1993 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE: complaints, problems and recalls
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
314 owner complaints analyzed
7 distinct recall campaigns
130,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 1993 model year. Data snapshot: . 53 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip is the most frequently named component, appearing in 21 of 314 complaints (6.7%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 52 | 16.6% |
| Steering behavior | 33 | 10.5% |
| Transmission and shifting | 20 | 6.4% |
| Fuel system concerns | 13 | 4.1% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 10 | 3.2% |
| Engine operation | 8 | 2.5% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 21 |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission | 19 |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch | 18 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 15 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 15 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 15 |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 11 |
| Structure:Body:Door | 11 |
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip: 21; Power Train:Automatic Transmission: 19; Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch: 18; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine: 15; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor: 15; Vehicle Speed Control: 15; Electrical System:Ignition: 11; Structure:Body:Door: 11
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 2 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 0 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 3 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 7 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 25 |
| 150,000 and above | 16 |
Under 25,000: 2; 25,000 to 49,999: 0; 50,000 to 74,999: 3; 75,000 to 99,999: 7; 100,000 to 149,999: 25; 150,000 and above: 16
100,000 to 149,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (25). 261 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 60 |
| 1996 | 39 |
| 2000 | 41 |
| 2001 | 49 |
| 2002 | 44 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 3 |
| 2006 | 2 |
| 2007 | 4 |
| 2008 | 1 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2011 | 1 |
| 2013 | 1 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2020 | 1 |
1995: 60; 1996: 39; 2000: 41; 2001: 49; 2002: 44; 2003: 22; 2004: 15; 2005: 3; 2006: 2; 2007: 4; 2008: 1; 2009: 2; 2010: 1; 2011: 1; 2013: 1; 2014: 14; 2015: 11; 2016: 2; 2017: 1; 2020: 1
Pattern summary
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 52 complaint narratives. Steering behavior appears in 33 complaint narratives. Transmission and shifting appears in 20 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Examples from the source records
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 10001362 · 2002-12-23 (December 23, 2002)
CONSUMER HAD SHIFT LEVER RECALL 02V053000 REMEDIED ON 12/03/02. NOW GEARS ARE NO LONGER LOCKED. CONSUMER IS ABLE TO MOVE FROM PARK TO ALL OTHER GEARS WITHOUT DEPRESSING SHIFT LOCK RELEASE BUTTON. TS
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 10001362 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10001733 · 2002-12-31 (December 31, 2002)
CONSUMER SAID THAT THE SHOCKS ON THE VEHICLE WERE VERY BAD CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO BOUNCE VERY BAD. TS
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 10001733 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10004434 · 2003-02-03 (February 3, 2003)
AFTER AVOIDING A VEHICLE WHICH CROSSED THE CENTER LANE, THE DRIVER'S VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION. THE VEHICLE RAN INTO A FENCE THEN CRASHED INTO A TREE. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED INTERNAL INJURIES. *NLM
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 10004434 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10006180 · 2003-02-12 (February 12, 2003)
CONSUMER REQUESTED CHRYSLER TO PAY THE BILL FOR R+R REAR END. SCC *JB
Owner-reported narrative. 107,525 miles reported. Look up ODI 10006180 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10009347 · 2003-02-26 (February 26, 2003)
THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR DISCONNECTED FROM THE VEHICLE, UPON TAKE OFF.*JB
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 10009347 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10011358 · 2003-03-19 (March 19, 2003)
INTERMITTENT STALLING DUE TO IGNITION COIL BURNING OUT. *AK
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 10011358 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10012374 · 2003-03-24 (March 24, 2003)
DEFECTIVE IGNITION COIL. *MR THE IGNITION COIL HAD CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO BREAK DOWN ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE CONSUMER TRIED TO FIND WHAT THE CAUSE MAY HAVE BEEN AND DETERMINED THE VEHICLE WAS GETTING ENOUGH FUEL BUT NO SPARK, UNFORTUNATELY THIS REPAIR DIDN'T REMEDY THE PROBLEM. THE CONSUMER REQUESTED TO BE COMPENSATED FOR THE TIME, MONEY, AND EFFORT SPENT ON FIXING THE VEHICLE. *SCC *JB
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 10012374 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10017083 · 2003-05-05 (May 5, 2003)
PEELING PAINT
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 10017083 at NHTSA ↗
Recall history
7 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
02V053000 · Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift
Reported: 2002-02-15 (February 15, 2002)
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IF A DRIVER HAS NOT PLACED THE SHIFTER LEVER FULLY INTO THE "PARK" POSITION AND LEAVES THE VEHICLE RUNNING, THE VEHICLE MAY UNEXPECTEDLY MOVE REARWARD AFTER SEEMING TO BE STABLE.
Consequence: INADVERTENT MOVEMENT OF THE VEHICLE COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SECONDARY DETENT SYSTEM TO THE FLOOR SHIFTER ASSEMBLY. DAIMLERCHRYSLER SENT INTERIM NOTICES TO OWNERS CONCERNING THIS PROBLEM ON MARCH 22, 2002. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 23, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
NHTSA campaign record ↗13V252000 · Structure | Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
Reported: 2013-06-19 (June 19, 2013)
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The fuel tanks in these vehicles are at risk of failure and leakage in certain rear impacts.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy: Owners may take their vehicles to dealers and the dealers will perform a free inspection of the rear structure. On vehicles in the recall that are not equipped with a tow hitch, Chrysler will install a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles in the recall that are equipped with an aftermarket tow hitch, Chrysler will assess whether the hitch and surrounding areas show evidence of sharp edges or other puncture risks. If so, Chrysler will replace the tow hitch with a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles already equipped with a Chrysler designed tow hitch, Chrysler will inspect the area around the tow hitch installation, and if any installation issues are identified, they will be repaired free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign numbers are N45 (for the Grand Cherokee vehicles) and N46 (for the Liberty vehicles).
NHTSA campaign record ↗92V181000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages
Reported: 1992-12-14 (December 14, 1992)
THE RETAINER CLIP WHICH SECURES THE MASTER CYLINDER INPUT ROD TO THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS NOT INSTALLED PROPERLY, AND COULD WORK LOOSE.
Consequence: DISENGAGEMENT OF THE RETAINER CLIP WILL ALLOW FREE PLAYIN THE ATTACHMENT AND CAN ALLOW THE INPUT ROD TO SEPARATE FROM THE BRAKE PEDALCAUSING COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKE APPLICATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy: IMPROPERLY INSTALLED RETAINER CLIPS WILL BE REMOVED AND NEW RETAINER CLIPS WILL BE PROPERLY INSTALLED.
NHTSA campaign record ↗93V051000 · Suspension:Front
Reported: 1993-04-02 (April 2, 1993)
THE ECCENTRIC CAM ADJUSTER BOLTS IN BOTH FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM-TO-FRONT AXLE BRACKET ATTACHMENTS MAY FAIL DUE TO ASSEMBLY MISALIGNMENT.
Consequence: CAM BOLT FAILURES CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO PULL TO ONESIDE WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED, RESULTING IN A POSSIBLE LOSS OF VEHICLECONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy: REPLACE THE FRONT SUSPENSION CAM BOLTS, CAM WASHERS, AND NUTS WITH COMPONENTS OF A DIFFERENT DESIGN.
NHTSA campaign record ↗93V055000 · Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate
Reported: 1993-04-08 (April 8, 1993)
GREASE APPLIED TO THE LIFTGATE LATCH RUBBER BUMPERS TO EASE COMPONENT ASSEMBLY CAUSED THE BUMPER TO SWELL, INTERFERING WITH THE MOVEMENT OF THE LIFTGATE LATCH PAWL. THIS PREVENTS THE LIFTGATE LATCHING WHEN CLOSED AND DIFFICULT TO OPEN WHEN LATCHED.
Consequence: AN UNLATCHED LIFTGATE CAN OPEN WHILE THE VEHICLE IS INMOTION, AND COULD RESULT IN AN OCCUPANT FALLING OUT.
Remedy: REPLACE THE LIFTGATE ASSEMBLY ON AFFECTED VEHICLES.
NHTSA campaign record ↗93V210000 · Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
Reported: 1993-12-13 (December 13, 1993)
THE MOLDED PLASTIC PIN WHICH CONNECTS THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN SHAFT AND THE LOWER COLUMN SHAFT MAY HAVE BEEN SHEARED PRIOR TO INSTALLATION OF THE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY INTO THE VEHICLE. IF THIS OCCURRED, THE UPPER STEERING SHAFT WILL SEPARATE FROM THE LOWER STEERING SHAFT.
Consequence: IF THE UPPER AND LOWER STEERING SHAFTS SEPARATE, COMPLETELOSS OF STEERING CONTROL WILL OCCUR, WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy: A RESTRAINING SLEEVE WILL BE ADDED TO THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT TO LIMIT THE AMOUNT OF STEERING SHAFT MOVEMENT AVAILABLE.
NHTSA campaign record ↗98V005000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
Reported: 1998-01-12 (January 12, 1998)
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, OR WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. THE FRONT DISC BRAKE ROTORS CAN EXPERIENCE SEVERE CORROSION IF OPERATED FOR AN EXTENSIVE PERIOD IN THE "SALT BELT." IF THE ROTORS ARE NOT REPLACED, THE CORROSION CAN EVENTUALLY COMPROMISE THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE STAMPED STEEL CENTER HUB SECTION OF THE ROTOR.
Consequence: THE REDUCED STRENGTH CAN ALLOW THE CAST IRON WEAR SURFACE TO SEPARATE FROM THE HUB, REDUCING THE BRAKE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE VEHICLE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE ROTORS WITH ROTORS THAT ARE COATED WITH A CORROSION PROTECTION.
NHTSA campaign record ↗