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.
1997 Jeep Wrangler: engine stalls while driving
9 of the 401 complaints about the 1997 Jeep Wrangler describe engine stalls while driving.
- owner complaints
- 9
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 10 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Engine stalls while driving by model year
What owners say
Rough idle; engine check light on; stalling, bucking at speed; noisey/cracked exhaust
Consumers heard loud muffler noise. When vehicle was decelerating it would start to stall. Repair shop determined that it was a cracked exhaust manifold at a weld. Consumer contacted dealer. Vehicle was not under warranty.
The engine stalls when shifting from first to second gear. Dealer has seen vehicle twice, and said vehicle needed a new fuel rail.
Consumer complaining of vehicle stalling continually. Vehicle been in/out of dealer shop from september of 1997 until present. Same condition still occurs. Dealer had vehicle in shop more then five times . This condition has endangered the consumer on several occasions.
At speeds of 10 MPH, while in neutral or first gear, the rpms drop to almost zero and vehicle stalls, but catches itself to normal. It happens, especially when accessories such heat/defroster, etc. Are on.
Fuel pump failed twice, causing vehicle to stall in a rain storm, almost was hit by an 18-wheeler.
Engine bucks, back fires and attempts to stall while accelerating resulting in near collisions.
The engine stalls while driving 50 to 60mph and everything quits. Dealer could not fix.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Valve Body
- Reprogram PCM and inspect catalytic converter
- Dirt and debris accumulation at rear main seal
- Subject regarding misdiagnosed leak detection pump systems with diagnostic trouble codes P1494, P0442...
- Outer exhaust manifold studs may fatigue/break
- Subject regarding i/m ( inspection maintenance ) testing - OBD II "carb" readiness monitor information
- The outer exhaust manifold studs may fatigue and break
- Subject pertaining to OBD II misfire monitor
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1997 Jeep Wrangler stalling
Is engine stalls while driving a common problem on the 1997 Jeep Wrangler?
9 of 401 owner complaints about the 1997 Jeep Wrangler (2%) mention engine stalls while driving. The model year with the most reports is 2024.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1997 Jeep Wrangler?
There are 0 recalls and 10 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1997 Jeep Wrangler
Fuel gauge 20Airbag light 15No deployment 11Door locks 11Fuel pump 10Seat belt 9Ball joint 8Water leak 8Fuel smell 7Loss of power 7Overheating 5
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