Gasoline Engine problems of the 1998 Jeep Wrangler

Two problems related to gasoline engine have been reported for the 1998 Jeep Wrangler. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 06/07/2000

Car died suddenly in busy hwy rush-hour traffic,gage showed over1/4 tank gas,almost got rear-ended w/sudden loss of power,gas pedal not responding,lights still worked. . Tow-truck driver said he had seen lots of g. Jeepchekees died suddenly w/gas-gauge showing gas in tank&when a bit of gas was added,they started. We added qt. Gas and our car started,still showing +1/4tank. This sudden death could have caused serious accident plus we had to leave car and exit in middle of very busy road. . Maybe Wranglers have same problem as gr. Cherokee?this is very scary and worrisome. . Car was fine and no warning before it died.

2 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 03/15/1998

Engine ear main seal malfunction.




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