Four problems related to differential unit have been reported for the 1997 Jeep Cherokee. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Vehicle never off road. Repair dealer replaced axle part #2011001 for a cost of $1265. 00. Repair dealer is napa Chrysler, 333 soscol Ave. , napa, CA 94559, 707-224-3166.
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Incidents occured while driving in about 2-4 inches of snow on city streets. The vehicle was in four wheel drive. When attempting to turn a corner at intersections the front wheels locked up and plowed through the snow. The vehicle could not be steered, and I had to come to a stop to avoid crashing into curb. This occured virtually every time I attempted right or left turns at intersections in the snow.
Grinding ticking sound and gas leaks. Dealer said the tank warped and the noise came from read differential bearings. Water leaks from windshield.