1997 Jeep Laredo Problems
- Complaints
- 38filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 115,485miles, 13 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1997 Jeep Laredo (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 38 consumer complaints for the 1997 Jeep Laredo. The part named most often is fuel system, with 12 complaints (32% of the total), followed by engine cooling (9) and brakes (7). 13 of the complaints include a mileage, and 8% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 115,485 miles. Of all complaints, 4 involved a crash, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 8 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine cooling complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Fuel system12 32%
- Engine cooling9 24%
- Brakes7 18%
- Body and structure6 16%
- Electrical system4 11%
- Equipment2 5.3%
- Other or unknown2 5.3%
- Tires2 5.3%
Also reported: Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (2), Air bags (1), Electronic stability control (1), Seats (1), Steering (1), Suspension (1), Vehicle speed control (1).
Example complaints
Fuel system: “My 97 Jeep grand cherokee Laredo, is having stalling issues,I've changed numerous sensors, fuel pump, distributor, the vehicle will drive find for a couple of days then out of the blue it will just shut off while driving,have no problem at the moment of it starting back up,but this is getting frustrating with all the money and time I've spent trying to figure this problem out, and to find out that other are having the same issues.please if any way possible. Someone needs to help myself and the other find a solution to these issues.”
NHTSA complaint #10666961, filed 2014-12, 175,000 milesEngine cooling: “I have a 1997 Jeep Laredo that I purchased over 2 years ago from a used car dealer. The stalling problem started around january 2008. At first it just stalls when on idle or when turning. Now it is stalling while driving on the freeway/highway. I was going 60mph on the highway and it just died. We have changed the crack sensor, the oil, coil, cap and rotor, transmission fluid. Oxygen sensor was changed a little over a year ago. I don't know what else to do. I have brought it to the mechanic 2x and he can't find the problem. No warning code shows on the dash. …”
NHTSA complaint #10226109, filed 2008-04, 120,000 milesBrakes: “As I try to brake I get this air lose feeling on my brakes as if I am not able to brake on time. And soon as that happens my ABS light goes on. I've taken in the car in and nobody seems to find a problem last time I took it in for that problem the mechanic had 3 other car same as mine with the same problem. I'm afraid to be on the freeway at high speed due to not knowing if I will be able to brake on time.”
NHTSA complaint #10208224, filed 2007-11, 113,050 milesBody and structure: “The Jeep was shaking uncontrollable at 45 MPH. The chase connected to the track bar mount broke due to metal fatigue. The problem has yet to be fixed.. After talking with a body shop 3/8'' steel plate welded to the chase would fix the problem. Warning it comes from metal fatigue!!!! The main problems seem to be the track bar mount and chase.”
NHTSA complaint #10174994, filed 2006-12, 113 milesMileage when problems were reported
8% of the 13 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 100,000 and 130,500 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1997 Jeep Laredo in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 8 on record; the latest 8 are shown.
- 10175735Apr 22, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty…
- 10220101Nov 20, 2019Body and structure. Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Nov 20, 2019Body and structure. Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10220097Nov 20, 2019Equipment, Body and structure. Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10169249Nov 20, 2019Equipment, Body and structure. Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169247Nov 20, 2019Equipment. Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10169245Nov 20, 2019Body and structure. Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10191460Feb 26, 2016Engine cooling. Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
Other model years of the Jeep Laredo
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 20 | 90,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2003 | 57 | 53,826 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2002 | 80 | 64,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2001 | 70 | 70,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 81 | 91,075 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1999 | 60 | 86,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 33 | 147,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 38 | 115,485 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 47 | 157,618 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 20 | 110,500 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1994 | 16 | 138,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1993 | 26 | 175,001 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 6 | 91,956 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1991 | 10 | 168,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1990 | 14 | 107,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Jeep Laredo model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1997 Jeep Laredo have?
NHTSA recorded 38 consumer complaints for the 1997 Jeep Laredo as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1997 Jeep Laredo is reported most often?
Fuel system is named most often, in 12 complaints (32% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 9.
Has the 1997 Jeep Laredo been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 1997 Jeep Laredo reported?
Among the 13 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 115,485 miles and the middle half falls between 100,000 and 130,500 miles; 8% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.