Dear sirs, I have discovered a very dangerous electrical hazard that is occurring on all the 1990's jeep cherokee se models. On the 4.0 liter 242 cubic inch models, the dashboard switch that controls the airflow after only a few years of use shorts out melting and causing a severe danger problem. When this brown plug melts it also shorts out the 30 amp fuse that is connected to this area. After investigating several of these same models it is a dangerous design fault that needs to be addressed. Can you please take some corrective action before someone gets injured or killed from this? The next email will show an example of two different 1990's jeep cherokee's with several pics and both vehicle's v.I.n.# information. My 1995 jeep was purchased brand new by my late father and after 23 years of use it only has 113k original miles on it. This jeep remains a strong garage kept o.e.m. Matching numbers #3 car not a #1 concours. I am afraid if I use the switch sooner or later it will catch on fire as a result of this flaw design. I have every maintenance receipt including the original sales sticker and all documents from its birth in 1995. The vehicle since birth has had zero modifications done to it and has been kept in it's original condition just as it rolled off the assembly line in 1995. On june 10, 2018 at 9.15 pm e.s.t. I spoke to a customer care jeep rep at 877‑426‑5337 who did issue a case # for this of 345-103-88. She did advise it will be sent up thru the company's chain of communication. I am hoping jeep USA will take note of this and follow up as I do not want to loose my jeep that is and has been a keepsake sacred family heirloom that must be passed on. I can only hope and pray that nobody else has already had serious injury or death as a result of this design flaw.
1995 Jeep Cherokee: fire, smoke or burning smell
6 of the 607 complaints about the 1995 Jeep Cherokee describe fire, smoke or burning smell.
- owner complaints
- 6
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- recalls
- 1
Fire, smoke or burning smell by model year
What owners say
Ignition switch was faulty and caused vehicle to catch on fire. Dealer stated daimler chrysler had an open investigation #11700403.
While traveling on highway vehicle started jerking and vibrating, there was white smoke coming from underneath the vehicle.
Noticed smoke coming from steering column while driving 45mph. Parked vehicle at home & checked next day & noticed steering column had melted. Took to dealer & informed did not know what caused problem & will inform driver when they know.
Backed out of driveway & started up street; noticed smoke from dashboard; stopped vehicle & flames shot from glove compartment. Vehicle engulfed in flames. Fire dept. Arrived & put flames out. Chrysler & insurance co. Investigators arrived, but could not determine fire location. Had 2 hot spots on hood.
The vehicle was driven and then parked for ten minutes when it went up into flames from under the hood. Please describe.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Subject regarding airbag / clock spring service for various models including 2002 model year jeep liberty
- Subject regarding wire splice repairs
- This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts
- INFORMATION REGARDING the federal safety agency AUTHORIZED AIRBAG DEACTIVATION FOR MEDICAL NECESSITY. NLM
- 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 1995 Jeep Cherokee fire or smoke
Is fire, smoke or burning smell a common problem on the 1995 Jeep Cherokee?
6 of 607 owner complaints about the 1995 Jeep Cherokee (1%) 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 1995 Jeep Cherokee?
There is 1 recall and 6 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1995 Jeep Cherokee
Sudden acceleration 21No deployment 20Brake failure 14Stalling 11Seat belt 8Headlights 7Engine failure 5Jerking 5Premature wear 5
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