1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee — Known Issues & Recalls

Your 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee was included in an airbag safety recall, but the manufacturer and dealer cannot locate the necessary parts to complete the repair due to the vehicle's age. This leaves your airbag system unable to be properly serviced under the recall.

Your airbag warning light came on while driving, and at the same time your instrument gauges stopped working properly. This happened around 50,000 miles. The vehicle wasn't taken to a mechanic or dealer for diagnosis, so the underlying cause is unknown. You'll likely need diagnostic testing to identify whether this is an airbag system issue, an electrical problem, or both.

Your airbag warning light on the dashboard has been on continuously for over a year, and the cause hasn't been identified. You're concerned whether this is related to Takata airbags and whether your airbags are safe. The warning light indicates there may be an issue with the airbag system that needs to be diagnosed.

Your 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee was subject to a recall (campaign 00V105000) for airbag issues, but the dealership confirmed that replacement parts are unavailable due to your vehicle's age. The manufacturer has been notified of the delay, though you haven't experienced an airbag failure. The repair may require sourcing airbag components or finding compatible replacement parts for your older vehicle.

Your Jeep suddenly stops while driving on the highway at highway speeds, forcing you to pull onto the shoulder. This has happened at least ten times while the vehicle is in motion, creating a serious safety hazard for you and other drivers who have to brake suddenly to avoid hitting you. The dealer has been unable to diagnose or fix the problem. The fix will likely involve diagnosing the engine stalling issue, which could be related to fuel delivery, ignition, or engine control systems.

Your engine keeps stalling while you're driving or sitting at idle, which creates a safety hazard. You've already replaced multiple engine-related components, but the stalling continues. The fix will likely involve diagnosing the fuel system, ignition system, or engine control computer to identify what's preventing the engine from running smoothly.

Your engine is stalling at various speeds while driving, and your check engine light comes on when it happens. You can restart the vehicle after it stalls, but the problem keeps recurring. A mechanic tested the vehicle but couldn't identify the cause. Diagnosing the stalling issue will likely involve reading the check engine diagnostic codes and inspecting engine sensors and fuel system components.

You noticed gasoline leaking from your gas tank at a fuel station before you started filling up. The fuel was dripping from the gas tank cover area. A leaking gas tank needs prompt inspection and repair to prevent fuel loss and potential safety hazards.

Your 1999 Jeep Cherokee has two open recalls you're concerned about: an airbag recall (NHTSA #00V105000) and an aftermarket fuel pump recall affecting Air Tex electric fuel pumps on 1999-2004 models. Since you've owned the vehicle since 2003 and never received recall notices, you'll want to contact a Jeep dealer with your vehicle identification number (VIN) to confirm which recalls apply and whether the repairs have been completed. The dealer can order the necessary replacement parts and perform any needed repairs at no cost if the recalls haven't been addressed.

Your Jeep's engine shuts off unexpectedly while you're driving, and this happens randomly regardless of speed or driving conditions. The engine simply stops running while on the road. The issue may require diagnosis of the fuel system, ignition system, or engine control components to identify the root cause.

Your brake lines have become severely rusted and corroded while the vehicle was parked. This is a serious safety issue because corroded brake lines can leak brake fluid and cause brake failure. Both the dealer and manufacturer have been notified but the vehicle hasn't been repaired yet. You'll need to have the brake lines replaced with new ones to restore safe braking.

Your 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee's frame and undercarriage have severe rust damage that makes the vehicle unsafe to drive. The control arms are rusted and have detached from the frame, and the frame itself is too corroded to reattach them. The fix would require replacing rusted frame sections and welding in new frame rails to properly reattach the suspension components.

Your seat belt buckle is difficult to latch and requires significant force to unlatch, creating a safety concern. Additionally, the dashboard warning light and alarm don't activate when the seat belt is unbuckled, so you won't be reminded to fasten it. The buckle mechanism likely needs replacement or repair.

Your airbag warning light stays on constantly, and your horn doesn't work. Both issues are caused by a failed clock spring, which is the component that connects your steering wheel to the airbag and horn systems. The clock spring will need to be replaced to restore both the horn function and turn off the airbag warning light.

Your Jeep has a plastic fuel tank mounted behind the rear axle that hangs below the bumper. If your car is hit from behind, this exposed tank could rupture and potentially cause a fire or explosion. A protective hitch receiver can be installed to shield the fuel tank from rear-end collisions.

Your Jeep is having trouble starting—it sounds like the battery is weak and won't turn over, but it slowly picks up and starts if you press the gas pedal. You've already replaced the battery, but the problem continues. Once the engine is running, it works fine. Additionally, your steering pulls noticeably to the left while driving. The starting issue may require testing the alternator and starter motor, while the pulling steering likely needs a wheel alignment or suspension inspection.

Your Jeep has multiple serious issues affecting safety and reliability. The sensors aren't working properly, turn signals don't function, the belt assembly breaks while driving, the radiator overheats and smokes even with full coolant, water leaks through the sunroof into the trunk, the trunk won't open, and the suspension has lost its bounce and feels worn out. Addressing these problems will likely require replacing the belt assembly, radiator, coolant system components, sunroof seals, and suspension components.

Your fuel pump failed and your vehicle wouldn't start. You replaced the battery, but that wasn't the problem. A mechanic diagnosed that the fuel pump's ground wires may be defective, preventing the engine from starting. The fix will likely involve inspecting and replacing the fuel pump ground wires.

Your seat belt buckles are extremely difficult to unlatch, requiring even adults to struggle with them and children to need assistance removing their belts. Additionally, your transmission slips when shifting from 2nd to 3rd gear when the engine is cold, though it shifts normally once the vehicle has warmed up after a few miles of driving. The seat belt issue may require buckle replacement or repair, and the transmission slipping may need transmission fluid service or internal transmission work.

Your driver's seat frame broke at two points around 137,000 miles, causing the seat to rock side-to-side when you get in or out and during sharp turns. Because the seat is no longer properly attached to the vehicle frame, it will fail inspection. The seat gave way while you were driving on a busy city street, creating a safety hazard.