NHTSA — Electrical System: Ignition Problems

10.0

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Crashes / Fires:
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Injuries / Deaths:
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Average Mileage:
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1997 Jeep Cherokee electrical problems

electrical problem

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1997 Jeep Cherokee Owner Comments

problem #4

Feb 182001

Cherokee

  • miles

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While traveling 40mph vehicle stalled and died. No prior warnings, and vehicle would not start. Towed it to dealer.

- La Habra, CA, USA

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problem #3

Oct 291998

Cherokee

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Ignition key failed.

- Lancaster, CA, USA

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problem #2

Sep 141997

Cherokee 4WD

  • miles
Engine stops without command at speeds up to 65 mph. Diagnostics revealed an apparent loss of ignition run to engine's computer.

- Arnold, MD, USA

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problem #1

Dec 101996

(reported on)

Cherokee

  • miles
Vehicle stalls with no warning and cannot be restarted, vehicle has to be towed. This is due to an electrical problem.

- Murphysboro, TN, USA

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