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The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a range of mid-size SUVs produced by the American manufacturer Jeep. At its introduction, while most SUVs were still manufactured with body-on-frame construction, the Grand Cherokee has used a unibody chassis from the start.

Development

The Grand Cherokee's origins date back to 1983 when American Motors Corporation (AMC) was designing a successor to the Jeep Cherokee. Three outside (non-AMC) designers—Larry Shinoda, Alain Clenet, and Giorgetto Giugiaro—were also under contract with AMC to create and build a clay model of the Cherokee XJ replacement, then known as the "XJC" project. However, the basic design for the Cherokee's replacement was well under way by AMC's in-house designers and the 1989 Jeep Concept 1 show car foretold the basic design.

As AMC began the development of the next Jeep in 1985, management created a business process that is now known as product lifecycle management (PLM). According to François Castaing, Vice President for Product Engineering and Development, the smallest U.S. automaker was looking for a way to speed up its product development process to compete better against its larger competitors. The XJC's development was aided by computer-aided design (CAD) software systems making the engineers more productive. Meanwhile, new communication systems allowed potential conflicts to be resolved faster, thus reducing costly engineering changes, because all drawings and documents were in a central database. The system was so effective that after Chrysler purchased AMC in 1987, it expanded the system throughout its enterprise, thus connecting everyone involved in designing and building products.

The Grand Cherokee thus became the first Chrysler-badged Jeep product. Development work for the new Jeep model continued and Chrysler's employees (after the 1987 buyout of AMC) were eager for a late-1980s release date; however, CEO Lee Iacocca was pushing for redesigned Chrysler minivans, thus delaying the Grand Cherokee's release until late 1992 as an Explorer competitor. Unlike the Explorer, the Grand Cherokee utilized monocoque (unibody) construction, whereas the Explorer was a derivative of the Ranger pickup with a separate body-on-frame. A Dodge-branded version was designed as a precaution should Jeep dealers struggle to handle so many Grand Cherokee units.

The Grand Cherokee debuted in grand fashion at the 1992 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan. The vehicle that was driven was a Poppy Red Clear Coat 1993 Grand Cherokee ZJ Laredo with a quartz cloth interior and high-back bucket seats. Then Chrysler president Robert Lutz drove Detroit mayor, Coleman Young, from the Jefferson North Assembly Plant on North Jefferson Avenue via a police escort to Cobo Hall, up the steps of Cobo Hall and through a plate glass window to show off the new vehicle. Sales of the 1993 model year Grand Cherokee began in April 1992.

Production of the Grand Cherokee started shortly afterward in the purpose-built Jefferson North Assembly in Detroit, Michigan. European Grand Cherokees are manufactured in Austria by Magna Steyr. The Grand Cherokee "played a significant part in reviving Chrysler's fortunes by moving it into the then-nascent market for high-margin sports utility vehicles."

Upon its introduction, it was the first full-scale manufacture of an automobile in the US using HFC-134a refrigerant in place of HCFC-12 for the HVAC system.

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Common 1990 Jeep Laredo problems

Based on the information provided in the sources, here are some common problems with the Jeep Laredo 1990 based on complaints from owners:

  • Ignition System Problems:
    • The ignition system in the Jeep Laredo 1990 can experience issues like rough engine running and a flashing check engine light. Failures in the distributor wires or ignition coils can be the cause. Replacing the wires, plugs, cap, and rotor can help resolve these ignition-related problems.

These common problems reported by owners of the Jeep Laredo 1990 can impact the vehicle's performance and reliability. Addressing these issues promptly through proper maintenance and repairs can help ensure the smooth operation of the vehicle.

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How long do 1990 Jeep Cherokees last?

Though some Cherokees have driven over 300,000 miles, most drivers should expect to see very serious problems begin to pile up at about 175,000 miles. Early generations of the Cherokee seemed to experience longer lifespans than their modern counterparts.

What is the best year for the Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo?

A: The most reliable years for the Jeep Grand Cherokee are 2013, 2019, 1995, and 2008. These models have demonstrated robust performance and durability, making them excellent choices for reliability.

What years did Jeep Grand Cherokee have problems?

2011-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems such as fail-prone TIPM sensors, delaminating leather and cracked cylinder heads are usually found in early model years. The 2014-2017 V6 Grand Cherokee has a finicky 8-speed transmission and the 2013-2017 V8 is known for having a weak water pump.

What is the most common problem with Jeep Cherokee?

Some of the most common problems with Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs include the following:

  • Power Steering Failure: A vehicle's power steering system helps you maneuver your SUV, especially when turning or driving at low speeds. ...
  • Engine Issues. ...
  • Other Electrical System Problems. ...
  • Safety Concerns.

What year did Jeep Grand Cherokee have problems?

Jeep Grand Cherokee 1 problems included many of the same issues as fifth-generation models, including powertrain concerns, electrical mishaps, and more. Significant problems with Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs can be linked to every generation. These problems hit the 4th generation model years 2011–2015 the hardest.

How long do 1990 Jeep Cherokees last?

Though some Cherokees have driven over 300,000 miles, most drivers should expect to see very serious problems begin to pile up at about 175,000 miles. Early generations of the Cherokee seemed to experience longer lifespans than their modern counterparts.

Are 2nd gen Jeep Cherokees reliable?

What's Wrong with the 2nd Generation (1984–2001) Cherokee? Cherokee owners have made 137 complaints about the 1984–2001 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 3rd out of 18 Jeep generations in overall reliability , with some electrical and engine concerns.

What is the main problem on a Jeep Cherokee?

Some of the common issues that plague the Jeep Cherokee include engine stalls, transmission problems, and transmission-related recalls.

1990 Jeep Laredo car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Jeep Laredo problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

  • Service brakes problems
  • Hydraulic problems
  • Engine and engine cooling problems
  • Steering problems
  • Structure problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 1990 Jeep Laredo vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

1990 Jeep Laredo complaints

The NHTSA has received 23 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1990 Jeep Laredo.

2014-07-22

SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2014-07-18
  • VIN: 1J4FJ58L2LL
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1990 JEEP LAREDO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE BRAKES FAILED TO RESPOND. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED ABNORMALLY TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO STATED THAT THE ABS PUMP, THE ABS MOTOR HYDRAULIC CONTROL ASSEMBLY, AND THE HYDRAULIC UNIT ANTI LOCK BRAKE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 107,000.
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2010-08-11

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2010-07-04
  • VIN: 1J4FJ58L6LL
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1990 JEEP CHEROKEE LAREDO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED. HE WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE DRIVING. WITHIN A COUPLE OF DAYS, HE ENGAGED THE BRAKES WITH EXCESSIVELY AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP. THE FAILURE STARTED ON AUGUST 4, 2010. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TWO LOCAL MECHANICS WHO REFERRED THEM TO THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE RECALL WORK HAD ALREADY BEEN PERFORMED. THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED IN JULY 23, 2010. THE CONTACT WAS NOT THE FIRST OWNER OF THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CALLED AND REFERRED THE CONTACT TO THE DEALER. SHE REFERENCED NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 96V260000, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC ANTILOCK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 205,000.
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2003-02-26

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2003-02-26
  • VIN: UNKNOWN
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: ALL OF THE BOLT HOLES HOLDING THE ROOF RACK DOWN ARE LEAKING, BODY SHOP PERSON KNEW WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS WITHOUT EVEN GOING TO HIM BECAUSE ALL OF THEM ARE DOING THAT. I LATER TOOK IT TO HIM AND AFTER DROPPING THE HEADLINER HE CONFIRMED WHAT HE ALREADY KNEW.*JB
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2001-06-08

POWER TRAIN PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2000-11-01
  • Components: POWER TRAIN
  • Summary: WHEN TURNING VEHICLE TO LEFT HEARD A GRINDING NOISE COMING FROM TRANSFER CASE. CONSUMER HAS YET TO CONTACT DEALER. ANOTHER MECHANIC ALSO STATED THAT NOISE WAS COMING FROM TRANSFER CASE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK
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2000-12-18

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2000-12-18
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: ABS LIGHT CAME ON, BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR , AND VEHICLE STOPPED. *AK
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2000-08-14

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: WHEN APPLYING BRAKES, VEHICLE STOPS AND THEN JUMPS AHEAD, ALMOST CAUSING COLLISIONS. *SLC
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2000-03-14

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2000-03-12
  • VIN: 1J4FJ58L7LL
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: WHEN DRIVER APPLIED BRAKES THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. THE ABS BRAKE SYSTEM HAS HAD 6 SEPARATE INCIDENTS WITH 2 TOTAL FAILURES. *AK *ML
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1999-11-18

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1999-08-15
  • Fire: 1
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,EQUIPMENT
  • Summary: WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE COMING FRON UNDER THE HOOD,WHEN THE CONSUMER PULLED OVER TO CHECK THE PROBLEM, FLAMES OF FIRE CAME FROM UNDER THE HOOD. IT WA SA GASOLINE FUEL INJECTION FIRE. ALSO AIR CONDITIONER WAS NOT WORKING. *AK
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1999-02-02

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1996-05-16
  • VIN: 1J4FJ58L2LL
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: REAR WHEEL CYLINDERS REPLACED DUE TO LEAKAGE, CAUSING BRAKES TO SQUEAL.
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1999-02-02

VISIBILITY PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1998-03-30
  • VIN: 1J4FJ58L2LL
  • Components: VISIBILITY
  • Summary: WIPER BLADES REPLACED.
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1999-02-02

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1998-03-30
  • VIN: 1J4FJ58L2LL
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: DISTRIBUTOR CAP/ROTOR REPLACED.
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1999-02-02

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1998-03-30
  • VIN: 1J4FJ58L2LL
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: FRONT BRAKES REPLACED.
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1999-02-02

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1995-01-18
  • VIN: 1J4FJ58L2LL
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: HOSE CLAMP ON RADIATOR FAILED.
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1999-02-02

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1995-01-18
  • VIN: 1J4FJ58L2LL
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: SERPENTINE BELT REPLACED.
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1999-02-02

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1995-01-18
  • VIN: 1J4FJ58L2LL
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: COLD/STIFF POWER STEERING.
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1999-02-02

EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1990-12-27
  • VIN: 1J4FJ58L2LL
  • Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
  • Summary: FOG LIGHT SWITCH REPLACED TWICE.
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1999-02-02

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1998-03-30
  • VIN: 1J4FJ58L2LL
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: MUFFLER REPLACED.
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1998-12-29

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
  • VIN: 1J4FJ58L5LL
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: VIBRATION PULLEY SHIFTED OFF ITS RUBBER MOUNTING CAUSING SERPENTINE BELT TO SHRED, STOPPING FANS, WATER PUMP , ALTERNATOR , POWER STEERING AND A/C UNIT.
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1998-12-29

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
  • VIN: 1J4FJ58L5LL
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: DESIGN FLAW OF THE COOLING SYSTEM DOES NOT CONTAIN A SAFETY RELIEF VALVE, WHICH MAY ALLOW FOR THE FILL BOTTLE TO EXPLODED WHEN OVERHEATING OCCURS.
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1998-04-27

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1995-12-31
  • VIN: 1J4FJ58L5LL
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
  • Summary: WHILE DRIVING FRONT BRAKE ROTOR BROKE PRIOR TO RECALL CAUSING THE FRONT WHEEL TO LOCK UP.
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1997-07-20

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1997-07-16
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: ANTILOCK BRAKES FAILED AFTER RECALL REPAIRS.
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1997-01-21

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1996-12-07
  • VIN: 1J4FJ57L0LL
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: EA97-001, FRONT LEFT DISC ROTOR HUB SEPARATION WHEN DRIVING . *AK
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1996-01-28

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1996-01-20
  • VIN: 1J4FJ58L1LL
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: POWER STEERING HOSE CLAMP CAME OFF, CAUSING LEAKAGE. TT
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