1998 Jeep Cherokee Sport review from North America
"Bit of a dog really!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Brake rotors replaced twice.
Transfer box replaced.
Steering wheel realigned.
Stereo replaced.
Drivers door seals replaced 3/4 times. Still not right. Wind noise/water.
ABS problematic. Dealer insists it's OK... I drive the car and know better.
Squeaking steering
Indicator stalk sounds like it's shorting/intermittent.
With weight or passengers, the rear passenger side tire rubs on the plastic fender. Only on one side.
Rear view mirror falling off.
Replaced A/C gaskets and recharged the system.
Drivers side window packed up. Motor replaced.
Airbag module. Recall.
Distributor replaced.
General comments?
17 dealer visits in 2 years. Informed that jeep were losing money after 10 visits.
17500 miles. Car seems to have settled down.
Jeep quality control is lamentable.
Schizophrenic, needing constant therapy
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| Part of the family |
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| Not a bad jeep |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 150 miles |
| Most recent distance | 175000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford mustang |
| Date of Entry | 6th April, 2001 |