1992 Jeep Cherokee
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
5 recalls name the 1992 Jeep Cherokee. Newest first.
Dope, inc. IS recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.
Sabersport IS recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on may 11, 2009. owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Vehicle description: multipurpose passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. this IS not a safety recall in accordance with federal regulation 573. however, it IS deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. drivers can mistakenly step on the accelerator pedal when they intend to step on the brake pedal.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Pedal misapplication by a driver can cause unintended acceleration.
Remedy
Dealers will install a shift interlock on the automatic transmission of these vehicles.
Owner complaints
113 complaints19 involved a crash6 involved a fire12 injuries2 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 1992 jeep cherokee. The contact stated that the vin was included in nhtsa campaign number: 98v005000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The contact called mopar and the chrysler manufacturer; both confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The contact was…
TL* the contact owns a 1992 jeep cherokee. The contact stated that the vin was included in nhtsa campaign number: 98v005000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The contact called mopar and the chrysler manufacturer; both confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The contact was advised by mopar to have the recall repaired 21 years ago by an independent mechanic. The contact stated that the vehicle would not pass inspection until the recall was repaired. The contact had not experienced a failure.
- Steering
I was driving on the interstate. The speed limit was 65. When I got to 60 I noticed my SUV began to shake. Hitting a bump most of the time starts the problem. It vibrated so much and so loudly that I had to slow down to 55. I took it to the first mechanic who said it was the "steering stabilizer"…
I was driving on the interstate. The speed limit was 65. When I got to 60 I noticed my SUV began to shake. Hitting a bump most of the time starts the problem. It vibrated so much and so loudly that I had to slow down to 55. I took it to the first mechanic who said it was the "steering stabilizer" it did cost about $150-$300 to fix. I can't remember exactly but it wasn't cheap. it worked for awhile. I have gone to several other car service companies and they have not been able to permanently fix this problem. I'm afraid I will lose control of steering. Although there IS no recall on this vehicle at the moment it should be. This IS a serious safety problem. I'm not exactly sure when this started but if I go over 60 there IS a 90% chance of it happening. If I go over 60 and hit a bump there IS a 100% chance of this happening.
- Tires
Douglas tire 215/75r15, 1200 miles on tires all at 55 to 60 mph. I had them balanced and at slow speed they were smooth. the following day I got on the interstate at 65 to 70 mph and I could hear a loud slapping noise and the car shook. at high speeds the tires must take on a different shape.…
Douglas tire 215/75r15, 1200 miles on tires all at 55 to 60 mph. I had them balanced and at slow speed they were smooth. the following day I got on the interstate at 65 to 70 mph and I could hear a loud slapping noise and the car shook. at high speeds the tires must take on a different shape. walmart refused any concession so I'm confined to slow driving until I can afford another set of tires; another brand that IS. my tire line IS xtra-trac II (roman numeral 2). you don't give me the option to select that line. I cannot tell while driving which tire or how many tires are becoming deformed while driving. parked, they all look good. *kb
- Interior lighting
(1) cover on interior halogen lamp fell off. (2) halogen lamp was exposed and five year old child suffered burns to hand from halogen lamp. (3) halogen lamp was removed from vehicle. *Jb
- Seat belts › Front
During an accident the seat belt equipment on the 1992 jeep cherokee malfunctioned.*mr the driver's side and passenger's side seat belts did not lock on impact. the occupants sustained facial and head injuries as a result. *nm
- Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal
While backing out from a parking lot vehicle suddenly accelerated. consumer applied the brakes, and the pedal went to the floor. consumer was able to turn off the vehicle. The driver tried to restart, and was able to start the vehicle. the driver was able to take the vehicle to the dealer for inspection. *ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor · Structure
Vehicle experienced fuel leak and problems with front rotors.*mr after having paid for repairs on his car, the consumer was never made aware of a recall on his vehicle regarding the rotors.*cb also water leaked onto the floor. *jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
After starting the vehicle, the ABS light would illuminate and would stay on the reminder of the time the vehicle IS being operated. The consumer IS not having any other problems with the ABS at this time. The dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. Please provide any additional information. *nlm
- Power train
Dear sir/madam: I would like to bring to your attention matters related to a certain safety defect which I believe resulted in car crashes caused by the unintended acceleration of daimler/chrysler's, chrysler group vehicles. Daimler/chrysler IS my former employer and I worked there as an…
Dear sir/madam: I would like to bring to your attention matters related to a certain safety defect which I believe resulted in car crashes caused by the unintended acceleration of daimler/chrysler's, chrysler group vehicles. Daimler/chrysler IS my former employer and I worked there as an engineer. During my tenure there, I worked closely with the group that now has as its members, the corporations expert witness defending the corporation in law suits related to these crashes. This same group was also responsible for developing and releasing the controls which are believed to be the root cause of the problem. At one point in time I was part of the team at dailmer/chrysler that was responsible for investigating customer complaints regarding crashes caused by unintended acceleration. Accordingly, I believe that I may be able to provide some very good if not exclusive inside information related to this matter. I believe that these car crashes are the result of dailmer/chryslers flagrant negligence in developing the systems that are believed to be the root cause of these crashes. if my assistance in investigating this matter would be of interest to you, please let me know. I am willing to help in whatever capacity I can. It IS wrong that dailmer/chrysler built and sold vehicles which may hurt if not kill someone. regardless of your disposition of this matter, if possible, I would greatly appreciate a reply on or before december 18, 2003 outlining you intended course of action to my concern. thank you very much for your time and consideration. I am looking forward to hearing from you soon. *nlm
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
My car has been steadily losing oil for the last month and I after I came back from lunch at work one day, which was less than a mile from my work, I noticed that my car was smoking so I pulled over and waited for a half an hour then went directly to the gas station where he told me I needed to…
My car has been steadily losing oil for the last month and I after I came back from lunch at work one day, which was less than a mile from my work, I noticed that my car was smoking so I pulled over and waited for a half an hour then went directly to the gas station where he told me I needed to have the exhaust manifold repaired, I took it to my mechanic and he advised me that the exhaust manifold was cracked and if he took it apart it would end up costing more than the car was worth. Since we just paid the car off, I was hoping the dealer would replace the cracked manifold. It has been steadily losing oil and I have to put oil in almost every other week now, which IS expensive. This has never been a problem until recently. Also at times the neutral safety switch does not work as there have been instances where my car will not start and when I put the car in neutral it will start. *la
- Electrical system › Wiring
While towing a boat vehicle caught on fire. Dealer notified. *Ak
- Engine and engine cooling
Consumer states her jeep vibrates while driving, and when she makes a turn it really vibrates. she says she has taken it to four dealers and they cannot find anything wrong with the truck. *nlm
- Seat belts › Rear/other
Rear bench middle seat seatbelt assembly has come completely apart. consumer states passengers are not restrained in an accident. please provide any further information.*ak
- Vehicle speed control
When shifting vehicle into drive it unexpectedly accelerated, causing loss of control which resulted in damages to garage. *ak one person was injured in the accident. *yh
- Suspension › Front
Whenever consumer drives over a bump at speeds of 55 mph and above, right front wheel wobbles badly from side to side. Vehicle taken to 6 different mechanics for a total of 9 times, could not find cause. *Ak *slc
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
While traveling at about 20 to 25 mph brakes failed, consumer's foot went to the floor when pressing brake pedal. Consumer was able to roll vehicle safely to a stop. Please provide any further information.*ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Lock on transmission to keep vehicle from jumping into gear. Recall 733 was repaired by another part and chrysler does not want to pay the bill.
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Park/neutral start interlock switch · Vehicle speed control
When putting gear into reverse from park vehicle suddenly accelerated backwards, causing it to crash into a parked vehicle.*ak
- Vehicle speed control
Started vehicle, moved from park to drive and car accelerated to an extremely high speed and smashed into the car in front of it, causing that car to be "totaled" and over $2,000 damage to the jeep. when this happened, the driver's foot was not even on the gas pedal!*ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Park/neutral start interlock switch
My 1992 jeep cherokee has jumped from park to reverse on two occasions this year. on the first occasion, the car smashed into my back steps causing about $500 damage to the steps and $1250 damage to the vehicle. I had been in the car and exited to retrieve something from the garage. the car was…
My 1992 jeep cherokee has jumped from park to reverse on two occasions this year. on the first occasion, the car smashed into my back steps causing about $500 damage to the steps and $1250 damage to the vehicle. I had been in the car and exited to retrieve something from the garage. the car was idling in the driveway when suddenly it started moving backwards toward the house. when I shut the car off, I found the car was in reverse, not park. I would never have been able to exit the car if it had been in gear, so I knew that something was amiss with the car. later in february, the same thing happened again, but this time I was in the vehicle when it happened and I was therefore able to step on the brake to stope the car. *Ak
- Seats · Structure › Frame and members
Spring on passenger's side seat track flew off, causing seat to abruptly fly forward, floor on passenger's side always saturated from rain, which may have caused spring to rust. cj
- Electrical system › Ignition
Ignition broke and vehicle can start without a key, and steering wheel will not lock. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor
Front brake rotors have broken in two pices . Chrysler has sent out recall879, but this vehicle was not included.*ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor
Front rotors broke in two pieces, same defect as recall. *Ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor
Consumer IS requesting reimbursement for recall repairs (99v34), daimler chyrsler IS denying reimbursement. *slc
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Sudden acceleration
There is no summary currently available
- Brake roter disc/hud separation
There is no summary currently available
- Brake rotor disc/hub separation
Chrysler conducted a safety recall, 98v-005, on january 5, 1998, involving approximately 225,000 1993 grand cherokee, 1990-91 cherokee, wrangler and comanchee, and 1989-91 eagle premier and dodge monaco.the front disc brake rotors of these vehicles may experience severe corrosion if operated for an extensive period in…
Chrysler conducted a safety recall, 98v-005, on january 5, 1998, involving approximately 225,000 1993 grand cherokee, 1990-91 cherokee, wrangler and comanchee, and 1989-91 eagle premier and dodge monaco.the front disc brake rotors of these vehicles may experience severe corrosion if operated for an extensive period in the salt belt states.owners in connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, massachuset, maryland, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, wisconsin, and the district of columbia will receive replacement rotors that are coated with a corrosion propotection.chrysler began owner notification on march 9, 1998.odi has received 15 complaints from owners of model year 1992-95 jeep cherokee vehicles alleging that one or both of the front brake rotor disc had separated from its hub, causing the vehicles to severely pull to one side and/or significantly extended its stopping distance.twelve of 15 complaints originated from within the recalled states.
- Brake disc/hub separation
Consumer complaints indicate that corrosion of the brake rotors have caused separation of the brake disc from its hub, resulting in brake failure.
- Brake disc/hub separation
consumer complaints indicate that corrosion of hte brake rotors have caused separation of the brake disc from its hub, resulting in brake failure.
- Vehicle sudden acceleration
There is no summary currently available
- Rear axle shaft separation
This investigation was opened to examine the failure mode and the risk to motor vehicle safety posed by allegations of rear axle separations.the rear axle shaft and housing design IS typical of those in which the weight of the vehicle IS carried on the axle housing.the left and right axle shafts, supported by roller…
This investigation was opened to examine the failure mode and the risk to motor vehicle safety posed by allegations of rear axle separations.the rear axle shaft and housing design IS typical of those in which the weight of the vehicle IS carried on the axle housing.the left and right axle shafts, supported by roller bearings, are situated inside the axle housing.the inboard splined end of the axle shaft receives power transmitted from the differential assembly, providing torque to the rear wheels.the allegations are that the axle shaft fails, resulting in the separation of a wheel and axle hub assembly or the entire axle shaft and wheel assembly, depending on the location of the axle shaft failure.as identified by chrysler, the subject rear axles are dana 35C and 35CM models, which have been used on the subject vehicles since the 1990 model year.a safety defect trend with respect to the subject axle shafts has not been identified.see hard copy resume for full text of summary.
- Driveshaft/univ.joint fail
There is no summary currently available
- Brake performance
There is no summary currently available
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10220995Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement please order kit 68253161AA. Insulator only used on Auto-RWD transmission Note: The color of the insulator is not relevant for service.
- 10150552Child Seat Tether Anchor Installation This bulletin describes procedures to install Child Seat Tether Anchors based on Customer Request. Retrofits are subject to part availability. Vehicles in the following list that are marked **** for the model year are no longer supported with OEM retrofit kits. NOTE: Dealers are encouraged to honor any customers? request for the installation of the Child Seat Tether Anchors and Dealer reimbursement will be made by FCA US LLC regardless of vehicle age or mileage. See the Warranty Policy and Procedure Manual and/or Warranty Bulletin D-08-33 for reimbursement detail.
- 10139596Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement please order kit 68253161AA. Insulator only used on Auto-RWD transmission Note: The color of the insulator is not relevant for service.
- 6089311Concerns with a/c evaporator odor. *Nlm
- 6088786Concerns with engine coolant usage. *Nlm
- 633948Subject regarding floor pan corrosion. *Slc
- 618049Subject regarding wire splice repairs.
- 615688Subject regarding child seat tether anchors.
- 612160Subject on the child seat tether anchors. *Mjs
- 610635Subject regarding child seat tether anchors.
- 609995This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts.
- 607963Information on child seat tether anchors.
- 603108Outer exhaust manifold studs may fatigue/break.
- 602327The outer exhaust manifold studs may fatigue and break.
- 600862Information on installation of radio transmitting equipment.
- 600604Subject on customer satisfaction notification #733--brake pedal shift interlock.
- 52963Various car owner's have expressed interest in using engine coolants made with propylene glycol instead of ethylene glycol.
- 51942Difficult to clean light colored "chalky" residue from plastic body components that are molded in black.
- 46371Bulletin supersedes technical service bulletin 08-16-95, dated apr. 14, 1995. If the vehicle operator **repeatedly** presses and releases the set button with their foot off of the accelerator (a 'lift foot set' to begin speed control operation), the vehicle may accelerate and exceed the desired set speed by up to 5 mph (8 km/h) and then decelerate to less than the desired set speed before finally achieving the desired set speed.
- 39989Drift left under hard braking.
- 39539Redesigned liftgate latch.
- 37858Pcm not properly disengaging a/c clutch via the relay also the pcm may not energize the a/c clutch relay.
- 37855New front output seal and oil slinger for transfer case.
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