuel system problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1993 Jeep Cherokee fuel system?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Jeep Cherokee have the most fuel system problems?
The Jeep Cherokee model years with the most fuel system complaints are 2014 (200 complaints), 1997 (141 complaints) and 1998 (61 complaints).
Other 1993 Jeep Cherokee problems
Brakes 130Body 98Transmission 44Acceleration 36Electrical 35Engine 33Steering 18Seat belts 17Visibility 15Suspension 13Tires 11Airbags 9Seats 9Locks 7Lights 4Driver assistance 1Wheels 1
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