Four problems related to battery have been reported for the 1996 Jeep Cherokee. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The vehicle ignited after being parked for approximately 2 hours. Fire investigation pinpointed start in the main housing of the electrical, in the firewall.
While starting vehicle engine would not turn. Service technician stated fuel pump needed to be replaced. Also, battery was drained. Problems had return. The replaced fuel pump failed and had to be repaired under warranty.
Battery replaced.
Battery running low bracket broke in half, no reason for failure.