1997 Jeep Cherokee steering problems

Filed Aug 25, 2014 · Steering · 108,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 jeep cherokee. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle failed to respond when the steering wheel was turned. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The tires were replaced and the front end was aligned, but the failure recurred. The dealer stated that the intermediate steering shaft might need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 108,000.

Filed Jan 12, 2005 · Steering · NC

"the federal safety agency recall campaign 97v069000." daimler chrysler issued a steering gear recall. This vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN although bolts sheared off, causing the driver to lose steering of the vehicle.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Engine, Fuel system · 74,000 miles · NC

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.

Filed Jun 26, 2002 · Steering · WI

Steering column locked up while traveling on highway, also steering lock broke off. Dealership is aware of problem. *ak.

Filed Jun 29, 2001 · Steering · NY · 1 injury

Due to steering wheel and dashboard being too low, consumer has suffered leg injuries. Consumer has contacted dealer. Please provide any further details.

Filed Apr 19, 2001 · Steering · CA

While driving about 5 MPH and turning steering wheel heard a popping noise. Then, when parked found a broken bolt that had fallen from steering box. *ak dealer installed new gear box, bolts and added fluid.

Filed Jan 17, 2000 · Steering · GA

Whenever I attempted to make a left or right turn there is popping noise. Also, sometines when I make a sharp turn to the right the turn does not seem to be complete (sharp enough).

Filed Mar 3, 1999 · Body, Brakes · TX · crash

No summary( dot number: tire size: 235/75/15 )

Filed Jan 13, 1999 · Steering · CA

The bolt in the steering column keeps coming loose, causing the steering wheel to shake very badly while driving. Vehicle has been to the dealer and tightend up 5 times, and the whole column has been replaced once.

Filed Jun 30, 1998 · Airbags, Brakes · MD · crash

When brakes are applied they would vibrate. Power steering belt not working properly. Took to dealer & mechanic repaired brakes & steering belt. Was going upan incline & applied brakes lightly. Vehicle pulled to left. Emergency brake failed. Hit phone pole. Air bags did not deploy. Taken vehicle back to dealer.