1998 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Grand Wagoneer years
- Not enough data 5th of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. That ranks 5th out of 10 Grand Wagoneer model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (2 complaints, 50%). Complaints mention 1 crash. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1998 Jeep Grand Wagoneer problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1998 Jeep Grand Wagoneer recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shift
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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While applying the brake pedal, the vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. The consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the rotors and brake pads needed to be replaced. Please provide further details. *jb
While sitting at a red light another vehicle hit consumer's vehicle. Uponimpact, driver's side and passenger's side air bags didn't deploy. *ak
While driving at any speed brake rotors are out round. When consumer applied the brakes, vehicle jerked and almost lost control. Dealer can't determine cause of the problem. *ak
When getting into the vehicle and putting the key into the ignition, driver will get an electrical shock, and when touching any metal part in the vehicle can get shocked, as well as when taking the key out. *ak
Other Jeep Grand Wagoneer years
← 1997 Grand Wagoneer · 1999 Grand Wagoneer →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Grand Wagoneer | 3 | 5 |
| 2025 Grand Wagoneer | 3 | 3 |
| 2024 Grand Wagoneer | 35 | 8 |
| 2023 Grand Wagoneer | 49 | 8 |
| 2022 Grand Wagoneer | 63 | 10 |
| 1999 Grand Wagoneer | 9 | 0 |
| 1998 | 4 | 1 |
| 1997 Grand Wagoneer | 1 | 1 |
| 1996 Grand Wagoneer | 0 | 1 |
| 1995 Grand Wagoneer | 3 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Jeep Grand Wagoneer?
Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic, air bags, electrical system problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1998 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 1998 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 1998 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.