2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005

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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee repairs by problem area

Engine (25%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (26%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (9%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (7%)

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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (6%)

$1000 - $2499 (6%)

$500 - $999 (6%)

$100 - $499 (53%)

< $100 (29%)

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Chart based on 17 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Engine not specified

83080 mi Small power steering fluid leak when sold. 

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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV

325-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

28000 mi Clock spring in steering column became noisy, replaced. Suspension clunk due to faulty sway bar bushings. 
120920 mi

C $411
Replaced steering pump 
126480 mi

C $400
Replaced front and rear shocks 
127820 mi

C $560
Replaced broken stud and wheel bearing 
125000 mi

US $100
steering rack & pinion replaced 
140000 mi

US $400
I replaced both upper control arms due to one of the ball joints being worn. Vehicle has a 2" lift with large tires, some suspension wear is expected. 
44000 mi

US $300
Tech discovered leaking power steering hose during oil change. We opted to have it replaced on his recommendation. 
105400 mi

R 450
Slight instability was noticed on corrugated roads, upon inspection oil was leaking from the one front shock absorber, replaced 
148800 mi

R 12000
I noticed some banging noises coming from the back on the chassis when driving over uneven surfaces. Check for suspension problems at my local tire shop who diagnosed worn shocks. Replaced 
54000 mi

US $300
Steering felt loose since last repair, but not enough to be dangerous. Dealer found worn bushings and replaced them.  

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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV

230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

133000 mi

US $1800
frt wheel bearing 
86800 mi

A $50
Suspected high pressure hose leaking, causing whining noise. Ordered high pressure hose  
87420 mi

A $80
replaced hose 
87000 mi Left-rear lower control arm replaced. 

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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV

210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

40000 mi

US $400
Power steering pump leaking. Replaced pump. 
111600 mi

$150
rear wheel hub replacement 

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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Suspension Problems

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