Was shifting into reverse when vehicle suddenly accelerated backwards. Had foot on brakes at time & not able to stop. Before acceleration , a loud roaring (like revving) sound heard. Had hit brick wall. Taken vehicle to dealer to check out.
1997 Jeep Cherokee acceleration complaints
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Crankshaft failed.
Vehicle will begin to surge when shifting into 1st and 2nd gear, causing the vehicle to move forward without warning, dealer has replaced throttle cable but defect is still occurring, cannot determine problem.
While driving at 15 MPH the vehicle jerked forward and sped up, causing the vehicle to roll over, and braking system did not work. This happen twice.
While traveling at 33mph, vehicle suddenly accelerated, spun out of control and rolled over twice before being stopped by some small evergreen tree.
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