2002 Jeep Laredo Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 3%of 80 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the steering of the 2002 Jeep Laredo, 3% of the 80 complaints for this model year.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Steering column broke, steering box and hose leak---squeaking noise occur when turning steering wheel, wheels feel like they are coming from under the vehicle when making turns, and vehicle steering wheel tightens when turning---vehicle has not been repaired as of this date- chrysler dealer stated that this is not a recall issue--- this is a something that has been reported as a problem for several vehicles of the same model--noted by experienced mechanics.”
NHTSA complaint #10223861, filed 2008-04“Upper steering column bearing failed. Driving became difficult. Left blinker would not shut off. Almost had an accident when I turned into a right hand exit leaving the highway. Jeep dealer said the worn out bearings got into the turn indicator mechanism.”
NHTSA complaint #10183266, filed 2007-02Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 1 | 5% |
| 2003 | 3 | 5% |
| 2002 | 2 | 3% |
| 2001 | 2 | 3% |
| 2000 | 1 | 1% |
| 1999 | 3 | 5% |
| 1998 | 2 | 6% |
| 1997 | 1 | 3% |
| 1996 | 2 | 4% |
| 1995 | 2 | 10% |
| 1994 | 2 | 13% |
| 1993 | 1 | 4% |
| 1991 | 1 | 10% |
| 1990 | 2 | 14% |
Other parts of the 2002 Jeep Laredo
22 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
18 complaintsAir bags
10 complaintsEngine cooling
10 complaintsSeats
6 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsExterior lighting
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsEquipment
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsEngine
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 Jeep Laredo
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.
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