| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee repairs by problem area
Engine (31%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)
Brakes and Traction Control (2%)
Suspension and Steering (10%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (33%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)
Other (12%)
Chart based on 51 repairs.
2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (6%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (6%)
$100 - $499 (29%)
< $100 (59%)
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.
2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV
265-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
| 90000 mi US $3500 |
Repair valves; remove and machine cylinder heads; repair power stering leak |
| 109000 mi US $550 |
Replaced misc. emission parts to clear codes to pass inspection |
| 113000 mi US $165 |
Lost compression in cylnder #8. Shop recommended engine replacement at $4.5K+. Took to another shop, and they replaced a bent valve spring. Cost: $1K. |
| 123000 mi US $1 |
Engine mounts and transmission mount were failing, allowing excessive drivetrain movement in vehicle. Replaced all three mounts. |
| 125000 mi US $15 |
Radiator hose was weeping and swollen. Replaced hose with new hose and clamps. |
| 125800 mi US $30 |
Upper replacement hose failed prematurely. |
| 129470 mi US $30 |
Replaced upper and lower radiator hoses, flushed cooling system. The root problem was poor quality, overly short hoses from Autozone. This time used OEM. Computer set a P0174 bank 2 lean, with a pending P0171 bank 1 lean. Upon inspection, PCV hose between cylinder banks was badly deteriorated, causing vacuum leak. Replaced with Mopar OEM part and cleared codes. |
| 136000 mi US $10 |
While adding an external transmission cooler to the Jeep, I bumped the radiator drain and caused a leak. I resealed it with some teflon but had to add most of a gallon to top it off. |
| 137000 mi US $65 |
Intermittent coolant leak from the front of the engine. Finally identified as water pump. Replaced pump, resealed coolant temperature sensor while it was accessible. |
| 142751 mi US $20 |
Cooling system started pushing coolant out of the overflow on a trip, despite no overheat condition. Performed a radiator pressure test, leakdown test, and block test, all with no indication of further problems. Replaced PCV valve that was broken during this work, flushed cooling system. |
| 147022 mi US $173 |
Multiple small leaks from cooling system, along with an intermittent CEL for thermostat stuck open. Replaced heater core hoses, thermostat, and thermostat housing. |
| 147448 mi US $30 |
Upper radiator hose was leaking. Removed, cleaned surfaces, added gasket sealer, replaced with a new hose and new clamps. |
2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV
235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
| 190000 mi US $300 |
Radiator replacement |
| 190000 mi US $40 |
Replaced Crankshaft Position Sensor |
2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV
195-horsepower 4.0L I6 w/DoD 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 204000 mi US $400 |
The fan blades broke off, this was a recall I never had performed. They punctured the radiator |
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