1998 Jeep Cherokee TSBs

80 manufacturer communications for the 1998 Jeep Cherokee sit in NHTSA's public file. A TSB is factory repair guidance, not a recall — the repair is not automatically free. The 1998 Cherokee problem report covers complaints, recalls, and investigations.

80Communications

What the bulletins cover

Electrical16 bulletins
Engine15 bulletins
Body & structure10 bulletins
Transmission & drivetrain7 bulletins
Airbags5 bulletins
Seats & interior4 bulletins

Most recent service bulletins

The 20 most recent of 80 communications on file. The complete set is searchable on NHTSA's page for this vehicle.

Electrical 9004275 July 22, 2020

KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and…

Electrical 9004275 July 22, 2020

KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and…

Electrical 08-049-20 April 22, 2020

Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.

Body & structure 31-006-19 November 20, 2019

Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.

Service bulletin 31-003-19 November 20, 2019

Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.

Body & structure 31-005-19 November 20, 2019

Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.

Body & structure 3100619 November 20, 2019

Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.

Body & structure 3100319 November 20, 2019

Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.

Body & structure 3100519 November 20, 2019

Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.

Engine R2118796A February 26, 2016

Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.

Service bulletin 23-014-15 April 23, 2015

Child Seat Tether Anchor Installation This bulletin describes procedures to install Child Seat Tether Anchors based on Customer Request. Retrofits are subject to part availability. Vehicles in the following list that are marked **** for the model year are no longer supported…

Body & structure 9002849 September 3, 2014

Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement please order kit 68253161AA. Insulator…

Body & structure 9002849 September 3, 2014

Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement please order kit 68253161AA. Insulator…

Engine 22 August 1, 2006

REPROGRAM PCM AND INSPECT CATALYTIC CONVERTER.

Service bulletin 1802002 June 24, 2002

FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY.

Body & structure 2302602 June 10, 2002

SUBJECT REGARDING FLOOR PAN CORROSION.

Visibility & wipers 2301502 April 1, 2002

SUBJECT REGARDING OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT.

Visibility & wipers 2302701 September 21, 2001

SUBJECT REGARDING OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT.

Electrical 0801001 May 25, 2001

SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG / CLOCK SPRING SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2002 MODEL YEAR JEEP LIBERTY.

Service bulletin 1801201 May 25, 2001

SUBJECT REGARDING GENERIC SCAN TOOL (GST), PUBLICATION NO. 81-170-00008 PROVIDED WITH THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TO PROVIDE REFERENCE INFORMATION WHEN USING GENERIC SCAN TOOL ON OBDII VEHICLES.

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Data updated 2026-08-20 from NHTSA's public records

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