1996 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 15, 2002 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Grand Wagoneer years
Not enough data 10th of 10 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 1996 Jeep Grand Wagoneer so far. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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1996 Jeep Grand Wagoneer recalls (1)

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Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shiftFeb 15, 2002 · NHTSA campaign 02V053000 · 1,620,000 vehicles

Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, if a driver has not placed the shifter lever fully into the "park" position and leaves the vehicle running, the vehicle may unexpectedly move rearward after seeming to be stable.

Risk: Inadvertent movement of the vehicle could result in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install a secondary detent system to the floor shifter assembly. Daimlerchrysler sent interim notices to owners concerning this problem on march 22, 2002. Owner notification began september 23, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1996 Jeep Grand Wagoneer?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 1996 Jeep Grand Wagoneer?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 1996 Jeep Grand Wagoneer a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Grand Wagoneer model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.