1998 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1998 Jeep Grand Wagoneer has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.

The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (3 reports).

1Recalls
4Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Grand Wagoneer?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1998 Jeep Grand Wagoneer recalls

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift

Recall 02V053Feb 15, 20021,620,000 vehicles affected

Most common 1998 Jeep Grand Wagoneer problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic3
Air Bags1
Electrical System1

What owners report

2005-02-23, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE VIBRATED UNCONTROLLABLY. THE CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND DROVE IT TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *JB
1999-12-29, Electrical System
WHEN GETTING INTO THE VEHICLE AND PUTTING THE KEY INTO THE IGNITION, DRIVER WILL GET AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK, AND WHEN TOUCHING ANY METAL PART IN THE VEHICLE CAN GET SHOCKED, AS WELL AS WHEN TAKING THE KEY OUT. *AK
1999-10-05, Air Bags
WHILE SITTING AT A RED LIGHT ANOTHER VEHICLE HIT CONSUMER'S VEHICLE. UPONIMPACT, DRIVER'S SIDE AND PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. *AK
1999-07-08, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED BRAKE ROTORS ARE OUT ROUND. WHEN CONSUMER APPLIED THE BRAKES, VEHICLE JERKED AND ALMOST LOST CONTROL. DEALER CAN'T DETERMINE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. *AK

1998 Jeep Grand Wagoneer questions

Does the 1998 Jeep Grand Wagoneer have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1998 Jeep Grand Wagoneer: Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Jeep Grand Wagoneer?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (3), Air Bags (1), Electrical System (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Jeep Grand Wagoneer has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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