1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo review from North America

Alternator at 65,000km.

Brake pads and rotors at 40,000km.

Front swaybar links replaced twice, once under warranty.

Rear wiper motor died.

Front u-joints, steering stabilizer, and centre link replaced just after warranty expired.

Transmission oil pan rusted through and needs to be replaced.

Air conditioning condenser needs to be replaced.

Daytime running light module failed.

Anti-lock brakes have been disabled (pulled the fuse out) due too bad sensor.

Lift gate latch broke.

Rear differential pinion seal failed and luckily I noticed it in time before major damage to the differential.

Terrible fuel mileage.

A lot of rust developing on lift gate around the license plate bezel.

This vehicle was pretty enjoyable to own for the first 60,000 km., which happened to be the term of my warranty. After that it was just one thing after another. Luckily I can do my own mechanical repairs or this dog would have been gone a long time ago.

As a matter of fact, as soon as I get all the current problems fixed I will be getting rid of it.

After owning many GM vehicles over the years this was the first Chrysler product I have owned and it will also be the last!

I will be buying a Chevy Equinox as soon as I can unload this piece of junk.