2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee Jeep Grand Cherokee 2002

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2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (12%)

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2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (8%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (58%)

< $100 (17%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV

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

140548 mi

US $1045
brake rotors front wheel bearing and hub assembly 
173000 mi

US $800
That factory coil springs began to sag and the rubber isolators were worn out, I had 2 worn tie rod ends and 1 bad wheel bearing. I replaced all 4 coil springs with BDS 2" lift springs and matching extended sway bar end links, all 4 shocks, all the tie rod ends and the drag link, ball joints, front upper and lower control arm bushings, all 8 coil spring isolators and both wheel bearings 
84000 mi

US $400
replaced bent steering damper 
89900 mi

C $300
Front passenger Wheel bearing 

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2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV

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

54400 mi

US $100
power steering failure, replaced resevior (Leaking) and belt 
88000 mi

US $200
Passenger side draglink had worn out and was cracked. I noticed a clunking noise when steering and mechanic diagnosed it. 
204700 mi

US $800
Steering gear box was leaking. Replaced whole box. 
70200 mi

US $100
Old ten year old shocks were leaking and needed to be replaced. 
117000 mi

US $200
Drivers side tie rod end bad. Replaced, realigned. OK 
114000 mi

US $60
Replaced worn steering damper with upgraded aftermarket part. 

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2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV

195-horsepower 4.0L I6 w/DoD 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

107000 mi

US $234
left front hub and bearing 
111000 mi

US $35
replaced power steering pressure hose 

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2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee Suspension Problems

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