Steering Related Problems of the 1997 Jeep Cherokee

Table 1 shows five common steering related problems of the 1997 Jeep Cherokee. The number one most common problem is related to the steering wheel (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering (three problems).

Table 1. Steering related problems of Jeep Cherokee


Recently reported Steering problems of the 1997 Jeep Cherokee

The Steering Wheel problem

Steering column locked up while traveling on highway, also steering lock broke off. Dealership is aware of problem. .   Read details...

The Steering problem

Tl - the contact owns a 1997 Jeep grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be serviced under NHTSA campaign number: 13v252000 (fuel system, gasoline , structure). After the vehicle being serviced, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver.   Read details...

The Power Steering Pump problem

Radiator & various ac parts needed replacement. Steering gave out in 2002. A screw went through an engine part. Recently, a joint connecting the axel to the steering mechanism had to be replaced. Fuel pump failed. Incredibly, it is inside the gas tank.   Read details...


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