1990 Jeep Cherokee Laredo review from North America
"This Jeep has been great and Daimler's influence can only improve the line."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
At around 150,000 miles the Cherokee developed a mysterious problem with starting. The dealership was clueless and just wanted to throw parts at it until the problem went away. It didn't! My friendly community mechanic bypassed a wire around the wiring harness and the problem didn't come back.
Drivers side seatbelt clip spring broke and dealer gave me a run-around about fixing it under warranty.
Rear main seal gave out at about 125,000 miles and now needs to be replaced again at 250,000. Major expense!
Clear-coat died after about five years, but I have heard that is a general problem with all Jeeps.
General comments?
This is the most dependable vehicle I have ever owned. It hasn't been fault free, but even with one $750.00 rear-main seal and another one creeping up on me, I have had no other major trouble. (since I learned to keep it out of the shyster dealer's shop)
No other vehicle since my 1965 Falcon has been as much of a workhorse.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1990 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0L 6 Cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 52 miles |
| Most recent distance | 250500 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Celebrity |
| Date of Entry | 6th January, 2003 |