1997 Jeep Wrangler suspension problems

Filed Aug 28, 2020 · Suspension · 98,900 miles · IL

After hitting bumps in the road the steering seems like it wobbles entire vehicle.

Filed Feb 8, 2017 · Suspension · 240,000 miles · VA

The rear of the frame can rust through due to lack of drain holes to let water and debris out causing the rear control arms to separate from the frame.

Filed Oct 21, 2016 · Suspension · PA

My frame is rotting from the inside out. The rear trailing arm mounts are welded to the frame and the frame rotted through from the inside out. The vehicle will not pass the required saftey inspection. I started looking for a way to repair/replace the frame and found that this is a common problem. The cost of repair will exceed the value of the vehicle. The date I have entered is the date the problem was found.

Filed May 12, 2015 · Suspension, Transmission · 95,440 miles · CO

Noticed wobble underneath while driving. Inspected underneath and noticed light showing between transfer case skid plate and frame (should be tight) and bolt hanging down. Took into shop and lower mid frame on both sides is completely rusted through allowing skid plate bolts to fall out with nuts still attached. Skid plate also serves as transfer case mount and when it drops the driveshaft wobbles. Ultimately if it had completely let go on the highway the rear driveshaft would have locked up and locked the rear wheels causing uncontrolled skid, or the driveshaft would break causing danger to the passengers.

Filed Mar 11, 2015 · Brakes, Suspension · 154,557 miles · ME

Driving down the road the rear upper control arm brackets separated from the frame as a result of the frame corroding from the inside out. This caused the rear brake line to brake draining the master cylinder.

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 Jun 23, 2014 · Body, Suspension · FL

The frame is rotting away, the frame rot clearly started many years ago. The rust is quite bad and will not stop. In an accident, the body could possibly fly off the frame possibly being fatal. The frame is rusting from control arm brackets to body mounts all of which can lead to very dangerous situations.

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 Dec 22, 2004 · Suspension · 132,998 miles · ME

While driving 55 MPH vehicle suddenly lost steering control. Consumer had to slam on brakes to regain steering control. Vehicle was taken to a repair shop, and mechanic determined that the link on the stabilizer bar broke. The dealer was not notified.*ak the consumer feels that the connecting link is not sturdy enough and is weak due to it's size.