The early versions of the Jeep Cherokee were so popular, they sparked massive competition among SUV manufacturers.
That popularity has continued to this day, but occasionally drivers do have complaints. If you believe your Cherokee may have been sold to you with a known defect,聽reach out to us at 833.422.7529 for a free consultation and we will investigate the problem.
Yearly Jeep Cherokee Complaints, Investigations, and Recalls
If you purchased a new Jeep Cherokee in the last few years, here鈥檚 what you should know, courtesy of the :
The most common complaints revolved around:
- Powertrain
- Engine
- Electrical systems
- Vehicle speed control
- Electronic stability control
Reasons for recalls include:
- Cruise control can鈥檛 be turned off. Some drivers have found the cruise control stays on despite all efforts to turn it off.
- Fire extinguisher may be clogged or inoperable. The vehicle鈥檚 fire extinguisher may not work when it鈥檚 most needed.
- Improper torque on seat fasteners. If the seats aren鈥檛 screwed down properly, they could move under heavy braking or an accident.
- Transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral. If this happens while the vehicle鈥檚 in motion, the risk of an accident increases.
- The liftgate module may short circuit because of a water leak. Short circuits increase the risk of a fire.
Reasons for recalls include:
- Cruise control can鈥檛 be turned off. Some drivers have found the cruise control stays on despite all efforts to turn it off.
- Fire extinguisher may be clogged or inoperable. The vehicle鈥檚 fire extinguisher may not work when it鈥檚 most needed.
- Improper torque on seat fasteners. If the seats aren鈥檛 screwed down properly, they could move under heavy braking or an accident.
- The front halfshafts may fracture. When a halfshaft disconnects from an axle drive, the risk of an accident increases.
- The liftgate module may short circuit because of a water leak. Short circuits increase the risk of a fire.
Reasons for recalls include:
- Cruise control can鈥檛 be turned off. Some drivers have found the cruise control stays on despite all efforts to turn it off.
- Rim information missing from label. Without the tire and rim designation clearly labeled, a technician may unknowingly install the wrong kind onto the vehicle, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
- Improper welds on driver鈥檚 knee airbag inflator. This could prevent the airbag from inflating properly during an accident.
Reasons for recalls include:
- Cruise control can鈥檛 be turned off. Some drivers have found the cruise control stays on despite all efforts to turn it off.
- Rim information missing from label. Without the tire and rim designation clearly labeled, a technician may unknowingly install the wrong kind onto the vehicle, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
- Failed oil pump can stall the engine. A stalled engine increases the risk of a crash, especially when the vehicle鈥檚 in motion.
- Fuel leak may cause a fire. Heat or an ignition source could start a fire.
Information reflects nhtsa.gov data as of 7/29/18.
Seek Legal Assistance for Your Jeep Cherokee
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