A fire started under the dash on the passenger side. Leaves had fallen down onto the resistor that controls the heater fan. The resistor was ruined and charred and smoldering leaves were removed. There are likely more leaves in there leading to the possibility of another fire.
1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee visibility problems
17 complaints (3% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 17
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Power window devices and controls4
- Windshield wiper/washer: motor3
- Windshield wiper/washer3
- Rearview mirrors/devices: interior3
- Windshield2
- Rearview mirrors/devices: exterior1
- Defroster/defogger/HVAC system: heater core1
- Defroster/defogger/HVAC system1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Jeep Grand Cherokee visibility problems in other years
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
1)ignition: in cold weather difficult to start. Ignition coil failed , 2)motor mounts cracked causing engine to rotate on axis, 3) speed sensors in transmission failed, causing lack of shifting to lower gear, 4) windshield wiper control unit under dash burned out, causing smoke to fill compartment, 5) torque converter failed"coming apart" ,6) brake rotors replaced as per recall, but within 2000-2500 miles replaced rotors defective (bent/warped)/and too thin to resurface
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Consumer states the engine control module (computer) have been replaced twice, radiator was replaced as well as the water pump.
Tie rod end at steering box needs repairs. Mjs
Severaly peeling paint on roof of car presents safety hazard to integrity of windshield/vehicle bond. Failure is a result of improper paint surface preparation during manufacturing process. No safety defect listed in the summary.
Power window wiring between the drivers door and body (flex conduit) failed, and left only the driver with window control.inspection showed split insulation (fatigue) exposed conductor and open circuit. Repair of wire lasted for 4-5 months before additional wires failed and or the same wire failed in a new location. Wire insulation seems to be too stiff and cracked, causing stress on the conductors ,and subsequent failure. Most resent failure 5-99 caused wires to melt. Seatbelt failure: drivers belt will not retract, and is there for loose and unsafe. Belt retractor spring was broken and sticking out of unit.
Alternator/braking system/window wiring, motor mounts failed. Had to be replaced. These failures could result in a crash. Please provide further information.
None
Exhaust manifold failed.
Questions about the 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee visibility
Does the 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee have visibility problems?
Owners have filed 17 complaints about the visibility of the 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 3% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee visibility problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee visibility?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Jeep Grand Cherokee have the most visibility problems?
The Jeep Grand Cherokee model years with the most visibility complaints are 2002 (326 complaints), 2001 (245 complaints) and 2004 (214 complaints).
Other 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems
Brakes 156Transmission 98Electrical 54Body 48Engine 47Fuel system 46Steering 38Suspension 38Acceleration 37Locks 26Airbags 24Tires 13Seat belts 11Lights 8Seats 3Wheels 2
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