1999 Jeep Cherokee suspension problems

Filed Apr 28, 2018 · Body, Suspension · 200,000 miles · MN

My 1999 jeep cherokee uni-body frame is so rusted out underneath it is a hazard too drive, there is nothing else wrong with it. Specifically, but not limited to, control arms are rusted out and detached and frame is so rusted they can not be reattached. It seems it is very common for jeep grand cherokee uni-body under carriage to rust out and become a hazard with control arms detaching and vehicle becoming unsafe to drive. This is predominantly a problem in northern part of us. However, these are vehicle people buy to drive on bad roads so they should not deteriorate and become a danger to drive. Chrysler should be required to recall these jeeps and weld in new frame rails and other support and reattach detached suspension and other necessary equipment.

Filed Feb 16, 2013 · Steering, Suspension · 125,000 miles · NJ

I was driving at 50 MPH and the vehicle started shaking violently and I had to slow down and pull over before the shaking would stop. Another time I was driving at 50 MPH again and hit a small bump and the violent shaking again occurred. Again I had to slow down considerably before it stopped shaking. This is known as death wobble and chrysler knows it. They need to be held accountable for using cheap parts on jeeps.

Filed May 26, 2012 · Suspension · 920,000 miles · TX

Had some shaking but all of a sudden the truck was out of control, I could control the jeep I was veering into other lanes, could not control the jeep, holding on for life and praying not to die. I did not know what to do. I was crying and people were going around me and I just started to try to shut down on the highway then I got off the highway. I am afraid to drive at this point. I could have died!!!!!!!!!!!

Filed Jul 31, 2011 · Suspension · 33,000 miles · IL

I have a 99 jeep cherokee sport. The front end becomes uncontrollable at highway speeds when driven on anything less than perfectly smooth flat roadway surface. Applying the brakes makes the front end shimmy horrible and dangerous. You must slow to regain control, also dangerous on highways. Online research shows this is a common flaw with jeeps that have a coil-sprung front suspension with a track bar or panhard bar, referred to death wobble. This is very dangerous!

Filed Sep 19, 2007 · Driver assistance, Engine · 100,000 miles · OH

While driving on a highway the posted speed limit, my vehicle started shaking uncontrolably and I had to get off the highway to stop the car so the shaking will stop. I have had a number parts replaced such as the steering stabilizer, and the steering rod.

Filed Aug 7, 2006 · Suspension · 76,000 miles · NJ

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 50-60 MPH on the highway during dry road conditions, the steering would not respond to steering input. There was a noise as if something fell off of the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealership where it was determined the lower control arm; lower ball joints separated.

Filed Aug 12, 2004 · Fuel system, Suspension · 12,000 miles · CA

Warranty replacement of transfer case due to hairline fracture during manufacturing within first 7,000 miles on car. At 37,000 miles fuel sensor failed. At 69,000 window regulator failed. At 72,000 rear shock broke off car leaving bolts still in chassis. Very frustrated, chryster corp. Does not care!

Filed Nov 18, 2003 · Fuel system, Lights · 50,615 miles · NC

Fuel gauge reads empty when tank is full, dealer cannot find problem. Will drive for about 30 miles and then fuel tank will read what it is supposed to. Also terrible shaking in front end when braking. Brakes/rotors all new and replaced still shakes. Fog lamps continuously burn out, dealer states wiring harness. Have had to pay the deductible on this numerous times... Like it is my fault they burn out.

Filed Nov 5, 2002 · Engine, Suspension · 36,000 miles · NY

Consumer stateed the rear carrier bearings in the rear axel were worn. * ts consumer stated the vehicle was running hot, the dealer replaced the thermostat and gasket.

Filed Sep 12, 2002 · Brakes, Suspension · TX

While driving at 65mph, the brakes began to grind, and the wheel bearing on both sides were making noise. *ak the consumer states that both front hub bearings and axle seals were replaced at the dealer. The rotors were completely destroyed with the factory pads intact. The pad were still good. The rotors however were so thin that they crumbled(very dangerous). Now the rear hubs are loud an need replacing. The consumer has replaced the rear wheel bearing, and the bearings on the rear axle in the hub are seperated/extremely dangerous-part of the bearing are spinning in the inside of the hub.