1997 JEEP WRANGLER Structurebody Problems

10 NHTSA complaints on file

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Structurebody Issues in the 1997 JEEP WRANGLER

10 structurebody complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1997 JEEP WRANGLER. Of these, 0 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 0 resulted in injury.

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Injuries
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Deaths

All Structurebody Complaints

#11093330 |
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 JEEP WRANGLER. WHILE INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE WHEEL WELL WAS VISIBLY CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MANAHAWKIN CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (500 NEW JERSEY 72 WEST, MANAHAWKIN, NJ 08050) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRAME WAS RUSTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE CONTACT WOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE REPAIR COST. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 63,000.
#11084993 |
I HAVE OWNED THIS VEHICLE SINCE IT WAS BRAND NEW. IT HAS BEEN GARAGE KEPT FOR APPROX. 20 OF ITS 21YRS. THE REAR FRAME WHERE THE TRAILING ARMS ARE ATTACHED TO THE BRACKETS RUSTED OUT. THE DRIVER SIDE TRAILING ARMS WERE ALMOST READY TO SEPARATE FROM THE FRAME DUE TO THE FRAME RUSTING FROM THE INSIDE OUT. I HAD TO CUT OUT THE SECTION AND REPLACE IT WITH A SAFE T CAP PATCH. CUTTING OPEN THE FRAME SHOWED EXTENSIVE RUST ON THE INSIDE OF THE FRAME. I CHECKED MY PASSENGER SIDE LUCKILY NOT AS BAD AS THE DRIVER SIDE BUT WILL HAVE TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE IT DOES HAVE SIGNS OF RUSTING FROM THE INSIDE OUT IN THE EXACT SAME PLACE. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH IT APPEARS THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM FOR THE JEEP TJ'S. JEEP CUT SEVERAL HOLES IN THE SIDES OF THE FRAME THAT ALLOWED WATER AND...
#10898923 |
FRAME IS RUSTING THROUGH AT THE UPWARD BEND TOWARDS THE REAR TIRES ON BOTH SIDES. ISSUE IS CONSTANTLY REPORTED ONLINE, IN FORUMS, WITH ENDLESS NUMBERS OF PICTURES. THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY CONCERN AS IT COMPROMISES FRAME INTEGRITY. THIS ISSUE IS USUALLY NOTICEABLE FROM THE OUTSIDE BUT IN MY CASE IT IS RUSTING FROM THE INSIDE OUT SO IF I HADN'T CAUGHT IT I WOULD BE IN DANGER.
#10716342 |
FRAME RUSTING THROUGH IN FRONT OF REAR CONTROL ARMS. FRAME RUSTED THROUGH WHERE SKID PLATE BOLTS TO THE BOTTOM.
#10574507 |
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 JEEP WRANGLER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRAME WAS RUSTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE AND VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
#10477113 |
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 JEEP WRANGLER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PERFORMING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ON THE VEHICLE HE NOTICED THAT THE FRAME WAS SEVERELY RUSTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE FRAME WAS RUSTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 140,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 141,000.
#10104823 |
WATER LEAKS ONTO FLOOR OF PASSENGER SIDE OF VEHICLE. THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM, I HAVE HEARD THIS ONE SEVERAL TIMES, YET HAVEN'T SEEN JEEP DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. THERE WAS NOTHING THAT HAPPENED TO MY TRUCK TO CAUSE THIS, IT RAINS AND MY PASSENGER SIDE FLOOR GETS SOAKED.*AK
#609423 |
HARD TOP SEAL IS TWISTED. YH
#541827 |
WATER LEAK INTO PASSENGER SIDE OF VEHICLE.
#781292 |
WATER LEAKS AT FRONT PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FLOOR BETWEEN THE FLOOR AND HEATER.

Other 1997 JEEP WRANGLER Problem Areas

Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe 42 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System 24 complaints Air Bags 23 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline 23 complaints Air Bagsfrontal 22 complaints Power Trainautomatic Transmission 15 complaints Unknown Or Other 15 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor 13 complaints Seat Beltsfrontretractor 13 complaints Suspension 12 complaints Power Trainmanual Transmission 11 complaints Seat Beltsfrontanchorage 11 complaints Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly 9 complaints Fuel System Otherstoragefuel Gauge System 9 complaints Steering 9 complaints Fuel System Gasoline 8 complaints Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump 8 complaints Fuel System Other 8 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip 8 complaints Vehicle Speed Control 8 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingengine 7 complaints Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar 7 complaints Structurebodydoor 7 complaints Visibilitywindshield 7 complaints Fuel System Gasolinedelivery 6 complaints Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System 6 complaints Latcheslockslinkageshoodlatch 6 complaints Steeringlinkages 6 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly 5 complaints Structureframe And Members 5 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System 4 complaints Fuelpropulsion System 4 complaints Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch 4 complaints Power Train 4 complaints Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagecolumn Shift 4 complaints Power Trainclutch Assembly 4 complaints Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft 4 complaints Seat Belts 4 complaints Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner 4 complaints Steeringgear Box Other Than Rack And Pinion 4 complaints Suspensionfront 4 complaints Electrical System 3 complaints Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood 3 complaints Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner 3 complaints Power Trainmanual Transmissionfloor Shift Assembly 3 complaints Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly 3 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components 3 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrum 3 complaints Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System 3 complaints Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpump 3 complaints Structure 3 complaints Suspensionfrontspringstorsion Bar 3 complaints Suspensionrear 3 complaints Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System 3 complaints Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core 3 complaints Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module 2 complaints Electrical Systemhorn 2 complaints Electrical Systemignitionmodule 2 complaints Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash 2 complaints Engine 2 complaints Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc 2 complaints Exterior Lightingturn Signalswitch 2 complaints Fuel System Gasolinecarburetor System 2 complaints Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblyfiller Pipe And Cap 2 complaints Power Trainautomatic Transmissiongear Position Indication Prndl 2 complaints Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaftseal 2 complaints Power Trainclutch Assemblypedalhand Levermotorcycle 2 complaints Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit 2 complaints Seat Beltsfront 2 complaints Seat Beltsfrontwebbing 2 complaints Service Brakes 2 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc 2 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings 2 complaints Structurebodyhood 2 complaints Structurebodytailgatehinge And Attachments 2 complaints Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Arm 2 complaints Suspensionfrontstabilizer Bar 2 complaints Tires 2 complaints Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior 2 complaints Wheels 2 complaints Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds 2 complaints Air Bagson Off Switch Assembly 1 complaint Electrical Systemignition 1 complaint Electrical Systemstarter Assemblyrelay 1 complaint Electronic Stability Control Esc 1 complaint Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys 1 complaint Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control 1 complaint Exterior Lightingback Up Lights 1 complaint Exterior Lightingheadlights 1 complaint Exterior Lightingturn Signal 1 complaint Exterior Lightingturn Signalflasher Unit 1 complaint Parking Brake 1 complaint Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagefloor Shift 1 complaint Power Trainautomatic Transmissionparkneutral Start Interlock Switch 1 complaint Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaft 1 complaint Power Traintransfer Case 4 Wheel Drive 1 complaint Seat Beltsfrontwarning Lightdevices 1 complaint Seats 1 complaint Service Brakes Airantilock 1 complaint Service Brakes Airdiscpads 1 complaint Service Brakes Airdiscrotor 1 complaint Service Brakes Airdrumdrum 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulic 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipcontrol Unitmodule 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumshoeslinings 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assisthydraulichoses Linespiping And Fittings 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assistvacuum 1 complaint Structurebodyhoodhinge And Attachments 1 complaint Structurebodyroof And Pillars 1 complaint Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields 1 complaint Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Arm 1 complaint Suspensionfrontshock Absorber 1 complaint Suspensionrearaxlenon Powered Axle Assembly 1 complaint Tiressidewall 1 complaint Tirestemporaryemergency Spare Tire 1 complaint Tirestreadbelt 1 complaint Tiresvalve 1 complaint Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal 1 complaint Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemfanmotor 1 complaint Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemwindshieldelectrical Heating Element 1 complaint Visibilityglass Siderear 1 complaint Visibilityrear Window Wiperwasher 1 complaint Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevices 1 complaint Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher 1 complaint
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