1998 Jeep Laredo Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Laredo years
- Fewer complaints than other years 8th of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Jeep Laredo. That ranks 8th out of 10 Laredo model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (15 complaints, 45%), typically at around 210,891 miles. Complaints mention 9 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 33owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 9complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1998 Jeep Laredo 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 15 | 45% | 210,891 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 12% | 143,302 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 9% | 153,361 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 9% | 206,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 6% | 156,230 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 6% | 20,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 6% | 218,920 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 3% | 10 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 3% | 125,000 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 3% | 147,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1998 Jeep Laredo recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1998 Jeep Laredo.
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Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Jeep stalls out at any given time. Having to replace gas tank. Inside line for tank has eroded away and plastic flakes clog the line and causes vehicle to dead stop run.
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 jeep laredo. The contact stated that the driver side door latch fractured and allowed the door to open while the vehicle was in motion. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact replaced the latch. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was…
It first started out as this.. The a/c quit working ,windows don't roll, cluster quit working, computer quit working , no power going down the road, and now the vehicle was parked at the house and it caught on fire my husband did a complete tune up, fixed the a/c, the windows, changed all fluids…
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 jeep laredo. While driving 5 mph, the low beam headlights failed to operate. Whenever the contact attempted to turn on the vehicle, he had to shift into neutral. When parked on a hill, the vehicle rolled intermittently. The failure occurred numerous times. The vehicle…
I had just purchased a lifted 1998 jeep grand cherokee laredo from a private party. When i test drove the vehicle there were no problems. However, on my way home with my new purchase, the vehicle stalled while driving, causing steering and brake failure. I thought maybe it was a fluke but then it…
Other Jeep Laredo years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 Laredo | 20 | 0 |
| 2003 Laredo | 57 | 0 |
| 2002 Laredo | 80 | 0 |
| 2001 Laredo | 70 | 0 |
| 2000 Laredo | 81 | 0 |
| 1999 Laredo | 60 | 0 |
| 1998 | 33 | 0 |
| 1997 Laredo | 38 | 0 |
| 1996 Laredo | 47 | 0 |
| 1995 Laredo | 20 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Jeep Laredo?
Owners most often report power train, engine and engine cooling, electrical system problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 15 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1998 Jeep Laredo?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1998 Jeep Laredo a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Laredo model years, the 1998 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.