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1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee Reliability Rating
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Category
Rating
Comments
Engine
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Transmission & Driveline
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Viscous Coupling.The cost to repair the 4WD Viscous Coupling is estimated at $550.00 for parts and $442.00 for labor.All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Steering & Suspension
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Brakes
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Antilock Brake (ABS) Wheel Speed Sensor.The cost to repair the ABS Wheel Speed Sensor is estimated at $40.00 for parts and $32.50 for labor.All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Heating & Air Conditioning
A common problem on this vehicle is failure of the Air Conditioning (A/C) Evaporator Core. The cost to repair the A/C Evaporator Core is estimated at $250.00 for parts and $299.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Starting & Charging
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Accessories
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Overall
4 out of 5
*Repair costs are based on a flat rate of $65.00 per hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
When considering this vehicle for purchase, be sure to check the following:
4WD Viscous Coupling
A/C Evaporator Core
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