Issue ID | 1515143 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11152533 |
Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Brand | JEEP |
Model | CHEROKEE |
Model Year | 2017 |
File date | 17/10/18 |
Component | STEERING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | On two occasions while flat towing the jeep behind our rv the front end wobbled excessively and only stopped when we slowed to almost a stop. Both instances happened within 15 minutes of starting to travel in the morning and happened in construction zones where the pavement was rough. We had heard of this issue so we had the dealer install the mopar sterring harness when we bought the car. This was suppose to eliminate the problem but its clear it did not do so. After the last incident we took the car to a jeep dealer who said the problem was the car battery and replaced it. I find it hard to believe that was the real cause since the battery was less than a year old. The dealer also showed us a notice recommending have a charger installed if towing the car more than 3 hours. (again, this doesn't account for our experiences since both of them occured within the first half hour). |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 8000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | HIGHLANDS, NC |
VIN pattern | 1C4PJMCS9HWXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 50 |
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