Structure Related Problems of the 1998 Jeep Wrangler

Table 1 shows six common structure related problems of the 1998 Jeep Wrangler. The number one most common problem is related to the body (eight problems). The second most common problem is related to the frame rust (seven problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Jeep Wrangler


Recently reported Structure problems of the 1998 Jeep Wrangler

The Body problem

Had to replace the frame due to left rear rusted through the whole frame, just a small amount of the frame was left. Other areas had rust eating threw the frame, and in a matter of time would have failed!!!.   Read details...

The Frame Rust problem

Jeep Wrangler frames rust from inside out due to moisture getting in through upper part of frames where their are holes and settling to lower part of frame where their are no drain holes. Their may have not been an issue if Jeep had just put in drain holes in lower part of frame.   Read details...

The Structure problem

I have a 1998 Jeep Wrangler. The paint on the side mirrors & the back window hinges are chipping. Not to mention the fenders front & rear are fadded. They were once black & are now grey. I have noticed that the many Jeeps out on the road are having the same problem.   Read details...


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