1999 Jeep Wrangler Transmission and drivetrain Problems

“Driving my 1999 Jeep Wrangler sport 4.0 l6 5-speed manual at appx. 65 MPH a slight vibration came from the gas pedal. I pulled over, after crawling under the vehicle I found the front drive shaft loose at the joint connecting to my stock np231j transfer case. Figuring it was just a worn u-joint I continued on my way at a much slower speed appx. 35 MPH for about 300 yards there was a loud pop along with metal and dirt flying from under the Jeep which made me pull over once again this time out of control and ending up in the ditch. …”

“The automatic transimission has been a problem since the car was bought brand new in november of 1999. First is the experience of, on occasion the car not starting while in park. The first time it happened I called chrysler road side assistance, and they informed me just to put it in nuetral whenever that happened and it would start ok. I have had to do that very often. I assumed it was not a big deal. I have never been able to engage the lo 4 wheel drive mechanism, but have not had the need for it, hence never bothered to complain about it. …”

“Vehicle was running and without warning it popped out of park into reverse and started surging. Consumer jumped out of the way before the vehicle hit an airplane on the field. The consumer stated that vehicle was parked in the grass on flat land. The consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection.”

“1999 Jeep Wrangler had multiple rear differential failures before 70k miles. *** no answer required*** the original drive train was rebuilt using original mopar parts. The drive train failed for the second time at 69000 mile after only 11000 miles of use. This time the dealer refuses to provide any financial assistance. The vehicle had other failures which include water leaks, drive train seals failure, electrical failures, multiple ABS failures, air bag and seat belt problems, and the paint was peeling off the vehicle.”

“I have a 1999 Jeep Wrangler sahara v.6. 5 speed manual transmission. My Jeep is in great shape however I started having steering problems. I noticed around the apex on both sides the frame had rusted away. I had it a new piece welded in place and it was working great. Then I noticed my transmission was having issues. I thought I was going to have to buy another transmission when it was discovered the plate that lies below the transmission was rusted from the frame and not supporting the transmission. I had that welded too. …”