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 brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (6%)

$500 - $999 (6%)

$100 - $499 (44%)

< $100 (44%)

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Chart based on 16 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 4dr SUV

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

127820 mi

C $560
Replaced ABS sensor 
87000 mi

US $25
Parking brake delaminated from shoe broke apart 
125400 mi

US $100
Abs sensor was worn through. Replaced four pads and rotors and 2 calipers 
57000 mi

US $200
Left rear ABS speed sensor was bad and was replaced. 
67000 mi

US $120
Bad speed sensor on wheel 
78000 mi

US $100
Wheel speed sensors failed 
167400 mi Standard problem of ESP engaging on corrugated roads or speed humps. Went to dealer for standard TSB fix. Dealer said they did repair but symptoms returned and they confessed to doing recalls N23 and P73 instead of TSB repair. 
172360 mi

R 1000
ESP engaging on corrugated roads& vehicle going into limp mode. Went to dealer for standard TSB fix. Dealer said they did repair but CEL still on when picking up vehicle. Helped mechanic to follow TSB to flash new software and clear CEL ESP engaging on corrugated roads& vehicle going into limp mode. All TSB and recalls already done previously. Wiring loom found to be lying on engine top and shorting especially on bumps. Resealed with insulation tape and cable ties 

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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV

230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

112000 mi Electronic brake system threw a code; read the codes with a diagnostic tool, and there were two related to left rear wheel speed sensor. Cleared the codes, no more problems yet. 
113000 mi

US $60
Both rear wheel speed sensors went out, resulting in all kinds of ABS lights. Self-repaired. 

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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV

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

36300 mi

US $190
Intermittent "Check ABS/AWD light" 
36000 mi Lt rear ABS sensor replaced 
40000 mi Intermittent ABS warning /misfunction light despite ABS sensor replaced which OBDII codes suggested was the problem 
47000 mi

US $244
See prior reports..all the ABS sensors now replaced and CEL/ABS/AWD error warning lights off for about 1 month and 2K miles.  

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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV

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

27900 mi

US $165
Spongy brakes...repaired/ new fluid. 

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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Brake Problems

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