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1998 Jeep Laredo problems

The most common problem on the 1998 Jeep Laredo is transmission and drivetrain. It has fewer complaints than a typical Laredo model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
33
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
10
Worst area
Transmission

The worst 1998 Jeep Laredo problems

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

Problems by type

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  • Transmission
    15
  • Engine
    4
  • Fuel system
    4
  • Brakes
    3
  • Electrical
    3
  • Lights
    3
  • Airbags
    2
  • Steering
    2
  • Suspension
    2
  • Acceleration
    1
  • Locks
    1
  • Seats
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 1998 Jeep Laredo 10

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

See all 10 bulletins for the 1998 Jeep Laredo

What 1998 Jeep Laredo owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 2, 2019 · Fuel system · 10 miles · VA

Jeep stalls out at any given time. Having to replace gas tank. Inside line for tank has eroded away and plastic flakes clog the line and causes vehicle to dead stop run.

Filed Jul 18, 2016 · Locks · 125,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 jeep laredo. The contact stated that the driver side door latch fractured and allowed the door to open while the vehicle was in motion. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact replaced the latch. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.

Filed Jan 27, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 206,604 miles · TX · fire

It first started out as this.. The A/C quit working ,windows don't roll, cluster quit working, computer quit working , no power going down the road, and now the vehicle was parked at the house and it caught on fire my husband did a complete tune up, fixed the A/C, the windows, changed all fluids, put a new a computer, basically fixed everything, then today it caught on fire .

Filed Sep 9, 2014 · Lights, Transmission · 206,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 jeep laredo. While driving 5 MPH, the low beam headlights failed to operate. Whenever the contact attempted to turn on the vehicle, he had to shift into neutral. When parked on a hill, the vehicle rolled intermittently. The failure occurred numerous times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 206,000.

Filed Feb 4, 2014 · Electrical · 100,117 miles · CA

I had just purchased a lifted 1998 jeep grand cherokee laredo from a private party. When I test drove the vehicle there were no problems. However, on my way home with my new purchase, the vehicle stalled while driving, causing steering and brake failure. I thought maybe it was a fluke but then it happened repeatedly over the next several months. I began switching parts hoping to fix the problem, but to no avail. This is a huge safety concern as my children sometime ride in the vehicle. After hearing of similar instances happening I believe that chrysler has a big problem on their hands. The product has faults and should be addressed by the manufacturer before a costly/ lawsuit/death occurs. I love my jeep, and would like to know what a solution is to fix an inferior product.

Filed May 19, 2011 · Transmission · 215,782 miles · GA · crash · 1 injury

Yesterday afternoon my wife was preparing to run errands when she backed over something in our garage. She pulled the jeep forward, put it in park. She left it running as she got out, and took a couple of steps to the back to find what she ran over. She told me she heard the car rev briefly, then suddenly accelerate towards her. She couldn't jump out of the way and grabbed the door. In a few seconds, she was dragged down the driveway, across the street, across a neighbor's driveway and into his lawn. When she reached ground she dropped and the jeep continued until it reversed into a tree, smashing the rear.

Filed May 10, 2011 · Steering · 218,920 miles · NJ

Vibration in steering wheel at 70 MPH.

Filed Feb 13, 2006 · Transmission · GA · crash · 1 injury

After parking the jeep in my garage, I left it running to check for clearance. After ensuring the vehicle was stopped and in park I exited the car. The car started moving very quickly and the door was bent backwards and then proceeded to hit me and travel about an eighth of a mile before crashing.

Filed Nov 3, 2005 · Acceleration, Electrical · MO

Dt contact stated while driving the speedometer stopped. He took vehicle to a mechanic shop, they stated the computer's dashboard cluster failed, a short was found in the wiring to the speedometer, but the cluster has to be replaced. The dashboard cluster controlled the speedometer, amp gauge, fuel gauge, and oil pressure indicator lights. There was no forewarning.

Filed Aug 29, 2005 · Seats · 147,000 miles · NY

Dt: the caller stated driver's seat broke on the left side. When he bought the vehicle whoever had it before held it down with some kind of strap. He was using a coat hanger wrapped through the hole in the bracket and around the bar that moved the seat to hold it down. The hole in the bracket on the floor got bigger and the bolt was able to fit through it. Dealer said he needed to get another seat. Manufacturer said they have not heard anything about the problem. The strap that held the seat when he first bought it lasted until last month.

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Questions about the 1998 Jeep Laredo

Is the 1998 Jeep Laredo reliable?

Owners have filed 33 complaints about the 1998 Jeep Laredo, fewer than a typical Laredo model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1998 Jeep Laredo?

Transmission and drivetrain, with 15 complaints. Next is engine (4).

How many recalls does the 1998 Jeep Laredo have?

No recalls on record.

What year does the Jeep Laredo have bad transmission?

The Jeep Laredo model years with the most transmission complaints are 1996 (15 complaints) and 1998 (15 complaints).

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