Steering Related Problems of the 1997 Jeep Wrangler

Table 1 shows nine common steering related problems of the 1997 Jeep Wrangler. The number one most common problem is related to the steering wheel (seven problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering linkages (six problems).


Recently reported Steering problems of the 1997 Jeep Wrangler

The Steering Wheel problem

Column shaft upper bearing fell off, causing car to wobble on the freeway.   Read details...

The Steering Linkages problem

I bought my 1997 Jeep Wrangler in June, 2002 from a used car dealer in baltimore, MD with an as-is warranty and was told the vehicle had passed inspection and was in good condition. It had 64,000 miles on it and appeared to be good. Since then I have had nothing but problems with this Jeep.   Read details...

The Steering problem

Frame was rotted through from control arm towards the back of the vehicle. The vehicle braking ability became difficult and hard to steer.   Read details...


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