Four problems related to sway bar 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 driving 35 mph, the vehicle began to vibrate violently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the front upper arm bushings and sway bar needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 166,000.
Vehicle wanders uncontrollably and has too much emphasis when turning corners, and there us a loud grinding noise coming from beneath the vehicle. Sway bar has been replaced four times within the past five years. Dealer has inspected vehicle, and stated that the vehicle could possibly roll over.
Noticed rattle in front somewhere. Took Jeep to dealer at 54,358 miles. They stated that sway bar links needed to be replaced, however, not a safety issue. Later, was on a trip and nearly lost control of vehicle while driving on rough road. Entire front end started to bounce up and down and I thought a wheel had fallen off. Got vehicle stopped. Then it seemed to drive normally. I checked to see if anything was broken and found nothing. Next morning took to dealer in new britain, CT and they stated this is common problem with this vehicle. They replaced, not under warranty, and now seems fine. I was charged for labor and material - not covered under extended service contract I purchased. Seems like a safety issue to me, if you are apt to lose control.
Front sway bars are worn and had to be replaced. Nlm.