Ignition Problems of Jeep Cherokee

Jeep Cherokee owners have reported 14 problems related to ignition (under the electrical system 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 Ignition problem of the 2000 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 10/13/2005

With the key in the off position, the engine continues to run. This is the third occurrence. I will list the date of first occurrence.

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2 Ignition problem of the 1999 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 04/18/2003

Chrysler knows they have evaporator failures due to inferior coils that last less than 4 years. They need to extend the warranty to cover this cost to the consumer. I will never buy another Jeep Cherokee.

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3 Ignition problem of the 1999 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 09/02/2002

The vehicle stalled and shut down without prior warning. Dealer was aware of the problem. Ts gear shift selector light was inoperative. Transmission shifted hard and slipped on acceleration. Found wrong fluid in transmission. Ignition cylinder loose. Dealer advised this was normal. Transmission banged when put in reverse.

4 Ignition problem of the 1996 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 08/15/2002

1. Electrical short under left side dash, main wire bundle going to fuse box rubbed against bolt and wore through wire causing a short. 2. Neutral safety switch gone bad. 3. Driver's side seat rail broke somewhere and seat rocks around. 4. Rear leaf springs have a negative arch in them causing rear to sag and wheels to rub with minimum weight in vehicle. Dt.

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5 Ignition problem of the 2001 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 03/25/2002

While turning a corner the steering wheel locks up and the engine stalls, Jeep replaced distributer. Nlm.

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6 Ignition problem of the 1998 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 02/10/2001

Three days after a 60000 miles service ( done at 58000 ) my Jeep cut-off and locked up my steering completely. My Jeep had to be towed or drag on the towing truck. The second problem was my bolts keeps coming loose, second time ,transmission and a cracking noise as a result. Diamlierchrysler customer service said, very rude ms shay, maybe road condition. . What hog wash. Is it possible for my Jeep to cut off while driving and completely locking my steering ? I wrote the company with out any response. Would my Jeep start falling apart at 60000 miles? this 58000 miles serice plus whatever cause the next problem cost me $1200 in 5 days. Help !!!.

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7 Ignition problem of the 1996 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 09/15/2000

No summary listed for above vehicle.

8 Ignition problem of the 2000 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 05/22/2000

(1. ) at 245 miles enginecheck light went on. Dealer replaced #5 spark plug and coil ignition system to correct. Four days later the same light went on. Also at 400 miles, 6/3/2000 estrong smell of gasoline in passenger compartment during cold starts.

9 Ignition problem of the 1997 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 10/29/1998

Ignition key failed.

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10 Ignition problem of the 1997 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 09/14/1997

Engine stops without command at speeds up to 65 mph. Diagnostics revealed an apparent loss of ignition run to engine's computer.

11 Ignition problem of the 1996 Jeep Cherokee

Failure Date: 10/28/1996

Ignition key sticks.

12 Ignition problem of the 1997 Jeep Cherokee

Vehicle stalls with no warning and cannot be restarted, vehicle has to be towed. This is due to an electrical problem.

13 Ignition problem of the 1996 Jeep Cherokee

When driving at any speed with not warning the car dies. Please explain.

14 Ignition problem of the 2000 Jeep Cherokee

At 7200 miles the engine check light went on flashing. This happened 2 more time over last winter. Each time the spark plugs are fouled and replaced, the computer reports misfiring in the engine. Then in July my car went on fire after driving 6 miles to the store. I parked my car went into the store only to be called out 5 min later that my car was on fire. The fire department had to break into the car because the hood release was burnt. Chrysler said it was a rodent that chewed the fuel injector harness. Now I'm out my insurance deductible and additional rental car charges. Then 2/1/02 after driving to work 7 mile my car again went on fire after parking. This time my boyfriend heard a crackling sound and saw smoke when he stopped and pulled the hood release, saw flames and throw snow on it to put it out. It's still in the dealing waiting to see what Chrysler has to say now.



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