1997 Jeep Cherokee locks problems

11 complaints (3% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.

owner complaints: 11
of this car's complaints: 3%
crashes: 1
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Hood: latch
7
Doors: latch
3
Trunk lid: lock
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

25k-50k

50k-75k

75k-100k

100k-125k

125k-150k

150k-175k

175k-200k

200k+

Jeep Cherokee locks problems in other years

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1997 Jeep Cherokee owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 3, 2008 · Locks · OH · crash

1997 jeep cherokee hood unlatched and flipped up striking the windshield. Consumer hit the median barrier because he could not see. *kb ohio traffic crash report #10-90-0800.

Filed Apr 20, 2004 · Locks · IL

While driving 55 MPH hood unexpectedly detached from the vehicle. Consumer was able to maintain control the vehicle, and pulled over. Vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that hood needed to be replaced due to corrosion.

Filed Nov 20, 2002 · Locks · TX

Consumer states that the hatchback door will not open. Dealer notified repaired and replaced. Ts

Filed Oct 30, 2002 · Locks · 53,800 miles · NY

While driving the hood unloads obstructing the drivers view and damaging the vehicles hood. *ts

Filed Aug 23, 2001 · Locks · OH

Hood became unattached from the vehicle while driving. Cable must have snapped. Vision was blocked by hood. Consumer feels this is very dangerous because driver can't see where to go.

Filed Oct 6, 2000 · Locks · MA

Metal around driver's door latch has ripped away, leaving latch sitting with no support. Dealer has been contacted.

Filed Jul 31, 2000 · Locks · IL

While driving about 65 MPH hood popped open, which could have caused a crash. Jeep has been towed to dealership for repairs. Please provide any further information.

Filed Jun 19, 2000 · Locks · NY

While driving at approximately 50 MPH hood opened up w/o warning. Hood was not tampered with, and opened unexpectedly through both safety latches. Defect affected consumer's visibility on the highway, which almost LED to an accident. Vehicle taken to dealer for repairs, they said that owner did not lube the latches, therefore the dealer/chrysler is not at fault. *ak

Filed Nov 6, 1998 · Locks · CT

The consumer has been experiencing problems with their trunk latch. While driving down the highway, the trunk flew open and their dog almost flew out. The trunk latch was discovered broken. The manufacturer has yet to be contacted.

Filed Aug 17, 1998 · Body, Locks · PA

When unlocking the door with the key the door will unlock with the key turning to the unlocked position. But when lifting the handle, the door will not open. Repaired once and dealer cannot duplicate the problem.

Questions about the 1997 Jeep Cherokee locks

Does the 1997 Jeep Cherokee have locks problems?

Owners have filed 11 complaints about the locks of the 1997 Jeep Cherokee, 3% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1997 Jeep Cherokee locks problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1997 Jeep Cherokee locks?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Jeep Cherokee have the most locks problems?

The Jeep Cherokee model years with the most locks complaints are 1997 (11 complaints), 1999 (10 complaints) and 2000 (10 complaints).