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1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer problems

The most common problem on the 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is brakes. It has fewer complaints than a typical Grand Wagoneer model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
8
Recalls
6
Service bulletins
33
Worst area
Brakes

The worst 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Brakes
    2
  • Transmission
    2
  • Acceleration
    1
  • Airbags
    1
  • Steering
    1

Problems by type

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

  • Brakes
    2
  • Transmission
    2
  • Acceleration
    1
  • Airbags
    1
  • Steering
    1
  • Suspension
    1
  • Tires
    1

Recalls 6

Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shiftReported February 15, 2002 · 1,620,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain sport utility vehicles, if a driver has not placed the shifter lever fully into the "park" position and leaves the vehicle running, the vehicle may unexpectedly move rearward after seeming to be stable.
Risk
Inadvertent movement of the vehicle could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a secondary detent system to the floor shifter assembly. Daimlerchrysler sent interim notices to owners concerning this problem on march 22, 2002. Owner notification began september 23, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 02V053000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotorReported December 13, 1999 · 334,047 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, or wisconsin, and the district of columbia. The front disc brake rotors can experience severe corrosion if operated for an extensive period in the "salt belt." if the rotors are not replaced, the corrosion can eventually compromise the structural integrity of the stamped steel center hub section of the rotor.
Risk
The reduced strength can allow the cast iron wear surface to separate from the hub, reducing the brake effectiveness of the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will replace these rotors with rotors that are coated with a corrosion protection.

Recall number 99V340000 · Recall details

Steering: steering wheel/handle barReported December 13, 1993 · 115,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The molded plastic pin which connects the upper steering column shaft and the lower column shaft may have been sheared prior to installation of the steering column assembly into the vehicle. If this occurred, the upper steering shaft will separate from the lower steering shaft.
Risk
If the upper and lower steering shafts separate, completeloss of steering control will occur, which could result in an accident.
Remedy
A restraining sleeve will be added to the intermediate shaft to limit the amount of steering shaft movement available.

Recall number 93V210000 · Recall details

Structure: body: hatchback/liftgateReported April 8, 1993 · 80,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Grease applied to the liftgate latch rubber bumpers to ease component assembly caused the bumper to swell, interfering with the movement of the liftgate latch pawl. This prevents the liftgate latching when closed and difficult to open when latched.
Risk
An unlatched liftgate can open while the vehicle is inmotion, and could result in an occupant falling out.
Remedy
Replace the liftgate assembly on affected vehicles.

Recall number 93V055000 · Recall details

Suspension: frontReported April 2, 1993 · 25,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The eccentric cam adjuster bolts in both front lower suspension arm-to-front axle bracket attachments may fail due to assembly misalignment.
Risk
Cam bolt failures cause the vehicle to pull to oneside when the brakes are applied, resulting in a possible loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident.
Remedy
Replace the front suspension cam bolts, cam washers, and nuts with components of a different design.

Recall number 93V051000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkagesReported December 14, 1992 · 600 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The retainer clip which secures the master cylinder input rod to the brake pedal was not installed properly, and could work loose.
Risk
Disengagement of the retainer clip will allow free playin the attachment and can allow the input rod to separate from the brake pedalcausing complete loss of brake application which could result in an accident.
Remedy
Improperly installed retainer clips will be removed and new retainer clips will be properly installed.

Recall number 92V181000 · Recall details

See all 6 recalls for the 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer

Technical service bulletins for the 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 33

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 33 bulletins for the 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer

What 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 24, 2015 · Steering, Suspension · 169,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 1993 jeep grand wagoneer. While in park with the emergency brake engaged, the vehicle would disengage and shift into reverse independently. Also, the contact mentioned that while attempting to start the vehicle, the key would not engage the ignition. In addition, the contact stated that while having the muffler replaced, the technician found that a bolt was missing from the motor mount. The vehicle was serviced under the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 02v053000 (power train), 93v210000 (steering), 93v051000 (suspension). However, the remedies failed to repair the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the vehicle would continue to move inadvertently after the recall repair and that the steering failed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 169,000.

Filed May 5, 2008 · AZ

I am complaining about a service agent for all the jeep recalls that are in effect airpark chrysler will not help to get these fixed and have been very hurtful, and disrespectful to anyone trying to verify the issue. Its safety and urgent issue I am a single mother and cannot believe they are being so hard to deal with.

Filed Feb 2, 1998 · Tires · LA · fire

Different brand of tires in the front than in the rear with a 1 inch differnece in circumference caused pressure to build up in the differential unit resulting in several damages due to overheating, vehicle fire on third incident.

Filed Jul 29, 1997 · Brakes · OH

Front brake rotors failed.

Filed Oct 25, 1996 · Airbags · NY · crash

No deployment of airbag during accident.

Filed Aug 3, 1995 · Brakes · NY

Abs brake failure, continually replacing disc rotors and pads. Tt

Filed Jul 25, 1995 · Acceleration · 00 · crash

When shifting into drive, jeep took off quickly, unwanted acceleration, hitting (3) parked vehicles.

Filed Feb 24, 1995 · Transmission · PA

Left rear axle came out of housing. Tt

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Questions about the 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer

Is the 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer reliable?

Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, fewer than a typical Grand Wagoneer model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer?

Brakes, with 2 complaints. Next is transmission (2).

How many recalls does the 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer have?

6 recalls, covering power train, service brakes, hydraulic and steering.

Was there a recall on the 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer brakes?

Yes, 2 recalls: 99V340000, 92V181000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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