Table 1 shows 13 common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1998 Jeep Wrangler. The number one most common problem is related to the manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe (20 problems). The second most common problem is related to the engine exhaust system (15 problems).
The contact owns a 1998 Jeep Wrangler. While parked, the contact heard an abnormal sound from the side of the engine, as if air was escaping through the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing where the technician stated that the exhaust manifold was fractured and would Read details...
The contact owns a 1998 Jeep Wrangler. While driving approximately 15 mph, the contact heard a loud rattling noise underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the catalytic converter was replaced. Read details...
1998 Jeep Wrangler exhaust manifold cracked. Contacted dealer to check about recall info after repair shop said this was common in 1997 and 1998 Wranglers. No such luck. Had it welded at my expense and have since spoken to many other folks having the same problem. Should be investigated. Read details...