1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo review from North America

Normal problems need not be mentioned, but because most people list them, here we go.

I've had to replace:

The brakes (pads, rotors and shoes).

Two water pumps.

All in one belt 3 times (not because it broke, but something called preventive maintenance, a very neat concept to keep from being stranded on the side of the highway or in the remote back woods!).

Radiator.

Thermostat twice a year (late fall, 180 deg F, spring, 160 deg F).

Rear main (my mistake, the oil filter housing to block o-ring gave out and I miss interpreted it as a rear main, I felt stupid, but I have a new rear main and the oil filter housing seal has been replaced too).

Rear wheel bearings were roaring, I replaced them and they still roar, I just turn up the radio (killer sound system!).

The last repair was a brain transplant (part ordered on-line for $150.00).

I once heard the comment, "Are all Jeeps made to traverse the Rubicon Trail", I can't say anything for others, but I wouldn't hesitate to try it with mine!

The vehicle is utility all the way - towing, pulling, mountain climbing, hauling kayaks (another favorite pastime in which the Jeep serves me well), mud, snow, creeks, rock beds, I could go on and on. (280,000 miles worth!).

Gas mileage... well, not near as good as my GEO Metro 3 cylinder, but then it serves a different purpose. City, 19 mpg consistently, Highway (not towing or hauling kayaks) 22 mpg. I can't complain, I just jump in the GEO if I feel the need for 40 mpg!