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Jeep Cherokee repairs by problem area

Engine (24%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (34%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (9%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (3%)

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Jeep Cherokee suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (3%)

$500 - $999 (19%)

$100 - $499 (25%)

< $100 (53%)

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Chart based on 36 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2019 Jeep Cherokee 4dr SUV

271-horsepower 3.2L V6 9-speed shiftable automatic AWD

51000 mi

US $100
Sway bar link replaced on passenger side front. Still clunks. 

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2017 Jeep Cherokee 4dr SUV

271-horsepower 3.2L V6 9-speed shiftable automatic AWD

300 mi steering column issue under warranty, showed several codes. codes showed up again when mechanic was driving vehicle to my home. replaced steering column 

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2016 Jeep Cherokee 4dr SUV

271-horsepower 3.2L V6 9-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

63240 mi Bushings and some rod. 

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2016 Jeep Cherokee 4dr SUV

271-horsepower 3.2L V6 9-speed shiftable automatic AWD

5000 mi Drivers side strut and mountbwere broken, right at delivery. 

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2015 Jeep Cherokee 4dr SUV

turbocharged 168hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 9-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

83700 mi

A $800
replaced front strutts 

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2015 Jeep Cherokee 4dr SUV

271-horsepower 3.2L V6 9-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

40000 mi Had a clunky rattle since new. Mechanic finally able to hear the problem. Traced to a loose or defective front right strut. Full replacement and repair were done for no charge. Now better than new. 

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2015 Jeep Cherokee 4dr SUV

271-horsepower 3.2L V6 9-speed shiftable automatic AWD

27280 mi Ball joint completely finished 

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2014 Jeep Cherokee 4dr SUV

271-horsepower 3.2L V6 9-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

71300 mi

C $500
Right rear shock was leaking bad and was replaced. As Cherokee shocks are not listed for aftermarket, had to go back to FCA - over $200 for shock alone. 
85560 mi

C $1000
Rear right knuckle had one bushing that failed. Couldn't replace just the bushing, so had to replace the $700 knuckle part. No aftermarket parts available. 
32000 mi Upper strut bearings replaced due to creaking noises in cold temperatures 
34000 mi Upper strut brackets had to be replaced; previous fix didn't hold up 
170000 mi

US $550
Front wheel bearings 
3100 mi front tie rod replaced 
14000 mi With cold temperatures steering wheel would groan while turning left or right dealer repaired 
Loud thump when turning left from a stop. sway bar was replaced. 

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2014 Jeep Cherokee 4dr SUV

271-horsepower 3.2L V6 9-speed shiftable automatic AWD

7500 mi

US $18
warranty issue with incorrect lubricant 
8300 mi replaced left front strut mount 
18000 mi Mild wobble sensation between 10 and 20 miles per hour. Dealer was supposed to fix issue but never got the parts to do it. Just lived with the issue as it did not seem dangerous. 
10000 mi Grinding noise in steering. The repair was unsuccessful. 
11000 mi Grinding/Rubbing noise when turning the steering wheel. Pulling to the left, steering wheel off center. Grinding noise when turning the wheel. 
8000 mi Front end wobble on acceleration and while turning. 

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2001 Jeep Cherokee 4dr SUV

190-horsepower 4.0L I6 4-speed automatic RWD

55000 mi Front axle stabilizer bar broke off. Repaired. replaced coolant sensor after no start.Broken stabilizer bars repalced,wiper motor fixed.All fixed under used car warranty. 

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2001 Jeep Cherokee 4dr SUV

190-horsepower 4.0L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

205000 mi

US $26
I replaced the rubber spring coil insulators/spacer. I saved about $400 doing it myself and it was pretty simple. 
210000 mi

US $256
I needed an extra leaf spring, the stock leaf springs in the rear were not up to snuff. In fact they back end of the vehicle has dropped about 2 inches over the last 210,000 miles. 
206600 mi

US $236
Sway bar links 
208000 mi

US $380
Install Bilstein gas shocks. Had trouble removing rusty bolts from upper mounting points on rear shocks. Heated area with propane torch and applied penetrating oil. 

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2000 Jeep Cherokee 4dr SUV

190-horsepower 4.0L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

104000 mi

US $600
Also wheel bearings. 
135000 mi

US $600
Jeep shimmied after hitting bumps while driving - took it to my guy and he replaced the sway bar and some other parts - drives like new 
208000 mi

US $500
Front Drivers wheel making noise - replaced front wheel hub and bearing assembly. 
131000 mi

US $310
I brought the car to the mechanic for a TuneUp and he found that the car had a bad front driver side wheel bearing 

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2000 Jeep Cherokee 4dr SUV

190-horsepower 4.0L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

171000 mi

US $700
Replaced both hub assembly, ball joints on driver side and tie rod ends. 
195000 mi

US $258
Replaced power steeling pump and radiator hose 
198500 mi

US $247
Replaced Rear Shock absorber, $187. 

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1999 Jeep Cherokee

Engine not specified

186000 mi replace 2 yr old made in china wheel bearing hub w/ usa timkin wheel bearing hub. 
171300 mi Worn Shocks and Steering Stabilizer 

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1998 Jeep Cherokee

Engine not specified

298000 mi

US $300
Replaced shocks and secondary rubber bumper. Locating part. 
299000 mi

US $400
replace shocks and limiting bumper 

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