1999 Jeep Laredo problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 85 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 2.5 times the median Laredo year — the 1999 model ranks #4 of 18 Laredo years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.
No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across brakes (21), transmission (10), and seats (9), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.
85
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
7
Crash-involved
1
Fires reported
3
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 1999 compare to other Laredo years?
What are the most common 1999 Jeep Laredo problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 21 | 25% | ▲ up |
| Transmission | 10 | 12% | ▼ down |
| Seats | 9 | 11% | ▲ up |
| Airbags | 9 | 11% | ▲ up |
| Body & Structure | 6 | 7% | — flat |
| Electrical System | 6 | 7% | ▲ up |
| Lighting | 4 | 5% | ▲ up |
| Engine | 4 | 5% | — flat |
| Visibility & Wipers | 3 | 4% | ▲ up |
| Steering | 3 | 4% | ▲ up |
| Suspension | 3 | 4% | ▲ up |
| Fuel System | 2 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Other | 2 | 2% | ▲ up |
| Latches & Locks | 1 | 1% | — flat |
| Climate Control (A/C & Heat) | 1 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR LOCK. IT MAKES A LOUD BUZZING SOUND WHEN UNLOCKING USING THE REMOTE OR MANUALLY. THE DOOR WILL UNLOCK BUT WON'T LOCK. ALARM WILL SOUND EVEN IF DOOR IS UNLOCKED WHEN OPENED AND REMOTE HAS BEEN USED TO LOCK ALL OTHER DOORS. I HAVE ALSO HAD TO HAVE THE…”
“VEHICLE WAS IN PARK WITH THE EMERGENCY BRAKE ENGAGED, WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING THE VEHICLE JUMPED A CURB INTO THE WINDOW OF BLOCKBUSTER. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF VEHICLE.*AK *TT”
“THE CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION WITH A TELEPHONE POLE WHEN SHE TRIED TO AVOID HITTING A DEER ON THE ROAD AT 45 MPH. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT AND THE SEAT BELT DID NOT HOLD. THE CONSUMER SUFFERED INJURIES. *JB”
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 JEEP LAREDO. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO SIT DOWN ON THE DRIVER'S SEAT, THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BASE OF THE SEAT SNAPPED. THE SEAT BECAME CROOKED. SIX MONTHS PRIOR TO THE FAILURE, THE SEAT WAS REPLACED BY THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER. THE…”
“CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS VEHICLE HOOD FLEW UP AND HIT WINDSHIELD. CONSUMER WAS TEMPORARILY BLINDED BY HOOD. CONSUMER WAS FORCED TO COME TO AN ABRUPT STOP. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. TS”
1999 Jeep Laredo — common questions
Is the 1999 Jeep Laredo reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 85 complaints put the 1999 model at #4 of 18 Laredo years. It is one of the Laredo years to avoid.
What are the most common 1999 Laredo problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (21 complaints), transmission (10 complaints), seats (9 complaints).
Does the 1999 Jeep Laredo have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1999 Jeep Laredo.
Which Jeep Laredo years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Laredo years to avoid are 2000, 2002, 2001, 1999, 1996, 2003, 1997. The cleanest record among Laredo years belongs to 1986.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.