4.5

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
24,667 miles

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1997 Jeep Wrangler electrical problems

electrical problem

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1997 Jeep Wrangler Owner Comments

problem #3

May 152003

Wrangler 4WD 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 74,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

I bought my 1997 Jeep Wrangler in June, 2002 from a used car dealer in baltimore, md with an as-is warranty and was told the vehicle had passed inspection and was in good condition. It had 64,000 miles on it and appeared to be good. Since then I have had nothing but problems with this Jeep. First the wiring harness, then the transmission, now a diagnosis to replace the intake and exhaust manifold, replaced fuel pump and has a faulty fuel gauge, and possibly the stabilizer bar or steering components. This Jeep is costing me more in repairs than the actual value of it. I fear that it is unsafe and that I M facing more expenses if I keep it, but I am still making payments on it. Do I have any recourse as far as lemon law protection, recalls, help!!! I don't know what to do with it.

- Pasadena, MD, USA

problem #2

Jun 051998

Wrangler 4WD

  • miles
Probable faulty connection at ignition switch - problem persists.

- Bridgehampton, NY, USA

problem #1

Apr 291999

Wrangler 4WD

  • miles
Engine harness bad in vehicle.vehicle has been to dealer for lots of problems since new.the latest is the harness problem.the vehicle has been to the dealer 4 times, and is at present time is still at dealer.they have had it going on three weeks now.no one can find the proper parts or a correct way of fixing it.I have contacted Chrysler more times then I care to recall, but still the same answer that they are trying everything to fix the problem.this last time 2 wires in engine harness melted, I feel that the vehicle is unsafe and unreliable.if you can help in anyway I would greatly appreciate it, thank you james haven.

- Woodlawn, MD, USA

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