Overview & Reviews

The new-for-'99 Grand Cherokee contains only 127 carryover parts from the previous model, and gets a new powertrain, rear suspension, braking and steering systems, 4WD system, interior and exterior styling.

• Still looks like a Jeep. Better engine performance and handling. Safety.

User Reviews:

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  LEMON? - 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Mike M - August 24 - 6:46 am

  Bought car used in Oct 2001 at 45000 mis. SInce that time, have had left rear wheel spindle and rotor replaced, rear diff pinion gears replaced, trans valve body replaced, and is in shop now with leak in transfer case, trans band adj, and more brake rotor problems. All this within 5000 miles of driving. I love the style, but cant wait to unload it. Dealer has been great in working with me, but I need a reliable vehicle. Highly recommend ext warranty if you are considering purchase.

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  High maintenance - 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Tom Halvorson - August 5 - 10:00 am

  The Jeep turned out to be very high maintenance. My first brake job was at 7500 miles, next at 11,750, next at 24,500 and on and on. The brake job at 51,500 cost over $500. The transmission was replaced at 11,750. At 61,600 I had to replace the transfer case output and input seals. Also another brake job at that time. Now at 66,000 miles the transfer case shifter shaft seal is leaking and to fix will cost $450. Also the rear differential bearings are making noise and must be replaced ($950) and if you let it go too long you will damage the rear axles ($$$). It is beginning to feel like the brakes need work again.

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  not impressed - 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By terri potts - June 5 - 10:00 am

  My fuel pump had to be replaced. Brake system is terrible, car rolled into my garage door after being put in park and emergency brake in place. 800 had no reponse. i am currently having transmission problems. wheel bearing have been replaced and i currently need another replacement. i have a very noisy ride. spend your money elsewhere

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  Stay away from the 1999 JGC - 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By jedisean - January 6 - 12:10 pm

  The power train is great. Everything else stinks. The first week I had it, I had it in the shop 4 times. Service is poor and in the 3 years I have had it, I have had it in the shop 30 times. Anything from the brakes (twice) to the sunroof. Do not buy. The problems were fixed in 2000, but I would not take that chance again.

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  Grand Cherokee Limited 1999 - 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Jeep1999 - October 23 - 3:23 am

  Overall, its a nice looking SUV. The leather seats are quite comfortable. The stereo system is great. The problem is Ive had it in the shop too many times for different things. Brakes, motor in heated mirror went out, one of the speakers stopped working, etc.

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  Chrysler Sucks - 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Bad Brakes - August 23 - 10:00 am

  After 10k miles started having front brake pulsations. Took to dealer for repair. They turned the rotors. After 5k miles same problem. DIDO. Mechanic said that rotor was at tolerence limit and could not be turned again. I asked to replace the rotors. Chrysler would not authorize that. On 5/13/02 Chrysler service bulletin #0500302 says that for this problem, replace rotors, calipers and pads on all 1999-2002 GCs. It took Chrysler 3 years to admit they had bad parts and would not replace them. I called Chrysler to have the repair done. They said--sorry Charlie, that is a ware part and nothing can be done. THEY NEVER FIXED IT RIGHT THE FIRST TIME!

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  Carrier and axle bearings - 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By 99 Grand Cherokee - July 22 - 2:00 am

  I bought this vehicle used from dealership with 42000 mi, I noticed what appeared to me the tires singing very noisey. The salesman told me it was the tires. I put new tires on, still the noise was there. ICalled the dealership to find out the warranty was gone with the first owner. I took it to my mechanic, to find out the carrier and axle bearings were completely shot! One bearing was even warped. We were riding on a PRAYER with it being a 99 JGC & only 42000 miles with this kind of problem.Chrysler needs to be more responsible for its products they produce at such a high price.

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  Jeep = Junk - 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Brian A - June 4 - 10:00 am

  The gas mileage (V-8) with the exception of highway cruise (about 20 mpg) is horrid, about 13.5 mpg. The front brakes suck, have been replaced 3 times in the first 27k miles. The rest of the vehicle has faired only a bit better. Stalling, transfer case binding, drivers seat loose (was told that is normal) are current issues at 31K miles. Love to drive it, it tows a trailer very well even in high crosswinds, and it is very capable off- road. My lease ends soon, glad I dont own it.

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  Follow up to previous review - 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By tricky - January 27 - 10:00 am

  Since I posted the last time Water pump had to be replaced,brakes had to be replaced,transmission jerks under partial acceleration. I would walk before I lease another JEEP. I know the service writer by first name. Hope chrysler isnt making tanks for the troops,or will be in deep do do

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  Bad brakes - 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By mas - October 28 - 10:00 am

  Expect that every 12,000 miles you will have to replace the rotors. And our dealer even told us that Chrysler was of no help. Now, at 36 K , shocks need to be replaced. 99.99 % suburban driving !! Never again.