Ever since I purchased the jeep, it has been a reliable vehicle. The other day, I went to start it and the instrument cluster was unresponsive and the airbag light was on. I tried replacing the fuse and found it to be good, receiving power. I started to check websites for similar problems and found a recall for the exact problem I was having. This recall described exactly what was happening to my jeep. The recall is found here recall 99v117000: instrument panel ground screws loose the left side and right side instrument panel wiring ground attachment screws could loosen over time. If the left side screw loosens, the instrument panel gauges may not function when the headlamps are turned on. If the right side screw loosens, the defroster blower motor may not function. Well, I took a copy of the recall to my local jeep dealership, bluebonnet jeep in new braunfels, texas. As soon as I walked through the door, I started telling them about the problem with the jeep and how similar it was to the recall. I showed them a copy of the recall and continued telling them how it was behaving. The dealer asked me if I purchased the jeep from them and I told them no. They were very concerned about me not buying the jeep from them, they went out and copied the VIN number down. The attendant stated they could not help me because it was not showing up as being a recall issue. I told them it was giving me all the same problems as this recall and they said they did not care, if the number does not show up on their computer, they will not help. I believe the original recall effects more models of jeep than originally stated and respectfully request this to be investigated. Thanks.
1999 Jeep Wrangler: headlights failing or too dim
8 of the 213 complaints about the 1999 Jeep Wrangler describe headlights failing or too dim.
- owner complaints
- 8
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- typical mileage
- 75,000
- recalls
- 0
Headlights failing or too dim by model year
What owners say
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 jeep wrangler. The odometer fails intermittently when the headlights are illuminated. The dealer stated that the repair would cost $105 to correct the instrumental panel failure. The VIN is not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 99v117000 (other) and the vehicle is out of warranty. The manufacturer was unable to assist. The current mileage was 114,205 and failure mileage was 114,105.
Internal contacts failure in turn signal switch renders turn signals, headlights, and hazard warning inoperative. Problems with this switch have also causes other electrical issues. In some cases, this also drains the battery when the vehicle is off. This is a common issue on jeep wranglers and requires replacement of the switch.
Recall campaign 99v117000 concerning instrument panel screws. Owner stated that the instrument panel gauges did not operate properly when the headlights were turned on. Owner contacted the manufacturer, and was informed that this vehicle was not covered under the recall due to VIN.
When the headlight light switch was turned on all the dashboard lights went out and the gauges malfunctioned. This was caused by the defect as described in recall 99v117000 for instrument panel screws, but this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN.
Car has 30,000 miles, has not been "off road" or misused. Problem(s) started at about 27,000. . Intermittently while driving, instrument panel and radio lose power. If motor is stopped and restarted, power comes on again. *ak 2. Intermittently, headlights go out when signaling for a right or left turn, then turn on again when turn signal is off. 3. Air conditioner intermittently failed to cool associated with an electrical smell before finally failing to cool altogether. 4. Check engine light and airbag light intermittently go on and off. No consequences to date other than the stress of having an undependable and hot vehicle in miami. Mechanics unable to find the problem with the instrument panel. I am told that I need a new air conditioner but cannot afford to replace it at this time.
At 35-40 MPH the headlights and instrument panel went dark. Vehicle has not been inspected by dealer. Please provide additional information. Ts
While driving, the insured was informed that his headlights were on and that the vehicle was smoking, the vehicle was taken to the dealership and consumer was informed that there was a short in the dimmer switch, and the A/C control head. Claim#04-1236-643
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Questions about the 1999 Jeep Wrangler headlights
Is headlights failing or too dim a common problem on the 1999 Jeep Wrangler?
8 of 213 owner complaints about the 1999 Jeep Wrangler (4%) mention headlights failing or too dim. The model year with the most reports is 2010.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1999 Jeep Wrangler?
There is no recall or service bulletin for this area of the car on record.
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