1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seats Problems
- 78
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 78 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- side seat · 23 records
- seat frame · 18 records
- front seat · 13 records
- drivers seat · 12 records
- seat bracket · 9 records
- failure mileage · 8 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 28 |
| 60–100k mi | 18 |
| 150–400k mi | 11 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Seats
At approximately 137,000 miles, the driver's seat frame snapped at two points, causing the seat to rock from side to side when entering/exiting and when making sharp turns. Since it is not attached to the frame at that point, it will not pass inspection. I was in motion on a busy city street on the way to school when the seat gave way and started moving.
ODI 11044918
Seats · Service Brakes
The driver's side electric seat bracket has broken in two places making the seat wobble. Also, the passenger side brake caliper has an abs problem
ODI 10928291
Seats
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 jeep grand cherokee. While attempting to stop the vehicle at 30 mph, the contact depressed the brake pedal with excessive force. As a result, the seat detached and the contact was pinned between the steering column and seat. The contact lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was…
ODI 10874186
Seats
I have about 192,000 miles ...owned the car since 2001..about 1 year ago i noticed the front seat was beginning to wiggle...in time until 10/14/15 when i took it to the chrysler deatership (franich) in watsonville, ca. 95076 where i was advised i had a broken frame on the driver's side front seat. Their only solution was to try and sell me a whole new seat assembly...at the cost of $750 which would have represented…
ODI 10806261
Seats
I was driving along, and made a left turn when i heard a loud pop and felt my driver's seat become loose. It wobbles around and feels as though it would go flying away if i were to be struck by another vehicle at any time. It makes the car very hard to drive and feels very unsafe. I took it to the dealership as soon as i could get it there and was told the part to fix it had been discontinued. I was advised to go…
ODI 10620825
Seats
The driver seat came off track or broke i've fixed it a few times but i think its a safety issue if i get into a wreak i'm not protected my seat is almost in the back seat already laying on the car seat of my kid, it moves when i turn or break, so if i get hit i'm going to be thrown out of my seat and or car i've already got to take it to get he gas tank issue fixed, the tail lights not working right i've gotten a…
ODI 10786380
Seats
Tl* the contact owns 1999 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated while getting in and out of the vehicle, the driver's seat became loose without warning. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had not been notified. The failure mileage was 170,000.
ODI 10586238
Seats
Driving home following and as i was slowing for a curve in a residential area near home the seat gave way. I checked as best i could and noticed some rust areas on the carpet, bolts, holding the seat frame & the frame itself (there was no interior water leaks in the vehicle). The seat has continued to give & break. I checked to see if a recall had been made or a safety bulletin been issued and found it had not, but…
ODI 10615450
Seats
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that the front driver's side seat bracket fractured, which caused the seat to wobble. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 175,000.
ODI 10520629
Seats
While driving, the drivers seat had something break underneath it causing the seat to become more of a rocking chair, wobbling back and forth and to the side. My 19 year old son was driving at the time, and thank goodness he was preparing to stop at a stop sign and he almost was thrown backwards. Now this vehicle is undriveable. Have called around to jeep dealers and found out that it is the power seat adjuster…
ODI 10461010
Seats
Drivers seat is broke, cant find a replacement, salvage yard said this is a common problem for jeeps. *kb
ODI 10437805
Seat Heater/Cooler · Seats
On a recent day-long trip, the electric seat heater on driver's side overheated, causing a 4" diameter badly blistered burn on the back of my leg. A recall for this defect was issued on 4/7/2009 for 2001-2004 models (nhtsa campaign number: 09v117000 ), but i was not able to find one for the 1999 grand cherokee limited. The local dealer (lithia in grants pass, or) requested i submit this so he can make the proper…
1 injury
ODI 10435195
Air Bags · Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Seats · Service Brakes
We have owned our 1999 grand cherokee since 1999 - its been a great car but every single issue listed on this website has befallen us. Currently @ 149k miles we have no heat on the driver side due to blend door assembly, the airbag light goes off all the time and there is no heat in the drivers side seat. I am shocked that so many people have the exact same issues and that to me says there is truly something wrong.…
ODI 10558497
Seats
I own a 1999 jeep grand cherokee i have had the driver seat welded 3 to 4 times since 2005. Now the seat and brackets are so bad drivers seat snapped near the top and rear the bracket. I thank the powers that i wasn't driving in traffic when it happened..... I think jeep and the chrysler corp should replace my and all of these brackets in all jeeps before someone dies as a result of the incident. *tr
ODI 10384131
Seats
The front left and rear right brackets on the drivers side seat have shear completely in half.
ODI 10382215
Equipment · Seats
My drivers seat has broken down and become very uncomfortable, and the passenger side makes a clunk noise when someone sits in it during breaking and acceleration this is. One of the many things to have broken on this seat. Very poor quality! *tr
ODI 10378839
Seats
Driver side seat frame snapped in front right corners. This is a 1999 jeep grand cherokee. I have not been able to find a replacement frame.it is a safety issue to have the sea snapped under normal use... I have read there are multiple complaints of this regard... Please let me know if ever there is a recall. *tr
ODI 10379767
Seats
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 jeep grand cherokee laredo. The contact stated that the driver seat rear bracket was broken. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who offered no assistance. The contact called the manufacturer who also offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 156,000.
ODI 10379717
Seats
While parked, i leaned back in my seat and the plate that connects to the floor broke. If i were in an accident and the same had happened, a lot of good a seat belt would have done. *tt
ODI 10425812
Seats
Driver's seat brackets broke - normal use. Looking into repairs now. *tr
ODI 10363758
Air Bags · Seats
Two complaints-(1) at approximately 120,000 miles the driver's front seat bracket broke and began leaning the seat backwards. After another 8,000 miles the bracket completely broke. It was welded by a professional welder and replaced. At approximately 138,000 miles it broke again and will have to be welded again but i cannot afford to pay to have it fixed right now. I researched and found that this is a very, very…
ODI 10375047
Seats
Jeep grand cherokee laredo drivers side seat completely broken off of frame. Started with one side breaking several months ago, leaving seat to lean to one side and unable to adjust anymore then just completely snapped off. Drove for couple days with something wedged in the back to keep propped up until it could be looked at. Was told it is not repairable. Would have to be a costly replacement. *tr
ODI 10353823
Seats
Driver side seat frame snapped in two opposite corners. This is a 1999 jeep grand cherokee. After further investigation i have not been able to find a replacement frame. Please if you have a recall solution i would like to know about it. There are a ton of complaints online about this issue. Making an american car company that was bailedout by our wise government, look absolutely terrible. To americans buyers. *tr
ODI 10356091
Seats
I have a 1999 grand jeep cherokee. My front driver seat is broken as well. I've owned many cars in my life, and i've never had a broken seat. I should be a recall on the 1999 jeeps. It's up there with having a working air bag. No one should have to pay to have their driver seat fix, when that should be one thing they shouldn't have to worry about. It's happening to a lot of grand jeep cherokees. I hope they do a…
ODI 10357425
Seats
Driving down a flat straight road and i heard a metallic snap. Seat began to sway. Upon inspection, i found that the drivers side seat frame broke in two. *tr
ODI 10344927