Two problems related to power steering hose, piping, and connections have been reported for the 1999 Jeep Cherokee. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Upon inspection of the engine compartment it was discovered that the power steering hose was badly worn from contact with the steering column, it appears that the radiator hose pressed the ower steering hose against the steering column joint. Nlm.
While vehicle was parked consumer noticed power steering hose had rubbed through. Every time wheel was turned it rubbed on power steering hose, next to exhaust manifold. Also had to replace transfer case. The power steering line is adjacent to universal joint on steering shaft, over time when steering wheel is turned, it will eventually wear through, this line is also near exhaust manifold which could cause a fire when steering fluid sprays onto a hot exhaust manifold, the replacement part has been redesigned to keep the line away from the steering shaft, consumer feels the dealer should be liable to replace the part since it is a design defect.