Car Accelerates On Its Own problems of the 1997 Jeep Cherokee

Four problems related to car accelerates on its own have been reported for the 1997 Jeep Cherokee. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Car Accelerates On Its Own problem

Failure Date: 05/27/2003

The vehicle was parked but running. When the driver opened the door the vehicle suddenly accelerated without prior warning. . Consumer sustained injuries from being dragged.

2 Car Accelerates On Its Own problem

Failure Date: 09/20/1998

Was shifting into reverse when vehicle suddenly accelerated backwards. Had foot on brakes at time & not able to stop. Before acceleration , a loud roaring (like revving) sound heard. Had hit brick wall. Taken vehicle to dealer to check out.

3 Car Accelerates On Its Own problem

Failure Date: 07/22/1997

Vehicle experienced sudden acceleration resulting in vehicle roll over and collision.

4 Car Accelerates On Its Own problem

The vehicle was parked but running. When the driver opened the door the vehicle suddenly accelerated without warning. The consumer requested reimbursement for medical bills.

Other Vehicle Speed Control related problems of the 1997 Jeep Cherokee

Vehicle Speed Control problems	6
Car Accelerates On Its Own problems	4
Speed Control Cable problems	2
Accelerator Pedal problems	2
Cruise Control problems	1

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