Hellwig 7568 Rear Sway Bar for 1984-2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4WD 2-Door/4-Door

Vehicle Fitment

• 1984-2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ (2-Door, 4WD, 2.5L I4 / 2.8L V6 / 4.0L I6)
• 1984-2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ (4-Door, 4WD, 2.5L I4 / 2.8L V6 / 4.0L I6)

Fitment Notes

• Fits 4WD configurations only - does not fit 2WD Jeep Cherokee XJ models.
• Fits all 4WD-equipped trim levels including Base, SE, Sport, Classic, Pioneer, Chief, Wagoneer, Briarwood, Limited, Country, and Special Service Package.
• Fits both 2-door and 4-door body styles across the full 1984-2001 production run.
• The 2.8L V6 engine was available only in 1984-1986 model years; the 4.0L I6 was introduced in 1987.
• Drilling may be required during installation on certain applications - installation difficulty is rated Advanced (Level 3). Allow approximately 2-3 hours for installation.
• Hellwig recommends pairing with a Hellwig front sway bar for a complete front-to-rear handling upgrade.

Features

• Purpose-built rear sway bar engineered specifically for the 1984-2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ platform - improves body roll control on a platform known for high-center-of-gravity handling characteristics.
• 3/4" diameter solid, heat-treated 4140 chromoly spring steel construction - larger than the factory bar for greater roll stiffness and more precise cornering response.
• Reduces side-to-side body roll during cornering, keeping weight more evenly distributed across all four tires for improved traction and stability.
• Effective for both on-road handling improvement and loaded tow/haul applications where the XJ's rear suspension is under increased stress.
• High-durometer polyurethane bushings included for superior roll resistance, reduced noise, and longer service life compared to rubber bushings.
• Heat-formed as a single piece from 4140 chromoly steel - more structurally consistent at the bends than cold-bent aftermarket bars.
• Gray hammertone powdercoated finish for corrosion resistance and durability across all driving and weather conditions.
• Bolt-on installation using factory mounting locations where possible - all necessary mounting hardware is included.
• ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing at Hellwig's Visalia, California facility ensures precision quality on every unit.
• Made in the USA. Backed by a Limited Lifetime Warranty.

Specifications

• Part Number: 7568
• Bar Diameter: 3/4" (0.750 in. / 19.05 mm)
• Bar Material: Solid, heat-treated 4140 chromoly spring steel
• Finish: Gray Hammertone Powdercoated
• Position: Rear
• Rate Type: Fixed (non-adjustable)
• Drivetrain: 4WD only
• Shipping Weight: 15.5 lbs.
• Shipping Dimensions: 56 in. L x 21.25 in. W x 3.5 in. H
• UPC: 745662075682
• Warranty: Limited Lifetime

Included Components

• 1x Hellwig 7568 Rear Sway Bar (3/4" diameter, chromoly, gray hammertone powdercoated)
• 1x Set of high-durometer polyurethane bushings
• 1x Pair of sway bar end links
• 1x Set of mounting brackets
• 1x Complete mounting hardware kit
• 1x Installation instruction sheet

Product Description

The Hellwig 7568 Rear Sway Bar is a direct-application suspension upgrade engineered specifically for the 1984-2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ equipped with 4WD. The XJ's unibody platform and elevated ride height create a naturally high center of gravity, and the factory rear suspension - while capable off-road - leaves the vehicle prone to noticeable body lean and sway during on-road cornering, especially on lifted or loaded examples. The Hellwig 7568 addresses this with a solid 3/4" heat-treated 4140 chromoly bar that is larger in diameter than the factory rear anti-roll setup, delivering meaningfully improved lateral stiffness and more even weight distribution across all four corners. Drivers will feel the difference immediately: less body roll in turns, more confident cornering, and a more planted feel at highway speeds.

The bar is manufactured from solid 4140 chromoly spring steel using Hellwig's hot-forming process, which produces a single-piece bar that is more dimensionally consistent at the bends compared to cold-bent alternatives. The gray hammertone powdercoat finish provides long-term corrosion protection in all operating environments, including off-road mud and water exposure. High-durometer polyurethane bushings are included and provide superior roll resistance and reduced deflection versus standard rubber bushings. All mounting brackets, end links, and hardware needed for installation are included in the kit, though some applications may require drilling - installers should plan for a Level 3 Advanced installation requiring approximately 2-3 hours.

Fitment covers all 4WD Jeep Cherokee XJ models from 1984 through 2001, spanning both 2-door and 4-door body styles and all engine options offered during the production run - including the 2.5L I4, 2.8L V6 (1984-1986), and 4.0L I6. All trim levels with 4WD are supported. This part does not fit 2WD Cherokee XJ variants. Built at Hellwig's ISO 9001:2015 certified Visalia, California facility and covered by a Limited Lifetime Warranty, the 7568 is a proven American-made upgrade for one of the most iconic compact SUVs ever produced.