Six problems related to engine shut off without warning have been reported for the 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While idling or driving at low speeds, the vehicle shuts off. A diagnostic was performed and the dealer provided the contact with a list of potential issues and parts that needed replacing. The contact stated that most of those parts were already replaced; therefore, they could not be the source of the failure. The dealer would not test drive the vehicle due to its age. The manufacturer advised her to take the vehicle to another dealer, but she would have to pay for another diagnostic. The failure mileage was 136,600.
The contact owns a 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While driving 60 mph the engine shut off and stalled on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and it was repaired several times; however, they currently are unable to diagnose the failure. The computer in the vehicle was also repaired twice. The manufacturer was called and stated that due to the age of the vehicle they will not warranty the repairs and he should take the vehicle to an authorized dealer. The failure mileage was 75,000. The current mileage was 95,000.
Vehicle will shut off intermittently, regardless of speed, outside temperature, length of time engine runs, or any other conceivable factor. A few weeks ago, I drove it to a town 30 miles away and back with no issue. The next time I drove it, the engine shut off two blocks away from my residence. There is no pattern to the malfunctions nor computer codes to download. Have replaced computer, connectors to computer, crankshaft sensor, camshaft sensor, and many other numerous parts. Various mechanics have been unable to diagnose, some have given up due to frustration. Chrysler dealerships deny ever hearing of the problem, however, I have met three other Grand Cherokee owners in person who have had identical issues. Internet searches will reveal numerous complaints for this vehicle.
Consumer exerienced a sudden loss of power and engine shut down while driving in town. Aaa added a gallon of fuel and the vehicle started and ran well, when engine shutdown occured the fuel gauge indicated there was 1/4 to 1/8th of fuel remaining in vhicle. There is a recall on the fuel sending unit but vehicle not included due to VIN.
While driving on highway at approx. 65 mph on a dry normal day, engine shut off, causing vehicle to lose powe,; almost causing vehicle behined to run into consumer's vehicle bumper. Dealer inspected vehicle,and informed consumer that the bolt on engine mounts were broken. Repairs would not be covered under warranty. Can NHTSA help in this matter.
Consumer was driving approx. 45-55 mph up hill on the express way when vehicle's engine shut off in the middle of traffic.