1998 Jeep Wrangler engine and engine cooling problems
53 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 1998 Jeep Wrangler — 20% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 1998 jeep wrangler. While parked, the contact heard an abnormal sound from the side of the engine, as if air was escaping through the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing where the technician stated that the exhaust manifold was fractured and…”
filed Feb 21, 2012
“Tl* the contact owns a 1998 jeep wrangler. While driving approximately 15 mph, the contact heard a loud rattling noise underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the catalytic converter was replaced. Recently, the contact discovered a voluntary recall issued by the…”
filed Jan 30, 2012
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other Wrangler years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Wrangler | 2 | 1% |
| 2022 Wrangler | 2 | 1% |
| 2021 Wrangler | 3 | 0% |
| 2020 Wrangler | 5 | 1% |
| 2019 Wrangler | 5 | 1% |
| 2018 Wrangler | 3 | 0% |
| 2017 Wrangler | 1 | 0% |
| 2016 Wrangler | 5 | 1% |
| 2015 Wrangler | 4 | 1% |
| 2014 Wrangler | 9 | 1% |
| 2013 Wrangler | 4 | 1% |
| 2012 Wrangler | 7 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1998 Jeep Wrangler
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.