Gauges drop off intermittently (sometimes when hit a bump, other times on it's own). Tach and speedometer drop to zero, airbag light comes on. Tapping on panel, lights will go off, then come back on. Very sporadic when it happens--every day for a week or two, then nothing for a couple of days, then for 3 days, etc., etc. Also lose mileage indicator (how many miles were really on it when I purchased it new?!?!?!) seen so many compliants now from consumers, would like a recall!!! Will my airbag work? Don't want to kill anyone to find out!!
1998 Jeep Wrangler transmission complaints
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While vehicle was in park it jumped out of gear, during idling and started accelerating in reverse, vehicle moved 20 feet before consumer was able to stop all movement. No determination has been made as to the cause of this problem.*ak consumer stated the vehicle was parked, and she stepped out briefly with door opened, there was a popping sound and vehicle accelerated into reverse at high idle.
The jeep was in park when I got out to mail a letter. I left my drivers side door open. The jeep slipped out of park and knocked me down. Next , the open door smashed our mailbox into me. The jeep proceeded up the street, where I collected myself and ran after it. Fortunately, I was able to jump in and stop it, and no one was behind me. The door was completely wrapped around to the quarter panel because of hitting the mailbox.
Dealer built transmission 2 times and it's going in fore the 3rd time on9/11/01 whats the problem ( chrysler ?).
The transfer case is broken. Nlm
Consumer states radiator and water pump failed.
See attached letter to daimerchrysler - will be sent via mail. No safety defect listed.
Consumer was traveling about 70mph and heard loud noise, and back in lifted up. Front had dropped, and driveshaft was defective. Had it towed to dealership, and mechanic told him that crankshaft needed to be replaced. *aki consumer states drive shaft bounced off of street and hit floor board ripping hole in floor next to driver's foot.
1. The transmission has started jumping in and out of 3rd gear in the 32 to 50 MPH range. Bubbles are present in the fluid indicating a seal is failing. Repair estimate at this time is over $1000. This failure in snowy driving conditions causes vehicle control problems.2. Passenger seat belt retracts intermittently. The passenger will lean forward and back may not notice the seatbelt has not retracted. This can certainly cause serious injury or death in the event of an accident. 3. Sudden acceleration at idle. Vehicle idle will jump from 1.5k to 3k without warning. Obviously a serious safety hazard. 4. Anti-sway bar link failure. This is perhaps the most insidious failure. The stabilizer bar link ball will corrode in the socket and cause it to separate. The rubber boot around it covers the failure. When an emergency turn is required, the jeep will sway violently. I talked to the chrysler parts attendant and he said he sells about 12 a week to those lucky enough to notice the failure. For those who do not notice this, it is a time bomb. The parts attendant told me I would be back soon to replace more. What he said is true.
Airbag light comes on, indictating a defect in the air bag system. Also speedometer failed. . Dealer has not fixed the defects. *ak the tachometer fails when the spedometer starts to work.
The vehicle has developed an odor associated with leaking anitfreeze. 3 different trips to make repairs, no action on first trip, second trip, dealer replaced thermostat housing, third trip, dealer replaced radiator. Vehicle still has odor at different times. Seat belts have been replaced 3 times on right hand side and once on left hand side due to belts getting pinched in hardtop doors and damaging belts. Belt on right hand has had failure of seat belt inertia lock during hard stop. Electrical system: airbag light illuminated at various times, and at the same time the speedometer and tachometer failed momentarily. Fix was to clean and grease connectors. System is starting to repeat same problem, and dealer cannot find a problem. Steering column lower bushing has developed noise, after rain or onset of cold weather. Dealer states fix is to lube bushing, but problem persists after 4 dealer visits. Rear axle seals on left hand and right hand were leaking, resulting in rear wheel lockup with moderate brake application on damp pavement or sandy road surfaces. Dealer replaced both seals, but nothing was said about possible brake lining contamination or cleaning. Vehicle has had repeated water leakage from around windshield on left and right hand sides, right hand hardtop door hinge attach bolts, thru seals on cowl and around doors. Dealer has replaced all seals, rtv'd gaps, and installed updated door seals, but vehicle still leaks. Also, carpets were water damaged in front passenger area due to water leakage from vehicle body and airconditioning system. Vehicle has been kept for up to two days on two different occasions for water leaks and multiple repair complaints.
Waterleaks on passenger side, dealer can not fix.....gears grind going from 1st to 2nd...airbag light comes on, intsrument panel fails, dealer has fixed once
First off, my airbag light would come on and then the gauges would shut down. I took the jeep in once, they said they didn't see any problems and couldn't fix it if they didn't see it. Next, I was driving the jeep, had stopped to get gas, then started to drive and suddenly, the jeep no longer would move. There was a horrible smell, and I had to have the vehicle towed at 9 p.m, 6 hours from home. The vehicle is still in the shop, and I don't know when they'll be through with it!!
My wife was shifting from 1st to 2nd gear and the stick shift separated from the transmission. This vehicle has never been driven off road or hard. When we called jim marsh jeep my wife told them the stick shift came off and the person said "you must have a wrangler". This has to be more than an isolated incedent. Had we been 4 wheeling some where it could have been a bad accident.
While driving 65mph, heard what sounded like a bomb had blown up under vehicle. Heard metal against metal rattling & then a loud bang. Vehicle stopped completely on highway. Had vehicle towed to dealer. Was informed by mechanic that the drivetrain had exploded. The dealership refused to repair due to not being under warranty.
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Wheels locked up while in four wheel drive in ice conditions, resulting in vehicle accident.
Experiencing speedometer failure.
Front brakes / rotors / brake pads experienced failure.
Electrical problems caused the airbag light to come on. Also,problems with speedometer, and antenna which was caused by a cpv that burnt out. Please provide further details.
When the vehicle is shifted into gear it will not go all the way into gear. Also, there is a clunking noise, the gears mesh together improperly. The dealer has been notified. Owner has notified the manufacturer.
When sifting from 1st to 2nd gear, the transmission either grinds the gears or is difficult to get into gear. This is especially a problem when attempting to accelerate, and cannot because of difficulty shifting gears.
Transmission grinds gears when engaging second gear on acceleration.
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