Car stalls unexpectedly. This seems to occur most often when making a left turn and when the gas tank is at 1/2 tank of gas or less. Ongoing problem for years.
1997 Jeep Cherokee fuel system complaints
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Tl*the contact owns a 1997 jeep cherokee. The vehicle hesitates to start when the contact turns the ignition. There is minimal fuel pressure when the vehicle starts. While driving 65 MPH, with a half tank of gas, the vehicle hesitated as if it were out of fuel. The vehicle continued to hesitate while driving between 25 to 65 MPH or greater. The mechanic diagnosed the cause of failure as the fuel system, gasoline delivery: fuel pump. The contact has been unable to drive the vehicle for two months. The current and failure mileages were 119,000.
Fuel gauge reads incorrectly. The gauge light comes on and off when the fuel level is anywhere below 1/2 tank. Not sure how much gas is in the vehicle unless it is topped off. There was a recall 97v194000 for the fuel sending units, however this vehicle was not included due to VIN.
Plastic gas tank warped where fuel level sending unit is located on top of tank. Car was parked in garage overnight after a fill up. Next morning gasoline was noted on floor of garage which could have resulted in fire. Dealer stated tank warped in heat of d.c. Weather. Replacement cost was $800. I wonder if other similar eight-year old jeep products will begin to show this failure, which could be the beginning of a dangerous situation for unsuspecting owners of jeep vehicles with plastic gas tanks. Gas tanks aren't supposed to fail after only eight years of use.
Fuel gauge reads incorrectly. The consumer is concerned vehicle will shut off while driving because of inaccuracy. A recall 97v194000 was issued for the fuel sending units, however this vehicle was not included due to VIN.
The federal safety agency recall 97v194000 subject/fuel level sending unit. After having the fuel level sending unit replaced oil was leaking from the fuel tank. Vehicle was taken back to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic could not duplicate the problem.
When the vehicle was fueled the needle registered at a half a tank of fuel but the vehicle would suddenly stop running. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The dealer informed the consumer that the problem was with the fuel sending unit sending false readings to the gas gauge.
Radiator & various AC parts needed replacement. Steering gave out in 2002. A screw went through an engine part. Recently, a joint connecting the axel to the steering mechanism had to be replaced. Fuel pump failed. Incredibly, it is inside the gas tank. I have since learned that jeep gas tanks corrode on the inside, thus clogging the fuel pump. This is a very expensive repair because of the labor. There is still the possibility that this new fuel pump may also fail, because the gas tank was not replaced and the problem still exists. I\\\\\\'ve heard numerous similar complaints regarding the fuel system from other jeep owners. There should have been a recall.
Fuel tank indicator is giving false readings. *ak the vehicle appeared to be stalling, it was refueled and was given no diagnosis at the gas station. The vehicle stopped responding to the pressing of the gas pedal for an unknown reason, the vehicle was refueled but was still given no diagnosis. The vehicle stopped again without warning in the middle of the street, obtained emergency fuel, then it was obvious that there was a fuel problem. (the fuel level registered wrong) the 20 gallon gas tank gets 15 to 18 mpg. The fuel level registers 7/8 tank after driving 100 miles currently. Both the manufacturer and the dealer refused to pay for repair and denied the recall #97v194000 . *sc
While driving, the fuel gauge indicated the incorrect amount of fuel. As a result the vehicle ran out of gas without warning. The dealership was notified but did not resolve the problem.
Engine stalls at 70 MPH, stop car restart, stalls again. With fuel tank reading 1/2 or below,filled up only held 10 gals. Ok until it gets below 1/2 tank. Keep above 1/2 tank no problems.
Having trouble with starting the car due to when car is parked on an incline the car is not getting enough gas. When driving it also feels as if the car is not getting enough gas even when the tank is full. Just found someone that will change the fuel filter and check the fuel pump. Every other place has denied doing the job due to the fuel filter and fuel pump is on top of the gas tank.
I read about the recall of the fuel sensor failing on your site. I called chrysler and was told that it was not for my vehicle. I have a 1997 jeep cherokee and I have this same problem. It has been acting up for the last 4 years. I have ran out of gas 3 times on the interstate alone and have had to call a garage to bring me gas. I do not understand that if they know that there is a problem that they do not fix it. Do I have any other recourse?
Consumer received a recall letter 97v194000 concerning the fuel level, but dealer did not recognize the letter. *ak the fuel was not reliable. The dealer admitted that there was a recall, but said that the consumer's vehicle wasn't included. *scc
Consumer states that fuel gauge is not working correctly.
About 6 months after the consumer purchased the vehicle it stalled and failed to restart. Consumer pushed vehicle to the nearest gas station and filled the gas tank and the vehicle started. The gas guage read 1/3. Consumer stated there was a recall on the fuel sending unit but, the vehicle identification number was not included. *ak *ts
Engine stalls when fuel level is 1/2 to 1/4 full, especially so when making turns. There are dozens and dozens of other jeep cherokee owners whom I have spoke to that also have this problem. Just visit any of the jeep owners internet message boards such as jeepforum.com, jeepsunlimited.com, or jeepin.com and do a search. You will find a suprizing number of results.
The fuel gauge reads out false signal if the vehicle has a half of tank or 3/4 of tank, while turning left vehicle will lose power.
The sending unit gave false readings. When the gas gauge showed 1/2 a tank of gas there was either more or less than indicated.
The fuel gauge read inaccurately.
The fuel gauge did not work correctly.
97 v 194 000/fuel level sending unit: the vehicle was no longer operative because the fuel sending unit failed, there was a recall regarding the issue, however consumer was informed the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall.
97 v 194 000/fuel level sending unit: the vehicle was no longer operative, because the fuel sending unit failed, there was a recall regarding the issue, however consumer was informed the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall.
The consumer receive a recall for the floor shifter jan 2002. The mechanic went into her fuel line causing the vehicle to start prematurely. Please furnish additional information dealer is aware of the problem.
After recall repairs 97v194002 on fuel tank sending unit has been performed consumer was still having the same problems. Ts.
Consumer states while driving and with no warning the fuel indicator will read the wrong reading and the consumer will think there is more gas in the vehicle. Dealer notified ts. Consumer was informed there was a recall, however vehicle did not apply.
While making a left turn traveling 10 MPH and without any indication vehicle would stall. Dealer has been contacted, and noticed fuel sensor needed to be replaced. Make/ model and year had a recall on this problem. Please provide furthr information.ak
Fuel-sending unit will read that consumer has gas, however the vehicle does not really have any, and will run out of gas while driving. Dealer notified.*ak
Fuel sending unit will read that the consumer has gas, but the consumer does not, and will run out of gas while driving. Dealer notified. *ak the consumer had ran out of gas during rush hour-going 35mph. The gas gauge still shows 1/2 of tank. (the consumer has to watch the mileage in order to determine when he needs gas, and is concerned of grandson being injured) the manufacturer is aware. Scc
This vehicle has the same problem with the fuel sender unit as stated in recall 97 v 194 002. However, this vehicle was not covered under recall because it was manufactured 13 days after recall manufacturing date. *ak consumer adds vehicle ran out of gas twice while on the highway and had to be towed.
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