1999 Jeep Cherokee: engine stalls while driving

17 of the 366 complaints about the 1999 Jeep Cherokee describe engine stalls while driving.

owner complaints: 17
of this car's complaints: 5%
typical mileage: 80,360
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 13 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Engine stalls while driving by model year

2026
1
2022
4
2021
12
2020
18
2019
304
2018
83
2017
109
2016
148
2015
136
2014
358
2006
2
2001
7
2000
4
1999
17
1998
13
1997
30
1996
14
1995
11
1994
14
1993
8
1992
1
1990
4

What owners say

Filed Jun 18, 2018 · 200,000 miles · PA

Vehicle shuts off while driving intermittently in all types of driving and at different speeds

Filed Jan 9, 2013 · Engine · 207,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 jeep grand cherokee limited. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact also stated that the check engine warning light illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing where the contact was informed that the cam position sensor needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the failure recurred and was taken to the mechanic several times. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 207,000. The VIN number was not available. Updated 01/31/13

Filed Aug 23, 2012 · Engine · OH

Without any warning my car stalls. Today it stalled in the middle of an intersection so I put my hazards on and still almost got hit also it took a good ten mins for my car to start back up nothing seem wrong with any of the parts everything was checked and it still stalls.

Filed Oct 13, 2009 · 130,000 miles · OH

My 1999 jeep cherokee sport 4dr automatic has stalled while driving 6 times in the last few months. Most times in heavy traffic, with one time while I was on a highway on ramp. Usually it restarts after a period of 2 minutes to 12 hours. I did have to have it towed once as it would not restart. I have had it into the repair shop 3 times and the computer scan continually shows no problems. My mechanic replaced the ignition control module at my insistence even though he wasn't sure that was the problem. It wasn't, as it happened again a few days ago in the middle of the night. I had no cell phone and had to walk 4 miles to get home. After research online I see it is a problem with many years, makes and models of jeeps and yet no solution can be found anywhere. I called jeep customer service and they said they can't do anything for me unless I take it to a jeep dealer, which I can't afford. Obviously there is an issue and I was hoping to find an answer with your help.

Filed Aug 13, 2008 · Electrical, Visibility · 65,000 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 jeep cherokee. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle would suddenly stall without warning. The contact would have to pull to the side of the road. The vehicle would occasionally restart. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic and dealer. The vehicle has been repaired numerous times by local mechanics, but the failure stills persists. The contact noticed that the failure was identical to the one mentioned in the federal safety agency campaign id number 08v059000 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer). The failure mileage was 65,000 and current mileage was 80,000.update 09/10/08 *cw updated 09/15/08.

Filed Dec 12, 2007 · Engine, Fuel system · 79,000 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 jeep cherokee. While driving 45 MPH, the vehicle began to stall. After a few minutes, the vehicle completely shut off without warning. The vehicle was taken to the shop for a diagnosis and the mechanic believed the cause of failure to be the fuel pump. The coil pack was previously replaced. The manufacturer advised the contact to take the vehicle to the dealer for a diagnosis. He was informed of a recall for the intake manifold. The recall number was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 79,000.

Filed Feb 9, 2004 · Fuel system · 60,000 miles · TX

Consumer complained about a fuel pump problem. It caused the vehicle to stall at different speeds. Driver had to wait 5 or 6 minutes before vehicle would start up again. The fuel pump was changed 3 times.

Filed Oct 7, 2003 · Airbags · 20,000 miles · FL · crash · 1 injury

Air bag sensor relocated after recall to top of transmission housing. Airbag did not deploy after a 40 MPH frontal crash. Recall also changed position of wire harness causing short circuit. That resulted in failure of 4 PCM 's and stalling of the vehicle while driving.

Filed May 1, 2003 · Engine · AZ

While driving the vehicle stall and would not restart.

Filed Dec 3, 2002 · Electrical, Engine · 80,360 miles · MD

The vehicle stalled and shut down without prior warning. Dealer was aware of the problem. Ts gear shift selector light was inoperative. Transmission shifted hard and slipped on acceleration. Found wrong fluid in transmission. Ignition cylinder loose. Dealer advised this was normal. Transmission banged when put in reverse.

Filed Sep 17, 2002 · Fuel system, Transmission · KY

Transfer case failed, causing vehicle to stall while driving. Vehicle checked by dealer, who replaced front differential bearings, and o-rings in fuel pump. Also, vehicle makes loud "roaring" noises, and is very difficult to control while driving.

Filed Jan 17, 2002 · Engine · MI

Engine light came on and the vehicle stalled, vehicle was towed to dealer. *ak while the consumer was driving on highway the engine light came on and the consumer exited the highway and parked the vehicle, but was unable to restart the vehicle, also the freeze plug malfunctioned causing the # 5 piston to melt. The manufacturer stated that the consumer drove the vehicle while it was overheating but the consumer pointed out that the freeze plug and the overheat light were defective.