1997 Jeep Wrangler steering problems

Filed Dec 13, 2014 · Brakes, Steering · 71,596 miles · NJ

Frame was rotted through from control arm towards the back of the vehicle. The vehicle braking ability became difficult and hard to steer.

Filed Jul 31, 2014 · Steering, Suspension · 150,000 miles · CA

While driving my jeep on a public road going about 45, the vehicle began to shake uncontrollably. I had to pull over and stop the vehicle in order for the shaking to stop. It was incredibly dangerous, and I was lucky that I wasn't involved in an accident.

Filed Mar 15, 2014 · Steering, Suspension · MD

Violent wobbling of front of jeep , it comes and goes at different speeds and you must come to a sudden stop to avoid loosing control of vehicle . I don't know what is causing this as there is no apparent damage to repair. In my opinion it is a factory defect and the vehicle is unsafe for use on public roads and highways.

Filed Jul 30, 2004 · Steering, Wheels · 35 miles · IA

The vehicle used as personal auto, non recreational vehicle, in mormal city driveing conditions. Speed 50 to 55 MPH, I passed over a seam in the pavement, an undamped oscelation was initated in the front suspension, the car became uncontrolable at all speeds. I was alble to safely pull the vehicle to the side of the rode and stop without further incednet. Investitagion of the steering components identifed exceve wear on front end tie rods and stearing damper. The car is a 97 jeep tj with 35000 miles .

Filed Jun 27, 2003 · Electrical, Engine · 74,000 miles · MD

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.

Filed Oct 25, 2002 · Steering · CA

Consumer states that while driving ran over bump in the road and loss control of vehicle. Consumer feels the power steering resovoir was poorly designed. Please provide any further information. Ts

Filed Jun 11, 2002 · Steering · OH

Parts are on national backorder. No safety defect mentioned.

Filed May 22, 2001 · Engine, Steering · MI

Crack in exhaust manifold @ pipe union allows exhaust fumes to enter vehicle. Also, power steering fluid leekage from steering gear box requires complete steering gearbox replacement @ cost of $1350 on car w/ 49,000 miles.

Filed May 16, 2001 · Fuel system, Steering · IA

After tolerating both problems for some time (poor starting and leaking power steering fluid), I took it in for repair estimates. My mechanic told me what the problems were and, that in his opinion, neither should be happening at the low miles I have on the vehicle. I am currently trying to get chrysler to put more than a minimal portion into the repairs.no safety defect listed.

Filed May 8, 2001 · Steering · TX

Leak on passenger side. Floor gets wet when it rains or air conditioner is on. Maunfacturer said that there may be some clogged vents. If this is happening to so many other jeep owners, maybe it should be considered more of a design flaw.