While driving to work at 4:30 am headlights went out, then came back on, several times, this is the second time we have had this issue, we replaced the headlight switch about three months ago, and it appeared to rectify the problem now it has occurred again. Called the dealership in my area, and they are aware of no recalls for this problem, but after conducting a web search, I see that this is a common problem, hopefully no one will be injured before this defect causes an accident.
1996 Jeep Cherokee: headlights failing or too dim
5 of the 446 complaints about the 1996 Jeep Cherokee describe headlights failing or too dim.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 1 service bulletin for this area of the car. See below
Headlights failing or too dim by model year
What owners say
When adjusting head lights from high to low beams, and when the dimmer is adjusted, headlights become inoperative, causing poor driver visibility. Consumer has contacted the dealer.
The headlight shines unsteadily and experiencing flickering, as stated in service bulletin (#08-26-96 rev.a). Yh
When vehicle gets warm the headlights will begin to turn on and off, resulting in loss of visiblity. Dealer will replace headlight switch, part on backorder.
Headlights switch inoperative.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Exterior lighting: brake lights
- What is wrong
- U.s. Drive right is recalling certain model year 1994-1996 jeep cherokee vehicles imported from january 2007, through april 2011 for failing to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment," for the high mount brake lamp assembly. The vehicles are not equipped with the required third brake lamp.
- Risk
- Inadequate lighting could reduce visibility of vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- U.s. Drive right will notify owners and mail kits along with instructions to have the vehicle repaired by a qualified mechanic of their choice, free of charge. The safety recall began on september 12, 2011. Owners may contact u.s. Drive right at 1‑888‑632‑5936.
Recall number 11V279000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1996 Jeep Cherokee headlights
Is headlights failing or too dim a common problem on the 1996 Jeep Cherokee?
5 of 446 owner complaints about the 1996 Jeep Cherokee (1%) mention headlights failing or too dim. The model year with the most reports is 2015.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1996 Jeep Cherokee?
There is 1 recall and 1 service bulletin for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1996 Jeep Cherokee
Stalling 14No deployment 13Fire or smoke 13Fuel pump 13Grinding brakes 9Brake failure 8Loss of power 7Power steering loss 7Pulling 7Water leak 6ABS 5Check engine light 5Overheating 5Tire blowout 5
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