Steering Wheel problems of the 2001 Jeep Cherokee

Five problems related to steering wheel have been reported for the 2001 Jeep Cherokee. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Jeep Cherokee based on all problems reported for the 2001 Cherokee.

1 Steering Wheel problem

Failure Date: 09/20/2002

The vehicle made noise when steering wheel was turned. Dealer lubricated the steering column.

2 Steering Wheel problem

Failure Date: 09/20/2001

There is vibration in the steering wheel. Gears are stuck when trying to change gears. Dealership is aware of problem. Steering wheel does not lock. Consumer feels vibration in steering wheel, gas pedal, passenger door, gear shift, and passenger seat, consumer hears a noise that sounds like it is coming from the rims. Air conditioner switch needed reset. Hood is out of line, drivers side door panel needs replacing and there is a gap at the top of the outside. Engine light is illuminated. Glove box light went out. Upper ball joint was replaced.

3 Steering Wheel problem

Failure Date: 05/15/2001

When brakes are applied vehicle vibrates. Dealer had surfaced front and rear rotors, but problem has reoccurred. Humming noise from steering when making sharp left turns. Front window skips when putting window down with auto, dealer lubed window tracks.

4 Steering Wheel problem

Failure Date: 03/06/2001

Structure underneath is rusting out. Also, brake line is corroded/ exhaust is pitted, and steering spindle rusted and corroded. Front and rear suspension are corroded also.

5 Steering Wheel problem

Consumer called complaining about having a problem with the steering pump. Also stated that it has been replace three different times on the last six months and now it is happend again for the forth time. Dealer was contacted and stated that the lemon law will only cover three times and nothing else. Ts.




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