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NHTSA Crash Test Results
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Frontal Crash:
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Rating:
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Driver
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Passenger
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Side Crash:
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Rating:
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Front Seat
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Not Tested
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Rear Seat
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Not Tested
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Rollover Resistance:
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Rating:
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Rollover Resistance
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Not Tested
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The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) provides 3
different ratings -
full-width frontal crash test
,
side impact crash test
, and
rollover resistance
. The frontal crash test indicates how
well the safety features and restraints
will protect an occupant in a head-on
collision. The side-impact test conveys
the chance of a severe chest injury,
while the rollover resistance rating
estimates the risk of rolling over in a
single vehicle crash.
Go to
NHTSA
to learn more about these results.
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IIHS Crash Test Results
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IIHS Crash Test Results for the
1996 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED are not available in CARFAX Safety
& Reliability Ratings.
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Low-Speed Damage Repair
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Front Crash
Description:
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Front Crash
Cost:
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Front into flat
barrier
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$
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805
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Front into angle
barrier
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$
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2253
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Rear Crash
Description:
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Rear Crash Cost:
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Rear into flat
barrier
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$
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1858
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Rear into pole
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$
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2144
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Average Damage
Per Test
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$
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1765
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Insurance Institute for Highway
Safety (IIHS) conducts four 5
mph crash tests to assess bumper
performance. These results
convey how well this
1996 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED
bumpers will protect the car
body from damage in low-speed
collisions.
The low-speed damage
repair costs for this
1996 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED
were obtained from the
Insurance Institute for
Highway Safety, Highway
Loss Data Institute.
Learn more
about these results.
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Injury, Collision, & Theft
Indicators
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Index:
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Score:
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Rating:
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Injury Index
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68
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Substantially better than average
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Collision Index
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82
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Average
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Theft Index
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327
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Substantially worse than average
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These scores are stated
in relative terms, with
100 being the average
for all cars in each
category. Scores greater
than 100 represent
higher risk in each
category. For example,
an injury indicator
score of 122 means that
a passenger in this
model is 22% more likely
to be injured in an
accident.
The injury,
collision, and
theft indicators
for this
1996 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED
are provided by
the Insurance
Institute for
Highway Safety,
Highway Loss
Data Institute.
Learn
more
about these
results.
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Safety Recalls
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NHTSA Safety Recalls:
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Important: The following recalls were issued for the
1996 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED
by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA).
To find out if a specific
1996 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED
still has open recalls that require repair, CARFAX recommends contacting an
authorized dealership
for more information.
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Recall date:
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Not reported
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Units potentially affected:
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1,620,000
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NHTSA campaign number:
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02V053000
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Defective part or component:
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POWER TRAIN:TRANSMISSION:AUTOMATIC:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
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Description:
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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. Inadvertent movement of the vehicle could result in a crash. 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. 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.
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Recall date:
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Not reported
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Units potentially affected:
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32,000
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NHTSA campaign number:
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95V193000
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Defective part or component:
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:FUSE AND FUSE RECEPTICLE
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Description:
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THE FASTENERS WHICH SECURE THE ALTERNATOR CIRCUIT FUSE TO THE POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER MAY HAVE AN IMPROPER CLAMP LOAD. IMPROPER CLAMPING CAN RESULT IN ARCING AT THE CONNECTION POTENTIALLY CAUSING A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ALTERNATOR FUSE WITH A FUSE LINK AND ANY DAMAGE TO THE POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER WILL BE REPAIRED.
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Recall date:
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Not reported
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Units potentially affected:
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70,000
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NHTSA campaign number:
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97V039000
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Defective part or component:
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:OTHER PART
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Description:
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Vehicle Description: Vehicles equipped with memory seat option. The memory seat module wiring harness can come in contact with the seat spring, A low resistance short circuit can develop resulting in localized heating. The localized heating can result in ignition of the seat cushion material and a vehicle fire. Dealers will relocate the memory seat control module and wiring harness and a protective shield will be installed on the seat frame.
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Recall date:
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Not reported
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Units potentially affected:
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65,000
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NHTSA campaign number:
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98V006000
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Defective part or component:
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SUSPENSION:INDEPENDENT FRONT
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Description:
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Vehicle Description: Multi-purpose vehicles equipped with ""Quadra-Trac"" transfer case, temporary spare tire, and any of 225/70R16, 225/75R16 or 245/70R15 road tires. When the temporary spare tire is in use, the front axle can overheat. An overheated axle can force axle fluid out of the seals, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire. Dealers will replace the temporary spare tire with a full sized tire and wheel.
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This 1996 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED safety recall information was provided by the Insurance Institute
for Highway Safety, Highway Data Loss Institute and is derived from the
National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration
list of safety recalls. Please call the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration Auto Safety Hotline at
1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236) to report safety defects or to obtain information on
cars, trucks, child seats, and highway or traffic safety. CARFAX does not review,
validate or edit the information and statements provided by the National Highway
Traffic and Saftey Administration, which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.
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J.D. Power Ratings
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J.D. Power and Associates uses selected highlights from the firm's quality and
customer satisfaction syndicated studies
to create the Power Ratings at the model-level. These ratings and awards are based on
model rankings within each vehicle segment, whereas Power Circle Ratings compare all
models across segments.
All information provided by J.D. Power and Associates is proprietary information owned
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than printing copies of the JDPA content by site visitors for their personal use. J.D.
Power and Associates® is a registered trademark of J.D. Power and Associates.
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Identifix Reliability Ratings
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Category:
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Comments:
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Rating:
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Engine
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No data from source
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Transmission & Driveline
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No data from source
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Steering & Suspension
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No data from source
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Brakes
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No data from source
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Heating & Air Conditioning
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No data from source
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Starting & Charging
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No data from source
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Accessories
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No data from source
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This
1996 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
reliability
information was provided by Identifix.
Identifix is the nation's largest technical
support service for the aftermarket auto repair
industry. CARFAX does not review, validate or edit
the information and statements provided by Identifix,
which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.
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Original Manufacturer Warranty
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Coverage:
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Years/Mileage:
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Basic
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3 years or 36,000 miles
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Drivetrain
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3 years or 36,000 miles
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Emissions
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2 years or 24,000 miles
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Corrosion
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7 years or 100,000 miles
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Transferable
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Transferable: no cost, unlimited owners covered.
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Roadside Assistance
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Roadside assistance is covered for 3 years or 36,000 miles.
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Safety Belt & Inflatable Restraint
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No data from source
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Specific Components
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8 years or 80,000 miles
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Notes:
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Manufacturer covers emissions components under basic warranty. Emissions coverage may vary by state. Refer to owners manual for specific details. Transferable: no cost, unlimited owners covered. Roadside assistance free during basic coverage but requires $25 deductible that applies to out of gas/fuel delivery, flat tire, and lock out service. Corrosion coverage applies to outer panels. Inner panels are covered for 3 years only. Wear items are covered for 1 year or 12,000 miles.
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This 1996 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED warranty information
has been provided by J&L Warranty Pros.
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New Car Test Drive Review
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Summary:
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The luxury hot rod of sport-utilities.
By Michelle Krebs, NewCarTestDrive.com
The Grand Cherokee's strongest suit is its all-around carlike driveability combined with its off-road capability, a feature one would expect from anything bearing the Jeep name. In addition, it is equipped with good safety features, outstanding luxury amenities and the sophisticated Quadra-Trac option, all of which makes it a standout in a field filled with steadily improving choices. With V8 power, it's the top performer in its class. Add distinctive styling, and it's easy to see why this vehicle remains a best-seller. |
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Overview:
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The Grand Cherokee is the flagship of Jeep's sport-utility family, and, in some respects, remains ahead of the ever-growing and ever-improving compact-class pack. When Chrysler introduced the Grand Cherokee in 1992 sport-utility sales already were booming, with Jeep Cherokee enjoying year-over-year sales gains for more than a decade. The idea was to take the Cherokee concept a step up the aspirational ladder, combining rugged Jeep attributes with the luxury, comfort and performance associated with expensive cars. The combination has proved to be a winning one. Over a quarter-million Grand Cherokees rolled out of Jeep-Eagle dealerships last year, a total that was second only to Ford's phenomenal Explorer among all sport-utility vehicles. Obviously, the folks at Jeep have been doing something right. For 1996, the Grand Cherokee receives a number of significant detail changes. Most notably, the interior underwent a makeover, which included installation of dual airbags and more luxury options. The exterior also received modest freshening updates. We picked a Limited model with V8 power and 4wd for our review.
Read the complete
1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee review
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© 2002 NewCarTestDrive.com
CARFAX does not review, validate or edit the information and statements provided by NewCarTestDrive.com, which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.
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Awards
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