For at least a year now they have been trying to have you recall jeep grand cherokees years 1993-2004. They say there have been at least 64 deaths due to this defect. Just yesterday, a family of 4 was out on a drive when they were rearended. The jeep burst into flames. The papers and news channels say the gas tank was in the wrong place and it just couldn't be stopped. The entire family, two children, ages 4 and 11, and the parents were killed in this accident. I myself drive a 2004 jeep grand cherokee and have had it checked out and my gas tank is in the back of the rear axle and not in front of it. I have 2 children, ages 7 and 12. Please look into this matter and correct it as soon as possible. This is taking more and more lives and it doesn't have to be this way. Recall the jeeps and make chrysler fix there mess up.
1994 Jeep Cherokee: fire, smoke or burning smell
12 of the 519 complaints about the 1994 Jeep Cherokee describe fire, smoke or burning smell.
- owner complaints
- 12
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- recalls
- 1
Fire, smoke or burning smell by model year
What owners say
1994 jeep grand cherokee caught on fire due to small spare tire. **cc the consumer had a flat tire and changed it with the factory spare provided. About 10-15 miles down the road the consumer heard a pop and thought he had another flat. He exited the vehicle and saw smoke and flames coming out of the differential case. The consumer ran a safe distance and watch the vehicle burn because there was nothing he could do. The fire department arrived shortly after and extinguished the flames. The fire was caused by the factory spare which was too small (t-155/90 d16 26", with 28.8 tires on it). The consumer requested full retail value of the truck from the manufacturer.
While driving on expressway a child smelled gas. Smoke started coming from under neath dashboard, and then flames, jeep bursted into flames before consumer could actually pull over. Driver's leg was burned while trying to exit, also another driver noticed flames from under jeep.*ak
When starting up vehicle wires in the dashboard caught on fire, and consumer had to evaluate the vehicle. Cause unknown.
While traveling the consumer notice smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle and found that the vehicle had caught on fire under rear driver side tire. The fire was started from the 4 wheel drive gear transfer case. Ohio traffic crash report (10-90-118)
When turning the corner at 25 MPH consumer lost control and hit a tree on the drivers side. Consumer backed up and started driving when vehicle started to smoke. Consumer got out and vehicle caught fire. It was a total loss. Consumer feels this was very unsafe.
This is my wife's car. Switch assembly actually caught fire. Talked to several jeep technicians-this is a regular occurrence. Confirmed with auto salvage yards that this part is regularly purchased as replacement for melted connectors. Jeep technicians confirm this is the same part on all 1987-1996 jeep cherokees. I have in my possession 2 connectors showing fire/melting damage. This is serious enough that I think you should look into it.
I beleive this is a seriuse problem with this jeep as it will catch on fire. The floor bords are out of it and it seem no one wants to do anything about it and the vechiual is only 5 years old.
Vehicle parked. Power adjusting seat did not work. Had new electrical breaker put in. Started to smell smoke which billowed very heavy (gray/black). Flames came from under seat. Reached under seat & pulled wires out.
The rear differential was leaking oil. Smelled smoke & pulled over. Got out of vehicle & checked. Noticed flames near rear. Moved away & it was engulfed in flames. Insurance inspector is looking at it. Fire department assumed it was in rear differential.
Power steering hose pulled away and caused an engine fire. *ak consumer was in the parking lock when she noticed smoke coming from under the hood, when consumer opened the hood, fire was shooting up from two spots on the side of the engine, consumer managed to put out fire, vehicle was towed to the dealer and the steering hose had to be replaced.
When pulling into drive way noticed steam coming from engine, popped hood found engine compartment on fire, fire dept. Suspect electrical short. Tt
Service bulletins that may apply
- Subject regarding wire splice repairs
- This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts
- Bulletin applies to vehicles equipped w/ 2.5L, 4.0L or 5.2L engine built to 4-1-94 (mdh 4-1-XX)
- PCM not properly disengaging a/c clutch via the relay also the PCM may not energize the a/c clutch relay
Related recalls
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
- What is wrong
- U.s. Drive right is recalling 107 my 1994-1998 right hand drive, 4-wheel drive jeep cherokee vehicles. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 101, 'controls and displays;' no. 108, 'lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment;' no. 111, 'rearview mirror;' no. 114, 'theft protection;' no. 115, 'vehicle identification number;' no. 118, 'power window system;' no. 120, 'tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars;' no. 208, 'occupant crash protection;' and no. 301, 'fuel system integrity.'
- Risk
- These vehicles do not meet the required standards.
- Remedy
- U.s. Drive right will make all the required modifications. A representative will travel to the customer's location and make the modifications on site. The recall will be performed on a regional basis beginning march 2008. Owners may contact u.s. Drive right at 1‑888‑632‑5936.
Recall number 08V056000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1994 Jeep Cherokee fire or smoke
Is fire, smoke or burning smell a common problem on the 1994 Jeep Cherokee?
12 of 519 owner complaints about the 1994 Jeep Cherokee (2%) mention fire, smoke or burning smell. The model year with the most reports is 2015.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1994 Jeep Cherokee?
There is 1 recall and 4 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1994 Jeep Cherokee
Seat belt 19Stalling 14Sudden acceleration 13Brake failure 12No deployment 8ABS 6Jerking 6Overheating 5
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