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1997 Jeep Wrangler airbags problems

46 complaints (11% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 99,000. 18 crashes reported.

owner complaints
46
of this car's complaints
11%
typical mileage
99,000
crashes
18
recalls
3

Which part fails

  • Frontal
    22
  • Frontal: sensor/control module
    2
  • On-off switch assembly
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Jeep Wrangler airbags problems in other years

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Specific symptoms reported on the 1997 Jeep Wrangler airbags

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Airbag light 15No deployment 11

Related recalls

Air bags: frontalReported March 10, 1998 · 1,600 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicle. The driver's side air bag 'clock spring' wiring harness can break when turned to the 'full lock' turn position.
Risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the air bag may not deploy increasing the risk of serious injury to the occupant.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the clock spring in these air bags.

Recall number 98V046000 · Recall details

Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactiveReported May 16, 1997 · 125,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The electrical circuit design allows the potential for an inadvertent air bag deployment upon vehicle ignition shut down.
Risk
Unexpected air bag deployment can result in occupant injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the air bag electronic control module with a newly designed module.

Recall number 97V080000 · Recall details

Air bagsReported April 8, 1996 · 700 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The air bag electronic control module (aecm) software contains an error which can delay the air bag deployment in certain crash situations.
Risk
Delayed deployment can cause increased injury to front seat vehicle occupants in a collision.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the air bag electronic control module on these vehicles.

Recall number 96V060000 · Recall details

What 1997 Jeep Wrangler owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Nov 21, 2019 · Airbags · 196,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 jeep wrangler. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 97v080000 (air bags). The air bag warning indicator illuminated and the contact was concerned that the air bag might deploy without warning. The vehicle was taken to ganley village chrysler dodge jeep ram fiat (2115 mentor ave, painesville, oh 44077, (440) 354-4358) where it was diagnosed, but the part was not available for the repair. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 196,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Jan 18, 2018 · Airbags · 139,728 miles · SC

Bought a jeep wrangler and found two outstanding recalls #97v‑808 and 974-194.the later one they found parts for . The airbag module they say the part is discontinued and they can't address the recall due to part unavailable. Mopar says there are parts available ??

Filed Aug 14, 2017 · Airbags · 105,000 miles · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 jeep wrangler. The contact stated that while reversing into a parking spot and turning the steering wheel to the left, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 98v046000 (air bags). The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the VIN was not part of the recall and did not offer further assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 105,000.

Filed Dec 4, 2014 · Airbags · MD

1997 jeep wrangler consumer is asking for help with a recall on clockspring assembly. Vin is not listed on recall but same problem exist

Filed Aug 8, 2013 · Airbags · 97,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 jeep wrangler. The contact stated the air bag warning light continuously illuminated and the horn was inoperable. The vehicle was not repaired nor was the failure diagnosed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency recall campaign id number: 98v046000 (air bags: frontal). The approximate failure mileage was 97,000 and the approximate current mileage was 107,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Sep 10, 2012 · Airbags · 68,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 jeep wrangler. The contact stated that the driver side air bag clock spring wiring harness could break when turned to the 'full lock' turn position. The air bag warning light illuminate and cause the horn to become inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed him that the vehicle was dangerous to drive and the air bag would not deploy in case of a crash. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 98v046000 (air bags: frontal). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 68,000. Updated 9/25/12 *cn updated 10/09/12

Filed Aug 9, 2011 · Airbags, Electrical · 129,295 miles · TX

Horn doesn't work and airbag light is on. Showing that the airbags were inoperable as well.

Filed Jul 17, 2009 · Airbags · 79,077 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 1997 jeep wrangler. The contact noticed that the air bag light was illuminated and the horn was inoperative. The issue was caused by the steering column clock spring. The dealer diagnosed the failure. The vehicle is in the process of being repaired at the cost of $385. The manufacturer stated that there were no recalls; therefore, they could not assist. The current mileage was 79,194 and failure mileage was 79,077.

Filed Sep 8, 2008 · Airbags · 99,000 miles · KY

Tl*the contact owns a 1997 jeep wrangler. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument control panel. Weeks later, he noticed that the horn was inoperative. The dealer stated that his vehicle was repaired according to the federal safety agency campaign id number 98v046000 (air bags:frontal) in 1999; therefore, the contact had to assume financial responsibility for the repair. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 99,000. Updated 10/03/08 *bf the vehicle was repaired at no chaarge. Updated 10/06/08.

Filed Oct 4, 2005 · Airbags · 110,000 miles · TX

Dt: the airbag light illuminated, and the consumer assumed that the airbag was not working. The consumer found recall information pertaining to a similar issue involving the airbag; the federal safety agency recall 98v046000. However, this vehicle was not included due to VIN. The vehicle has not been to a dealer for repairs. No corrections have been made. The consumer talked with a dealer who said he would need the clockspring replaced, but no repairs at this time. There were no previous problems or incidents. *sc .

Questions about the 1997 Jeep Wrangler airbags

Does the 1997 Jeep Wrangler have airbags problems?

Owners have filed 46 complaints about the airbags of the 1997 Jeep Wrangler, 11% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1997 Jeep Wrangler airbags problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 99,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 1997 Jeep Wrangler airbags?

Yes, 3 recalls: 98V046000, 97V080000, 96V060000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Jeep Wrangler have bad airbags?

The Jeep Wrangler model years with the most airbags complaints are 2008 (309 complaints), 2010 (158 complaints) and 2011 (146 complaints).

Other 1997 Jeep Wrangler problems

Engine 111Fuel system 58Transmission 53Seat belts 35Steering 31Body 29Brakes 27Suspension 27Visibility 21Electrical 14Acceleration 9Locks 9Tires 6Lights 5Seats 5Wheels 4Driver assistance 1

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