Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee
The 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee is a mixed bag for used car buyers. While there are no owner complaints on file, there are 11 recall campaigns, some involving critical components like fuel tanks and brakes. This vehicle requires a thorough inspection to ensure all recall-related repairs are completed.
NHTSA data on file today
The 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 11 NHTSA recall campaigns on file as of . try.vin has no NHTSA owner complaints on file for the 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #13V252000 Post-Collision Fire after Rear Impact NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #09E025000 FMVSS 108/REPLACEMENT HEADLAMPS/AMBER REFLECTOR NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #09E012000 FMVSS 108/AFTERMARKET COMBINATION LAMPS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #07E104000 CURVED TEMPERED AUTOMOTIVE REPLACEMENT GLASS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #06E026000 FMVSS 108/AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #06E022000 BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDER NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #03E001000 FUEL PUMP NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #02V053000 DAIMLERCHRYSLER/INADVERTENT VEHICLE MOVEMENT NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #99V340000 DAIMLERCHRYSLER/FRONT BRAKE ROTOR NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #97I002000 CHRYSLER/ACCELERATION NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #95V172000 Parking Brake — Conventional — Mechanical NHTSA notice
Known issues to inspect
Fuel tank leakage in rear impacts
How to check: Confirm with seller that fuel tank recall work is completed.
Transmission linkage out of Park
How to check: Test that transmission is secure in Park; it shouldn't move.
Inoperative parking brake
How to check: Test parking brake holds the vehicle steady on an incline.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Check for smooth ignition and stable idle.
Red flag: Hard starting or rough idle
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Monitor for unusual noises or vibrations.
Red flag: Knocking or excessive shaking
- 03
City driving
What to check: Ensure smooth shifting through all gears.
Red flag: Hard or slipping shifts
- 04
Braking test
What to check: Test for consistent braking response.
Red flag: Vibrations or noises when braking
- 05
Parking
What to check: Engage parking brake on an incline.
Red flag: Vehicle rolls when parked
- 06
Highway acceleration
What to check: Check for steady power delivery.
Red flag: Hesitation or loss of power
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the fuel tank recall been completed?
- Can you confirm all recall work is done?
- Has the parking brake ever failed?
- Are there any transmission issues?
- How does it handle on the highway?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Proof of completed recall repairs
- Vehicle service history
- Title and registration
- Accident history report
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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