1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee Consumer Reviews

Stay Away

Written by: Dean on 09/13/2008

Vehicle

1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4 Dr Limited 4WD Wagon

Review

I bought this grand Cherokee back in 1999. It turned out to be the most unreliable car I had. The dealer took it back and I will never get a dodge/Jeep again. I think the main issue was with the new 4wd system they introduced that year. It cause many drivetrain issues. Look at all the recalls for this vehicle. My Jeep had all those issues.

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Our first Jeep, last Jeep?

Written by: jackie & christina on 05/24/2008

Vehicle

1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4 Dr Laredo 4WD Wagon

Review

Program car purchased 2002, 36k, haggled dealer down to $15k after much haggling and trade of a 1993 Isuzu trooper (was a great SUV, but very high maintenance costs just like my other SUV Mercedes ml320). Back to the Jeep, where do I begin? Brake issues just like everybody else in warranty issues now out of warranty issues (mechanic tells me due again after 20 months). Problems linkage sticking 4wd transfer case, back many times for repair the usual fix lubricated and claimed all well still sticks today! Very hard to take in and out of 4wd without a hassle! Remember it's an SUV cause the mpg (15 around town less than 20 on highway) are tough now at $4.00 a gallon, trading it in today $3500?

Favorite Features

Excellent in snow, it's a Jeep! Looks are nice, ride is ok, not crazy about seat design, interior nice, on board overhead computer is nice, Mercedes missed the boat on that one, better mpg than my Mercedes ml320, pretty close, been reliable never broke down. Still looks great, little rust on frame.

Suggested Improvements

Brakes! Purchased 6 years ago, set of brakes a year, only drive 9800 miles annually around town, little better this time around after fighting with Jeep about caliper replacement and finally Jeep replaced @ 78k! Liked my 1993 Isuzu trooper much better had to get rid of, $1500 for exhaust system

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The best & longest vehicle ever owned

Written by: Doug on 05/02/2008

Vehicle

1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4 Dr Limited 4WD Wagon

Review

Bought my Jeep with 69k, now rolling 95k. Only minor problems, nothing I needed a shop for. Fan relay the most recent. HVAC smells of mildew & AC doesn't blow cold anymore & doesn't hold a charge. Seems like every car I've bought always looses AC after a year :( buy hey, it's a jeep, who needs AC :) This is my daily driver, driving 100 a week/2x month. Never had any problems with the engine & spark plugs are easy to change on the I6 engine. I would buy another jeep, just not a new one

Favorite Features

Plush leather heated seats that never seem to get worn down! Cargo area is large & towing is no problem

Suggested Improvements

HVAC system

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Satisfied

Written by: The Kid on 04/25/2008

Vehicle

1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4 Dr Limited 4WD Wagon

Review

Well, I'm shocked at the other reviews but not surprised. The things that happened to the others are just starting to happen to mine at 184,000 miles. Except for a serpentine belt, tires, oil, etc. this machine has been a real champ. I've totally enjoyed driving it. I love the sound system, interior comfort, handling, and am ok with the mileage. I tow my boat, no problem. The differentials never posed a problem until Jiffy Lube put the incorrect fluid in. Then they started chattering when I steered.....that was fixed at their expense. I just replaced the tranny and transfer case so I am pleased that I can keep it for another 8-10 years. Never had a tune up or spark plug changed and still runs

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Transfer case

Written by: john mc donald on 03/15/2008

Vehicle

1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4 Dr Limited 4WD Wagon

Review

Transfer case went bad at 98K miles. Dealer wanted $800 to replace transfer case. Had transfer case repaired by private dealer by replacing the "timing belt" inside the transfer case for $200. Only other problem is with the A/C...the A/C appears to be a known problem with easy repair. Otherwise, the vehicle is fun to drive; MPG is a little less than advertised. Very comfortable vehicle with great towing capacity.

Favorite Features

Dashboards; comfortable seats; sound system; interior capacity; and the driving feels spectacular.

Suggested Improvements

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Still rugged and fun.

Written by: Matt on 01/31/2008

Vehicle

1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4 Dr Laredo 4WD Wagon

Review

These vehicles are fun to drive and fun offroad. The downside is the fuel economy with the gas prices as high as they are. The engine is superb, with the straight I6, it has plenty of pickup and go.

Favorite Features

The interior features are good and not too sophisticated. I like that in a vehicle that is more for off road use. I like the information center with outside temp, fuel economy features, among others.

Suggested Improvements

The engine does like to run a little and that may prove a little harder on the braking system. The four wheel drive can be tricky with all wheels rotating and not moving into full time with out shifting into neutral and shifting back to part time to let the wheels move independently.

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Best vehicle ever owned

Written by: icetheis on 01/28/2008

Vehicle

1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4 Dr Laredo 4WD Wagon

Review

This is by far the best vehicle I've ever owned. We've had it for 6 yrs. and the repairs we've made are no where near the repairs other vehicles we've owned. Repairs are a little more pricey but that's what you get when you buy a quality vehicle, quality repair work. The gas mileage I'm sure is comparable to any other mid-sized SUV. The luxuries are great. Handling is great. It's fun to drive. I can't say enough!

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Handling

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Looks Good Runs Good Lots Of Problems

Written by: Ryan on 12/30/2007

Vehicle

1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4 Dr Limited 4WD Wagon

Review

Purchased vehicle with 49k on it in 2005. Now has 78k on it and we've had to: Replace rotors and brakes, front and rear; rear axle seals and bearings; front drive shaft boot; passenger side window module; drivers side rear & passenger front locks; drivers side break light assembly (because of short in internal wiring/sautering); dash speakers keep blowing; fan clutch; hood struts; on date of purchase had a rear drive shaft seal replaced. Shortly after purchase transfer case/rear end started making a clunking noise from stop and go. Not a scratch on it, almost as clean as a new one. Jeep is garaged and full service every 3000 miles. Only driven to work and back with occational road trip.

Favorite Features

Love the looks inside and out. Handles great, motor has plenty of power.

Suggested Improvements

Make a vehicle you don't have to work on every month. Wanted a Jeep my whole life, I'll never buy one again.

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Good up to 75,000 miles only

Written by: MRT on 10/08/2007

Vehicle

1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4 Dr Laredo 4WD Wagon

Review

My Jeep was great until after 75,000 miles. It assumes it has no second hand value. Car hesitates at 100,000 miles, doesn't take charge on the highway any more. Improve on the electrical constructions. Airbags and check engine signs go off all the time. Please improve on those, if the airbag and engine lights come on without annoying beeps/noise it will be tolerated. Begin to use high quality materials for we Jeep lovers. The annoying thing is that anytime its serviced, cost of repair run in $700- thousands. There are too many repairs done that I cannot mention 'cause of time. Jeep company can do better!

Favorite Features

I like the exterior design more than the ‘05 models.

Suggested Improvements

Airbag and check engine signs that beeps continuously when the engine is running gives u wrong impression about ones car, replace them(ding ding ding sounds)with lights only. That’s enough to remind you to visit a dealer.

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Best I've owned

Written by: Ted Mosher on 09/29/2007

Vehicle

1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4 Dr Limited 4WD Wagon

Review

This is undoubtedly the best car I have ever owned. 63000 miles and it's never been in the shop, still has the original tires and battery. Never had a breakdown. Uses no oil. Fun to drive and comfortable. Gas mileage could be better for an SUV this size at 17 mpg but the rest makes up for it.

Favorite Features

Looks sharp. Great amenities and equipment, and low maintenence costs.

Suggested Improvements

Gas mileage could be better.

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