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1997 Jeep Cherokee

Owners have filed 496 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Jeep Cherokee. Fuel system is the most reported problem area, at 30% of complaints. Next are brakes (17%) and engine (10%).

At a glance

Complaints
496 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Fuel system 30% of complaints
Recalls
4
Fuel economy
15 to 20 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 496 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Jeep Cherokee. Fuel system is the most reported problem area, at 30% of complaints. Next are brakes (17%) and engine (10%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1997 Jeep Cherokee

Recalls

The 1997 Jeep Cherokee is affected by 4 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 4 recall campaigns for the 1997 Jeep Cherokee

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 6 versions of the 1997 Jeep Cherokee. Combined fuel economy ranges from 15 to 20 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 18 city / 23 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the Cherokee