Two problems related to ignition coils failure have been reported for the 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Tl- the contact owns a 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the vehicle would suddenly shut off with out warning. After restarting the engine the vehicle would operate as normal. The contact indicated that restarting the vehicle had become progressively more difficult after the failure had occurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the ignition coil was faulty. The coil was replaced but the failure continued to occur. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 150,000. Jft.
The contact owns a 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact was driving 40 mph when the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle only for it to stall a second time. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic for diagnostic testing which resulted in a faulty ignition coil. The mechanic replaced the ignition coil but the repair did not remedy the stalling failure. The mechanic suggested that the computer be changed in the vehicle but warned the contact that the replacement may not remedy the failure. The contact was concerned because no one could determine the cause of the failure. The failure mileage was 153,000.