Door Latch Problems of Jeep Cherokee

Jeep Cherokee owners have reported 20 problems related to door latch (under the latches/locks/linkage category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Jeep Cherokee based on all problems reported for the Cherokee.

1 Door Latch problem of the 2021 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 10/25/2021

The contact rented a 2021 Jeep Cherokee latitude. The contact stated while driving approximately 70mph when the contact lost control of the vehicle and experienced a head on collision to the front end of the vehicle. While the contact was attempting to leave the vehicle post accident, the driver side interior door handle would not function and open the driver side door. Which resulted in the contact having to open the door via the exterior door handle. All airbags deployed minus driver side airbags. A police report was filed and the contact sought medical treatment and sustained a mild concussion, hematoma on legs and bruising on chest abdomen, and face. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot where it was awaiting diagnosis. The manufacturer was not informed of failure. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000. The VIN number was unavailable.

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2 Door Latch problem of the 2019 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 12/01/2020

The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph, the rear hatch door erroneously opened causing the dog to fall out of the vehicle. The contact indicated that the failure had occurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer new smyrna beach Jeep located at 2555 FL-44, new smyrna beach, FL 32168 who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 13,000.

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3 Door Latch problem of the 2001 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 05/18/2004

Door hinges fail and cause door to become unaligned. This causes the lock latch to bump against the hook. This has caused the latch to break off inside of the door.

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4 Door Latch problem of the 1998 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 04/01/2004

While driving fuel gage fluctuates leaving the consumer with no knowledge of how much gas is in the gas tank. Also, the electrical locking mechanism for the doors malfunctioned. Upon using the automatic lock button, it will not lock unless consumer gets out of the vehicle, and uses the key. Also, consumer has to use the key to lock the tailgate. The consumer sited the recall for the fuelgage needed to fix the vehicle. The vehicle was not covered under the recall for the consumers vehicle.

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5 Door Latch problem of the 2000 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 02/27/2004

Consumer stated that driver's side door was not working properly. Consumer could not lock door with a key or with the remote control. Also, same thing happened with passenger's side door. Mechanic told consumer that the design was changed on this vehicle which meant that everything was put together,and nothing was not working.

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6 Door Latch problem of the 2000 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 02/25/2004

Power door lock mechanism stopped working. Consumer was unable to open the doors with the key. Dealer determined latches malfunctioned, and needed to be replaced at $268. 0o each plus labor at consumer's expense.

7 Door Latch problem of the 2000 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 09/05/2003

Door and windshield wont work properly. Dealer stated the need to replace the electrical harness. Vehicle's warranty expired.

8 Door Latch problem of the 2000 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 03/03/2003

The power locks make loud noise when activated. Eventually the rear door lock will not unlock.

9 Door Latch problem of the 2000 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 03/01/2003

The power door locks made a loud noise when activated. Eventually, the rear doors couldn't be unlocked.

10 Door Latch problem of the 1997 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 10/25/2002

Consumer states that the hatchback door will not open. Dealer notified repaired and replaced. Ts.

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11 Door Latch problem of the 1996 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 03/01/2001

No summary listed for above vehicle.

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12 Door Latch problem of the 1997 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 09/04/2000

Metal around driver's door latch has ripped away, leaving latch sitting with no support. Dealer has been contacted.

13 Door Latch problem of the 1999 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 05/19/1999

Having trouble with the driver side locks.

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14 Door Latch problem of the 1998 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 12/10/1998

Door lock and screws fell out of door. Yh.

15 Door Latch problem of the 1998 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 06/17/1998

At 11,029 front pads and rotors were replaced, sway-bar bushings were replaced, exhaust hanger was replaced, drivers seat squeeked (fixed under recall), and exterior door button broke. Now, at 27,098 rotors and pads need replaced again, transfer case and front differental input shaft leaked and repaired.

16 Door Latch problem of the 1996 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 10/01/1996

Rear latch failed.

17 Door Latch problem of the 1996 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 12/15/1995

Passenager door does not open from the outside, dealer can't find a problem.

18 Door Latch problem of the 1999 Jeep Cherokee

Passenger's door doesn't open, and alarm system goes on and off intermittently. Also, muffler system drags all the way down to floor. Dealership is aware of problem.

19 Door Latch problem of the 1997 Jeep Cherokee

When unlocking the door with the key the door will unlock with the key turning to the unlocked position. But when lifting the handle, the door will not open. Repaired once and dealer cannot duplicate the problem.

20 Door Latch problem of the 2002 Jeep Cherokee

Cpnsumer complained about a problem with the power locks on the doors.

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