1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee steering problems

Filed Oct 20, 2015 · Engine, Steering · 210,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 jeep grand cherokee. While driving at 45 MPH, the power steering failed. In addition, water spilled from the vehicle's water pump. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 210,000.

Filed Sep 17, 2015 · Brakes, Fuel system · 141,501 miles · CT · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 jeep cherokee. After the vehicle was serviced under the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v252000 (fuel system, gasoline, structure), the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. In addition, there was excessive smoke coming from the tire and rim on the front passenger side. The contact smelled a burning odor. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the entire braking system failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 141,501.

Filed Aug 12, 2015 · Steering, Wheels · 234,000 miles · NC

Driving about 50mph and the front end felt like it was coming apart. Steering wheel shaking bad and wheels felt wobbly. I have had this problem before and noticeably when I hit a bump or pothole at or above 45mph. What scared me the most I was coming up on traffic and had to brake. Braking while the vehicle is wobbly is very scary and feels as if the whole thing is coming apart.

Filed Aug 11, 2015 · Electrical, Steering · 200,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 jeep grand cherokee. While traveling approximately 50 MPH, there was a violent shaking and vibration that was progressing in the front of the vehicle without warning. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop who replaced the front ball joints and the failure recurred with extreme wobbling and the front suspension was unstable. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled several and then the contact was able to restart the engine. The contact stated that a technician drove the vehicle and indicated that there was an extreme case of wobbling and that the vehicle was not safe to drive and needed to be further diagnosed and repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.

Filed Jul 30, 2015 · Steering · 273,850 miles · PA

While driving on the interstate, I hit a bump and my jeep started shaking violently. I had to pull off the side of the road to make it stop. Every time I hit a small bump this happens only going above 55. Hitting the brakes does not work, you have to slow down to about 40 to get it to stop. This is unsafe when you are on a highway and the speed limit is 65 or 70.

Filed Jul 28, 2015 · Steering · 92,000 miles · CA · crash

While traveling at highway speed a total/violent loss of steering control occurred causing vehicle to slam into the left guard rail and spin out. Anti lock brakes have also gone out on this vehicle causing another issue and expensive repair. The transmission has gone out and has been expensively replaced. This is a dangerous lemon.

Filed Jun 12, 2015 · Electrical, Fuel system · 287,000 miles · FL

I was driving my jeep to work all of a sudden it bucked and backed fired 2 times and then completely shut down no steering but was able to get to side of road restarted got it back home this has happened many times cant count how many times, I have had it towed home 4 times this year because of this problem and couldnt restart sometimes it bucks and feels like its going to shut down but restarts by its self without turning key this happens at any speed changed tps, crank sensor, starter, fuel pump, pick up coil,distributor cap and rotor plugs and wire, alternator now inside dash lights are starting to flash dim and bright. I bought it 2009 used with a little over 100,000 miles ran great but the last couple years been having trouble with this situation every time I change things it will work for awhile and then starts to act up again.

Filed Jan 7, 2015 · Steering · 135,000 miles · CA

When driving over a big puddle of water the steering became unresponsive. Display panel said "check battery". Slowed down and finally pulled over. After a few minutes it was fine. Went down the road again and hit a big puddle. Steering again became unresponsive. Luckily not many cars around and I was on a side street. Mechanic can not locate the problem as there has been no rain lately to try and duplicate. I fear a major or fatal accident is forth coming.

Filed May 14, 2014 · Airbags, Steering · 140,000 miles · TN · crash

I have contacted your office before following the jan. 24, 2014 crash that took my wife's life, on the vehicle indicated, it was equipped with michelin tires noted during the period before the recall this year. I had contacted you earlier about the air bags on a 1997 jeep grand cherokee that failed to deploy in this crash. Could you please get back to me to discuss this latest development in what could have caused the death of my wife. Thank you very much.

Filed Oct 7, 2013 · Engine, Fuel system · 152,000 miles · MO

Was driving at relatively low highway speed (50mph) up a small incline. Low RPM (1200rpm). With sharp highway curve coming up, vehicle stalled for no reason. Steering became unresponsive. Turned key off and on several times trying to turn steering to follow curve. Luckily sunday night traffic was light or could have resulted in accident. Engine finally started up and steering pressure was restored. Kept RPM over 2500rpm for a couple of minutes and car bucked a number of times in the first 5 or so minutes. Ran smoothly afterwards with engine RPM kept higher (2500+). Had to get off the highway and follow side streets to get home. This problem has been occurring for 3000-4000 miles and I've had nearly everything replaced, coil, spark plugs, plug wires, distributor rotor, distributor cap, starting on sensors now.