The catalytic converter broke and the part from it clogged up , which caused the vehicle to loose power. *jb the vehicle wouldn't exceed 50-60 MPH along with rattling due to an internally broken converter. The interior door hinge was inoperative.
1997 Jeep Wrangler engine complaints
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I bought this 1997 jeep wrangler from a used car dealer in june 2002 with a limited warranty and was told the vehicle pased inspection and had no problems. Since then I have had to have the wiring harness repaired, the fuel pump replaced, the transmission replaced, it has a faulty fuel gauge reading, the intake and exhaust manifold need to be replaced and now the steering linkage or stabilizer bars are faulty.
I have a 97 jeep wrangler. I have a problem everytime I start my jeep after it sits for 20 min. It sounds like it wants to shut down and after pressing the gas to the floor it finally kicks in and takes off. I lose power alot and it backfires . I have had the exhaust manifold /catalytic converter replaced and a broken stud in the exhaust manifold to head assembly. This has been going on for 3 years and I have taken it to several differnt jeep service department. All the service departments can tell me is that they can't find the problem but they always seem to find something else for me to pay for . I'm still having this problem and now it's getting worse . What can I do? Please help.
There was an exhaust smell entering the compartment of the vehicle and there was a loud noise coming from the engine compartment. The owner took the vehicle to a dealership and they indicated that there was a crack in the manifold. *ak the manufacturer was contacted but state that there was nothing they could do because the vehicle was out of warranty. The consumer believes this component should be recalled.
1997 jeep wrangler sport 4.0 liter exhaust manifold crack noted at approximately 60,000 miles. Mechanic stated it appeared to be welded, no one had previously welded exhaust manifold. My understanding is that the exhaust manifold in this year tends to crack. Is there a recall by the jeep dealership? If so, I have not been notified. Also the throttle control sensor as well as o2 sensor effected at this time. Vehicle now has 81,000 miles runs poorly has visual crack at the exhaust manifold in two different areas. The only recall I have read about is the air bag but I have never received a notice from jeep eagle or the chrysler company. Can you help me? Who do I contact, and if the exhaust manifold is commonly known to crack - without cause why wasn't I or possibly others notified? Who can I contact? The exhaust manifold according to others is more prominent than the air bag recall.
Exhaust manifold has cracked twice in 20,000 miles. The dealership admits a problem, chrysler customer service does not. I found a boatload of complaints on the internet about the same "jeep" problem but no one will address the issue.
While traveling on the highway without prior warning the vehicle shut down. *ak the gauges malfunctioned (gas read empty), the vehicle jerked uncontrollably. Different mechanics were unable to duplicate the problem. The transmission leaked (there was pink fluid in the battery area), the belt pulley had fallen off and the vehicle overheated, and the battery failed. *scc
My 1997 jeep wrangler sport that has 52000 miles on it developed cracks and breaks in the exhaust manifold. With these cracks and breaks excessive amounts of exhaust fumes leak into the car. After doing some research on the internet this problem apparently is very common. There are many pictures of the exact cracks and breaks on the exhaust manifold from many diff people. It was suggested in one forum that jeep fixed this issue in the 2000 model jeep.
Exhaust manifold cracked in three places. Strong fumes entering vehicle, could cause driver to pass out behind the wheel. Lots of complaints about this same defect on your website.
I bought my 1997 jeep wrangler in june, 2002 from a used car dealer in baltimore, md with an as-is warranty and was told the vehicle had passed inspection and was in good condition. It had 64,000 miles on it and appeared to be good. Since then I have had nothing but problems with this jeep. First the wiring harness, then the transmission, now a diagnosis to replace the intake and exhaust manifold, replaced fuel pump and has a faulty fuel gauge, and possibly the stabilizer bar or steering components. This jeep is costing me more in repairs than the actual value of it. I fear that it is unsafe and that I m facing more expenses if I keep it, but I am still making payments on it. Do I have any recourse as far as lemon law protection, recalls, help!!! I don't know what to do with it.
Exhaust manifold has completely failed due to severe cracking at 54,000 mi/ although this is apparently a defect in '97 jeep exhaust manifolds (based on number of problems reported on internet and manifold has been redesigned) chrysler will provide no assistance in the repair which is over $900.
Daimler chrysler has been unresponsive to my requests for replacement of this part under "implied warranty" or anything else, even though the car problem websites (and yours) are full of reports of exhaust manifold failure in late '90's model wranglers. They claim to have no record of the problem, even thought the part has been redesigned. The dealer here has been great, but can't do much without manufacturer support. Here's hoping that with enough information on this part, customers can get some satisfaction! Dt
Exhaust header cracked at 4 locations and had to be replaced. Jeep dealer said that this is a known defect and still would do nothing about it. Dt
The exhaust manifold cracked causing fumes to enter the car. Also the manifold supports the exhaust system which could fall off if crack would break completely. There must be an engineering design defect because the part has been redesigned. I also was told the used junk yard parts were cracked so I couldn't buy a used manifold. Not only the cost of the manifold but the safety issues with a failed manifold have me very concerned. Nlm
Terrible rattling noise coming from catalytic converter. Sounds like part or parts have shaken loose. No performance loss noticed yet, but very annoying.
Engine manifold has gone out twice while consumer has been driving. Contacted dealer, and dealer replaced the part, but the problem still occurring.
Engine exhaust manifold cracked just before where weld is located crack is over half the diametar of the pipe after reading over 30 complaints on the same or simular problem I can not understand why there is not a call back on this problem there is no dought that it can cause if not found in time a sever harm to the vehicle and possibley to all in the vehicle.
Manifold cracked in two places! I have never even taken it 4-wheeling.
Vehicle was making noise from muffler. Took vehicle to dealership, and mechanic stated that exhaust manifold was cracked, causing exhaust leakage and needed to be replaced. *ak overtime, exhaust manifold cracked into three pieces causing hot exhaust fumes in engine compatments as well as drivers area.
The exhaust manifold develope 3 cracks along the reducer joint which required removal and rewelded. The cracks started before the warranty ran out, but I was not able to determine that until I noticed an increase in engine noise and exhaust fumes in the vehicle at which point the warrenty just ran out due to mileage. This component should not fail this fast.
There was a rattling noise in the front of vehicle. Took vehicle to dealer, and they stated that a piece of catalytic converter was floating around, and could block the exhaust. Driver stated vehicle stalled at 65 as a result. Consumer was almost hit by an 18 wheeler. Please provide any further information.
Freeze plug cracked on perfect day of 70 degrees. Engine coolant lost. This happened in a parking lot - 02 MPH in reverse. :) if it had happened on the freeway, permenent engine damage could have occurred due to overheating and leading to seizing.
Engine was very loud, so I took the vehicle to the dealer who said it was a cracked exhaust manifold. I asked if this is a problem with the wranger and was told that they were not aware of any recalls. Contacted a few jeep clubs via the internet and found out that the cracking of exhaust manifolds on wranglers is very common, to the point that you're lucky if your's doesn't crack, and that the manifold has since been redesigned. I contacted the crysler customer service center on the internet to find out if there was a problem and if in fact the manifold was redesigned as I wanted to make sure that I wasn't just installing another defective exhaust manifold. There are aftermarket exhaust manifolds that carry an unlimited warranty and are in fact less expensive, unfortunately there is a heavy demand for them with a long wait. Chrysler customer service would not provide me with any information, just boiler plate responses thanking me for contacting them. I ordered a new replacement exhaust manifold from the dealer, and when I went to pick it up, both the service and parts managers indicated that they new of no problems with the wrangler exhaust manifold cracking. When I asked if the manifold was redesigned, they indicated that they did not know. When I got home and opened the box containing the replacement manifold, it is obvious that the manifold was indeed redesigned! They added bellows thermal expansion joints in the first and sixth exhaust pipes. Apparently the length of the manifold coupled with thermal expansion, just rips apart the manifold. While I did not have a fire in my engine compartment, as some have had, the underside of the intake manifold was black from the leaking exhaust, and was indeed evident in the car when driving. Repeated contacts to the internet chrysler customer service ended with them cutting off communication. I have digital pictures of the old and the redesigned manfold. I am very disapointed in how chrysler has handled this issue.
Noticed what sounded like an exhaust leak coming from the engine compartment. I brought it to the dealer with 27k miles on it. They heard nothing. In may 2000 my mechanic mentioned a crack in the exhaust manifold. I brought it back to dealer and they said they found nothing. Oct. Of 2001 with 58k the noise was unbearable and three cracks visable. Dealer said too bad out of warranty. If so many people are having this problem why can't something be done? By the way I will never purchase another jeep again.
Exhaust manifold cracked/studs failed/parts,labor not covered/3rd party repaired.
There seems to be a lot of complaints about this same problem. Hopw many does it take to get some action. No safety defect mentioned.
Clutch, flywheel all related parts failed, water leaking on passenger side floor, clock and radio broke dealer cant fix, seat belts wont retract, sway bars come loose
Exhaust manifold cracked 6/21/01, local jeep dealer had no recall, not under warranty. I was in the process of finding a better aftermarket replacement manifold when on 7/19/01,while stopped w/ engine running, the plastic hydraulic line for the clutch melted from the excessive heat, and caught on fire.
A pipe that comes from engine manifold has cracked. When driving it makes a loud noise. Please provide more information.
About a week ago I called the dealership to report a cracked exhaust manifold.I asked if there has been any recalls of this and the service manager who was very rude told me no.today,friday may 25th my exhaust manifold has broken in half in two (2) spots each next ta a weld.I have a friend who is a boilermaker and a union rep. As well as an expert in all aspects of welding and metals, has told me this is defective.that it should stand high temps.and a lot longer life than this! Well to tell you the truth I have had several automobiles through out the years and I have never had an exhaust manifold break or even crack on me ,ever! The service manager said I was out of warrenty and that I was out of luck..I have even looked at te specs. On the exhaus manifold that jeep advertises and it even says that the exhaust manifold is a long life. Please help me !
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