Three problems related to sway bar have been reported for the 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The problems that are being recalled on the Dodge durango are the exact same problems that I experienced with my 98 Jeep Grand Cherokee with only 55,770 miles on it. The steering was so sloppy and the vehicle leaned very hard and easily that on a turn, it felt very very dangerous. I got quotes at the dealership which were astronomical, so I decided to look elsewhere. Fearing roll over dangers on this vehicle, I decided to get some front and rear addco sway bars, which at the time were the strongest sway bars. After getting the sway bars via courier, I priced around and took them to four wheel parts located at 2500 marine Ave. #1, redondo beach, CA 90278. I explained the problems to them. I explained that I wanted safer shocks and I didn't want the vehicle to roll-over, so they took things apart and found that the tie rods were junk. They repaired everything and charged me $2536. 44 on 05/07/03, invoice # 42-045575, and that doesn't include the price of the sway bars. After the work was done, I found that the vehicle has a lot tighter turning radius and it doesn't drift or push into the next lane in a turn any more. Basically, it felt like a brand-new vehicle and I paid the bill to prove it. I have the entire work order in front of me.
Vehicle makes a knocking noise. Noise appears to be coming from area of front passenger tire area. . . . My mechanic has replaced the shocks, control arm bushings and transmission mount strap and track bar bushings. . . . This has not solved the problem. The Jeep dealership in north charleston, SC has replaced the sway bar links and basically rebuilt the rear end. . . . Still knocking persists. Jeep advises noise is normal. . . I disagree. Jeep worked on this vehicle about 2 years ago. . . My mechanic in January of 2003. Knocking only occurs over light bumps, roughness in road. . . Or on dirt roads. Knocking especially loud when turning a corner. Would really appreciate any information on this. Also, in mornings especially when cold outside when you put Jeep into reverse a loud whining noise coming from rear. Have had transmission fluid changed, but did not help.
Front suspension squeaks and grinds when driving down a bumpy road or making a turn. Dealer contacted and is aware of the problem. Stated motor mounts were not properly installed. Also, sway bar links and bushings needed to be replaced, will back order part and replace them.