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2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee repairs by problem area

Engine (22%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (35%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (14%)

Other (5%)

Chart based on 264 repairs.
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2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (7%)

$100 - $499 (14%)

< $100 (79%)

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Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV

turbocharged 237hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

9300 mi All sounds from instrument cluster have died. So no turn signal or park sensor sound. New instrument cluster required, has to come from the USA. 

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2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV

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

1240 mi Left front tire had damage to the sidewall completely encompassing the full circumference of the sidewall. 
16740 mi After moving driver's seat to maximum rear position, one side of seat (right side) would not move while attempting to return seat to normal position. Replaced complete lower ass'y. 
59000 mi Windshield washer nozzle broken. Became brittle from engine heat and broke off from tubing under hood. 
31000 mi

US $314
Software update. 
11200 mi The rear view mirror fell off because the part holding the mirror got soft in the heat and let the mirror fall and break. After replacing parts the mirror fell off again. Second time it seems to be staying in place. Heat is the problem. 
17000 mi Windscreen cracked in the middle of the windscreen and was determined to be a stress crack. Windscreen replaced under warranty. 
146000 mi

US $651
Seat adjustment was broken when the car was in for an oil change at Belle Tire. When adjusting seat forward, only one side would advance leading to a twisted seat. Part had to be replaced at a dealership. 
22700 mi

US $120
check engine light came on had code p0441 reflashed pcm for this condition 

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2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV

290-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

52300 mi

US $45
Rear hatch wouldnt stay open. replaced non-motor strut. problem fixed. 
61000 mi

US $99
Rear hatch struts 
36000 mi Replaced rear hatch hydraulics that had weakened. Covered under warranty. 
1000 mi A tailgate rubber bumper incorrectly installed at factory. Intermittently prevented tailgate from closing. 

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2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4dr SUV

290-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

23700 mi

US $35
Noticed humming noise at low speed. Thought was a front wheel bearing. Problem was actually related to uneven tire wear. Dealer checked all systems and rotated tires. Noise significantly decreased. 

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2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Other Problems

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