1996 Jeep Wrangler Sport review from North America
"A dicey proposition, but fun to drive if you"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I have had significant transmission problems.
1. Stick shift failed after about 16,000 miles, leaving me without control of car. Had to be towed to dealer, who "snapped it" back into place.
2. During cross-country trip, car locked into 5th gear at a highway interchange, leaving me stranded for nearly 3 weeks while fighting with Chrysler as to warranty coverage for new transmission.
Chrysler ultimately covered a new transmission installation.
I am still spooked when driving, expecting the stick shift to fail again, or the clutch to go out, or something equally disturbing and dangerous.
General comments?
My faith in American car manufacturing has been shaken by this car, and the level of customer service at our dealers is appalling.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 15000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 38000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Civic |
| Date of Entry | 18th April, 2003 |