Model year record

1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee

5 recall campaigns on file for this model year. 1,433 owner complaints on file.

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 13V252000

Structure

Component
Structure
Manufacturer
Chrysler Group LLC
Vehicles affected
1,560,000
Reported to NHTSA
2013-06-19
Owners notified
2014-08-01

Defect description

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The fuel tanks in these vehicles are at risk of failure and leakage in certain rear impacts.

Safety risk

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Owners may take their vehicles to dealers and the dealers will perform a free inspection of the rear structure. On vehicles in the recall that are not equipped with a tow hitch, Chrysler will install a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles in the recall that are equipped with an aftermarket tow hitch, Chrysler will assess whether the hitch and surrounding areas show evidence of sharp edges or other puncture risks. If so, Chrysler will replace the tow hitch with a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles already equipped with a Chrysler designed tow hitch, Chrysler will inspect the area around the tow hitch installation, and if any installation issues are identified, they will be repaired free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign numbers are N45 (for the Grand Cherokee vehicles) and N46 (for the Liberty vehicles).

Recall campaignNHTSA 02V053000

Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shift

Component
Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shift
Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Vehicles affected
1,620,000
Reported to NHTSA
2002-02-15
Owners notified
2002-09-23

Defect description

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IF A DRIVER HAS NOT PLACED THE SHIFTER LEVER FULLY INTO THE "PARK" POSITION AND LEAVES THE VEHICLE RUNNING, THE VEHICLE MAY UNEXPECTEDLY MOVE REARWARD AFTER SEEMING TO BE STABLE.

Safety risk

INADVERTENT MOVEMENT OF THE VEHICLE COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SECONDARY DETENT SYSTEM TO THE FLOOR SHIFTER ASSEMBLY. DAIMLERCHRYSLER SENT INTERIM NOTICES TO OWNERS CONCERNING THIS PROBLEM ON MARCH 22, 2002. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 23, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Recall campaignNHTSA 00V136000

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotor

Component
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotor
Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Vehicles affected
589,000
Reported to NHTSA
2000-05-10
Owners notified
2000-06-05

Defect description

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, OR WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. THE FRONT DISC BRAKE ROTORS CAN EXPERIENCE SEVERE CORROSION IF OPERATED FOR AN EXTENSIVE PERIOD IN THE "SALT BELT." IF THE ROTORS ARE NOT REPLACED, THE CORROSION CAN EVENTUALLY COMPROMISE THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE STAMPED STEEL CENTER HUB SECTION OF THE ROTOR.

Safety risk

THE REDUCED STRENGTH CAN ALLOW THE CAST IRON WEAR SURFACE TO SEPARATE FROM THE HUB, REDUCING THE BRAKE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE VEHICLE.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE ROTORS WITH ROTORS THAT ARE COATED WITH A CORROSION PROTECTION.

Recall campaignNHTSA 97V194000

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly

Component
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
Manufacturer
CHRYSLER CORPORATION
Vehicles affected
360,000
Reported to NHTSA
1997-11-07
Owners notified
1998-06-16

Defect description

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE FUEL TANK MOUNTED FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNIT ACCURACY CAN DEGRADE OVER TIME, INDICATING SIGNIFICANTLY MORE FUEL IN RESERVE THAN IS ACTUALLY PRESENT.

Safety risk

OWNERS MAY NOT BE AWARE THAT THEIR VEHICLE IS LOW ON FUEL INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH IF THE VEHICLE STOPS DUE TO NO FUEL.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNIT.

Recall campaignNHTSA 97V080000

Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive

Component
Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive
Manufacturer
CHRYSLER CORPORATION
Vehicles affected
125,000
Reported to NHTSA
1997-05-16
Owners notified
1997-07-15

Defect description

THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT DESIGN ALLOWS THE POTENTIAL FOR AN INADVERTENT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT UPON VEHICLE IGNITION SHUT DOWN.

Safety risk

UNEXPECTED AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT CAN RESULT IN OCCUPANT INJURY.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AIR BAG ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE WITH A NEWLY DESIGNED MODULE.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

ComponentComplaintsMedian mileage
Power train: automatic transmission: park/neutral start interlock switch127
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotor8275,000 mi
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly7867,798 mi
Fuel system, other77132,520 mi
Power train: automatic transmission5495,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip5391,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion system46165,893 mi
Fuel system, other: storage: fuel gauge system4492,000 mi
Fuel system, gasoline38152,000 mi
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump3490,225 mi
Electrical system33153,000 mi
Vehicle speed control32100,003 mi
Unknown or other30100,003 mi
Power train: driveline: differential unit278,000 mi
Engine and engine cooling24135,000 mi
Steering23141,501 mi
Air bags: frontal22110,000 mi
Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline22
Power train22102,908 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc22
Structure2156 mi
Suspension2090,000 mi
Engine and engine cooling: engine1898,000 mi
Structure: body18130,000 mi
Equipment: appliance: air conditioner17117,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components1626,000 mi
Engine15152,000 mi
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe12112,000 mi
Equipment: electrical: radio/tape deck/CD etc.12
Power train: axle assembly: axle shaft1295,000 mi
Tires12163,097 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: pads11105,000 mi
Structure: body: door11113,000 mi
Air bags10135,298 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic1082,000 mi
Power train: axle assembly997,000 mi
Seats9108,934 mi
Suspension: rear959,000 mi
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer9
Steering: hydraulic power assist: pump8116,400 mi
Suspension: front865,000 mi
Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline: belts and associated pulleys7
Exterior lighting746,822 mi
Latches/locks/linkages: hood: latch775,580 mi
Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: column shift7
Visibility: power window devices and controls7
Interior lighting6100,003 mi
Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shift690,000 mi
Power train: driveline: driveshaft6
Power train: manual transmission5
Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)5141,200 mi
Steering: hydraulic power assist system588,000 mi
Structure: body: door: hinge and attachments5165,000 mi
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal5
Electrical system: ignition4165,893 mi
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system4100,003 mi
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery4113,000 mi
Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch4106,000 mi
Parking brake4
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: ABS warning light4105,000 mi
Steering: steering wheel/handle bar4
Wheels4217,000 mi
Electrical system: horn3
Electrical system: wiring3140,000 mi
Electrical system: wiring: front underhood3115,000 mi
Electrical system: wiring: interior/under dash3
Electronic stability control (ESC)3132,520 mi
Equipment3100,003 mi
Exterior lighting: turn signal: switch3
Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system3
Fuel system, gasoline: storage3
Parking brake: conventional3
Power train: automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines3
Power train: automatic transmission: gear position indication (PRNDL)3
Seat belts: front: buckle assembly374,500 mi
Service brakes3120,000 mi
Structure: body: hood3149,200 mi
Structure: frame and members3
Tires: tread/belt3103,000 mi
Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices352,000 mi
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly3
Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module2140,000 mi
Air bags: side/window2
Electrical system: ignition: switch2
Electrical system: software2144,000 mi
Electrical system: wiring: rear compartment/trunk2
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: hoses/lines/piping/fittings2
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: radiator assembly2
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system2100,003 mi
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control2
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer: LPG systems: tank valve/gauge2115,057 mi
Exterior lighting: headlights2
Exterior lighting: tail lights2
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings2
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap2
Power train: driveline2
Power train: transfer case (4-wheel drive)2
Seat belts2135,298 mi
Seats: front assembly: power adjust2100,000 mi
Seats: front assembly: seat heater/cooler2
Steering: rack and pinion2
Structure: frame and members: underbody shields2145,000 mi
Suspension: front: springs: leaf spring assembly2
Suspension: front: wheel bearing2
Suspension: multiple axle2
Trailer hitches2
Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system: fan/motor2
Visibility: rear window wiper/washer: motor2
Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices: exterior230,000 mi
Visibility: windshield2
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: motor2
Electrical system: 12V/24V/48V battery1
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator1
Electrical system: ignition: module1
Electrical system: starter assembly: relay1
Equipment adaptive/mobility1
Exterior lighting: back up lights1
Exterior lighting: headlights: concealment devices1
Exterior lighting: headlights: high/low beam dimmer switch1143,000 mi
Exterior lighting: turn signal1158,000 mi
Fuel system, diesel: storage: tank assembly1122,000 mi
Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system: injectors1
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting1
Fuel system, other: storage168,000 mi
Fuel system, other: storage: tank assembly1127,000 mi
Latches/locks/linkages1100,003 mi
Latches/locks/linkages: hatchback/liftgate: lock1
Parking brake: driveline1
Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/TECM)1
Power train: automatic transmission: torque converter1
Power train: axle assembly: banjo housing197,000 mi
Power train: clutch assembly1
Power train: driveline: constant velocity joint1
Power train: manual transmission: column shift assembly1
Power train: manual transmission: floor shift assembly1
Seat belts: front: anchorage1
Seat belts: front: retractor1
Service brakes, air: antilock1
Service brakes, air: disc: rotor1
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module1
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: drum1
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: drum: shoes/linings1
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder1
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum1
Steering: column locking: anti-theft device1
Steering: gear box: shaft sector165,000 mi
Structure: body: bumpers1
Structure: body: hatchback/liftgate1
Structure: body: tailgate1
Suspension: front: shock absorber1
Suspension: front: springs: torsion bar1
Suspension: front: stabilizer bar1
Suspension: rear: axle: spindle159,000 mi
Suspension: rear: shock absorber1
Tires: sidewall1
Tires: temporary/emergency spare tire171,976 mi
Visibility132,000 mi
Visibility/wiper1
Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system1123,000 mi
Visibility: glass, side/rear1

The 1996 model has roughly the same number of complaints as this one. The 1998 model has roughly the same number of complaints as this one. These figures reflect raw complaint counts, not failure rates. Higher-selling model years naturally receive more complaints.

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.