Four problems related to steering wheel have been reported for the 1998 Jeep Cherokee. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Vehicle experienced loss of brakes and steering wheel lock up resulting in minor collision with curb, damage to vehicle. Mjs (attorney for consumer).
While turning left the steering wheel locks prohibiting me from turning. Brought to dealer and after investigating for less than 1/2 hour determined there was no problem. The problem has happened again since service.
When making a left hand turn, the steering wheel would lock up. Took to dealer who had vehicle for 3 weeks & could not find anything wrong w/steering wheel or column.
Hatchback. Steering column boot.