1995 Jeep Cherokee vs 1997 Jeep Cherokee
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1995 Jeep Cherokee | 1997 Jeep Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 608 | 390 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 34 | 87 |
| Investigations | 8 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 91 | 44 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–19 | 15–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 108,000 mi | 104,040 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Cherokee | Jeep Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 136 | 45 |
| Structure | 149 | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 77 | 62 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 13 | 85 |
| Power Train | 43 | 47 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 72 | 15 |
| Air Bags | 41 | 28 |
| Electrical System | 40 | 23 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 25 | 9 |
| Stalling | 16 | 32 |
| Brake problems | 12 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 10 |
| Hesitation / surging | 8 | 10 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 0 |
1995 Jeep Cherokee
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.