Three problems related to steering have been reported for the 1997 Jeep Cherokee. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
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. In addition, there was excessive smoke coming from the tire and rim on the front passenger side. The contact then smelled a burning odor. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the entire braking system failed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 141,501. Kc.
Tl-the contact owns a 1997 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 mph, the contact turned the steering wheel to change lanes but the wheels did respond. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The tires were replaced and the front end was aligned. The failure recurred. The contact stated that he called a dealer and a mechanic advised him that the intermediate steering shaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 108,000. Mf.
Six days after fuel gauge repair the strap holding the tank broke allowing tank to dangle. Brake failure and steering malfunction.