Visibility Problems of Jeep Cherokee

Jeep Cherokee owners have reported 244 visibility related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 16 most common visibility problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's wiper (121 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's power window (47 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Visibility problems of Jeep Cherokee

The Wiper problem

The rear defroster or related electrical wiring in the rear glass/liftgate area appears to have malfunctioned and shorted, causing a fire while the vehicle was parked, turned off, and unattended. The fire resulted in the rear glass shattering/blowing out.   Read details...

The Power Window problem

The Jeep window regulator is a known issue and mine has broke twice in one week. I have a 2000 Jeep Cherokee and it is in the shop to have the third window regulator installed. This is a constant issue with Jeeps and should have a recall issued and fix the problem.   Read details...

The Defogger problem

The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while at a stop, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the vehicle hesitated to respond before suddenly surging forward. The contact also stated that the vehicle would not operate in reverse or drive.   Read details...

The Windshield problem

The contact's granddaughter owns a 2016 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated while his granddaughter was at a stand still at a railroad crossing, the rear windshield shattered independently without impact. The contact stated he was not aware of any warning light was illuminated.   Read details...

The Windshield Wiper/washer problem

The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to shift into gear properly with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact also stated that the vehicle jerked while the accelerator was depressed, and the vehicle   Read details...




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