One problem related to ignition switch has been reported for the 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Vehicle was purchased with approximately 34,000 miles on it. When consumer turns ignition key to on position, guages in the vehicle do not register or activate. When consumer attempts to start vehicle, engine will crank on/- backfire, and then shutdown. Consumer has taken vehicle to a dealership, and had battery replaced twice.