Crack in exhaust manifold @ pipe union allows exhaust fumes to enter vehicle. Also, power steering fluid leekage from steering gear box requires complete steering gearbox replacement @ cost of $1350 on car w/ 49,000 miles.

- Fenton, MI, USA

Exhaust manifold has developed a crack which allows exhaust fumes to escape into passenger compartment. Vehicle doe not meet emissions test requirements.

- Fenton, MI, USA

Exhaust manifold weld cracked, carbon chemicals came inside of car.

- San Louis Obiston, CA, USA

The exhaust manifold cracked nad with end a week was broken in several places. I contact Jeep and several dealers ablout the problem. All said that this has not been a common problem and havent even heard of this happening. After looking the problem up on the internet I found well over 300 documented cases. Jeep strait out lied about the problem and has refused to help resolve it.

- Steamboat Springs, CO, USA

The exhaust manifold cracked and broke off.

- Hudson, NH, USA

Weld on exhaust manifold failed due to normal heating and cooling.

- Valley Park, MO, USA

Exhaust header developed a crack extending more than 80% of the diameter of the pipe. Crack occurred adjacent to the weld which holds the connection flange to the exhaust header. This piece has since been redesigned to correct this issue. Because the miles on the car (a little over 42,000) exceeded the warranty (by 6,000), it is my responsiblity for the costs of parts and labor. If Jeep has redesigned the part to keep the pipe from breaking shouldn't they re-imburse or fix those that had the original design flaw?

- Shawnee, KS, USA

Vehicle would lose pressure and would hesitate. Exhaust manifold was cracked. This caused a leakage. Took to mechanic, and informed consumer he could hear/ see crack. Had throttle sensor replaced. Contacted district manager, mark highland, and was informed that exhaust manifold would be replaced if owner payed for maintenance. It was an alternative.

- Raymond, WA, USA

Exhaust manifold cracked about 2 inch which may cause manifold to drop while driving. This could result in a loss of vehicle control.

- Tipp City, OH, USA

A crack in engine manifold. Manufacturer replaced the manifold at no cost to consumer.

- Concord, CA, USA

Exhaust manifold cracked at 42000 miles just out of warranty.

- Portersville, PA, USA

While driving vehicle started to make noise, consumer pulled over, and noticed a crack in manifold. Took vehicle to dealer, and they said it was ongoing problem since 1994. Consumer felt it was a manufacturer's defect.

- Little Rock, AR, USA

On 10/09/00, while starting my vehicle I heard a noise coming from the engine compartment. I had the vehicle checked at the service station that has worked on my vehicle in the past. At that time I was advised that the exhaust manifold on my Jeep was missing some bolts. The mechanic advised me to contact a Jeep dealership because he had read that the bolts on the Jeep's exhaust manifold break. I then called a local Jeep dealership and advised them of the problem. They asked me how many miles my Jeep had on it and when I told him 83,000 miles, he told me that they only cover until 80,000 miles. If Jeep/Chrysler know this to be a problem with their Jeep, something should be done for the consumer.

- Picture Rocks, PA, USA

Exhaust manifold studs failed due to fatigue of alumimun bolts. Manufacturer has also sent out a tsb #110798 for same defect.

- Picture Rocks, PA, USA

Weld in pipe on manifold cracked. I don't think an exhaust manifold should fail at 52,000 miles. Dealer said there was an extended warranty on 4cy. Manifolds that were cracking but not 6 cyl. Dealer made me pay $200 of the $750 repair. I don't think I should ahve to pay for Chrysler bad weld.

- Carneys Point, NJ, USA

Consumers heard loud muffler noise. When vehicle was decelerating it would start to stall. Repair shop determined that it was a cracked exhaust manifold at a weld. Consumer contacted dealer. Vehicle was not under warranty.

- Russellville, AR, USA

Driving on a local road heard loud noises and noticed a crack in the exhaust manifold. Fumes/odor were getting into vehicle. Contacted dealer. Vehicle was no longer under warranty.

- Conyers, GA, USA

I have only included the one date I can remember that Jeep was in the repair shop. But, to this date, after Jeep warms up and then is shut off for approx 20 minutes, it hesitates on acceleration. Dealer said couldnt duplicate problem. Oil gauge dropped to zero, then engine knocked & I shut off. Dealer said oil pressure ok, could not duplicate prob. It still drops below 20 sometimes, but not zero again. I have had manifold bolts replaced twice and catalytic converter replaced once. Water leaks on passenger side & drivers seat belt gets caught in door latch.

- Dallas, TX, USA

Engine manifold has cracked in several places.

- Chatham, VA, USA

Exhaust manifold had developed cracks & holes & had to be replaced.

- Raleigh, NC, USA