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2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee repairs by problem area

Engine (11%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (56%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)

Other (11%)

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in West Virginia, United States Jan 2021 - Jan 2022
Jun 2021 66000 mi US $450	Steering high pressure hose replaced due to leak.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Wisconsin, United States - Nov 2010
Nov 2010 6000 mi	Paint or other exterior cosmetic issue, repair Electrical, other than above, repair Audio / video / nav, repair

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Idaho, United States - Jun 2011
Jun 2011 7320 mi	Engine had severe lifter noise while driving. Took to dealer immediately, technician heard noise while moving into bay. After hooking up diagnostic equip and restarting noise was gone. Issue documented.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Ohio, United States - Aug 2013
Oct 2011 28279 mi US $35	Car blowing only hot air, temperature controls not working. A/C control unit was found faulty. Replaced at no cost under warrenty.
Jul 2013 55681 mi US $277	Alarm kept going off saying lift gate was open. Battery unplugged until repair. Lift gate latch replaced, not covered under warranty.
Aug 2013 58972 mi US $150	Sunroof wouldn't close or move at all. Dealership charged to get sunroof window closed, not fix problem since I was on vacation. Sunroof motor replacement, cable replacement, and calibration. After numerous calls, Chrysler decided to cover it under warranty.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Maine, United States Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Dec 2017 130000 mi US $600	Coils and plugs had to changed for the second time in a year.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Ontario, Canada Dec 2012 - Jan 2014
Jan 2013 C $2300	Pinion bearing failure in the rear differential
Feb 2013 65060 mi C $2200	Gear noise developed in the rear diff within 1 month of the pinion bearings and other bearing being replaced. Entire rear end was changed out with a used rear end.
Jul 2013 68800 mi C $800	Replace entire drive shaft
Dec 2013 75640 mi C $1800	$650 to rebuild the alternator, $125 for serpentine belt, $400 for some fancy bracket that holds turbo hoses. The rest was labour. I bought a new GMC pickup truck and traded the Jeep.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in British Columbia, Canada Feb 2013 - Jul 2013
Jul 2013 34720 mi C $600	Wheel bearings

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Ontario, Canada May 2013 - Sep 2019
May 2014 60760 mi C $1000	Requires new solenoid and wiring harness for front differential of 4wd system. 2 months off warranty!
Jul 2014 61680 mi C $800	replaced all 6 glow plugs AND the management computer for the glow ignition system
Dec 2015 76880 mi C $250	Replaced tpms wheel sensors due to cracked seals - replaced all 4 even though only 2 appeared to be degraded. Tire pressure was dropping regularly due to slow leaking. Kept getting a low tire pressure alert on dash.
Jan 2016 58360 mi C $1000	Replaced rear main engine seal due to excessive weeping of oil Replaced rear differential pinion seals - both
Dec 2016 84320 mi C $600	Repaired leak on front diff. New gasket required.
Dec 2017 93000 mi C $250	Hard starting when cold. Had to replace fuel/water separator filter and sensor.
Aug 2019 110360 mi C $2000	Replaced transfer case due to grinding feeling in front wheels on turning. Mechanic said it was the t case. Could have sworn it was the front diff but replaced it anyways. Sold the car?

Jeep Grand Cherokee in South Africa Dec 2014 - Jan 2022
Mar 2015 54560 mi R 500	Window washer nozzle on drivers side broke off and was replaced (broke where the pipe goes into the nozzle underneath the bonnet)
Nov 2015 62000 mi R 28000	Getting fault message "Service 4WD System". Diagnosis says clutches in auto transfer box are worn Replaced transfer case Transfer case clutches badly worn; replaced transfer case
Mar 2016 66960 mi R 1500	Swirl motor gave in. By-passed the motor.
Jun 2016 71300 mi R 500	Left front ABS sensor failed and was replaced
Jan 2017 84320 mi R 5000	Front left wheel bearing replaced Replaced both front diff mountings
Jun 2017 83700 mi R 25000	Replaced glow plugs and module

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Ontario, Canada Apr 2011 - May 2014
Apr 2011 55180 mi	Replaced intake swirl valve actuator motor
Jun 2011 59520 mi	right front wheel bearing diagnosed as needing replacement, parts ordered replaced right front wheel bearing
Jan 2012 74520 mi C $200	replaced battery
Oct 2012 78420 mi C $500	BOTH REAR STABILIZER LINKS WORN OUT - REPLACED turbo intake hose loose, not installed correctly, probably after swirl valve actuator motor replaced 30000 km ago. hard to install correctly because very little clearance. might also be prone to loosening. also replaced nearly clogged air filter.
Nov 2012 79220 mi	All the dash warning lights came on, signals did not flash, engine ran normally. disconnected & reconnected negative cable from battery and reset service engine soon with OBD 2 code reader (no codes). seems to be ok now.
Mar 2013 81840 mi C $1100	RIGHT SIDE TIE ROD END REPLACED BECAUSE TOO MUCH PLAY
Nov 2013 90900 mi C $300	replaced #1 glow plug

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Ontario, Canada Sep 2010 - Dec 2014
Jan 2011 24800 mi	intermittent hatch light replace squeaking heater fan motor radio tuning needed updated flash nav system update flash
Jan 2012 49600 mi	seat repair
Dec 2013 52700 mi C $100	Replace leaking tpm valve

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Illinois, United States Sep 2010 - Mar 2014
Oct 2011 116000 mi US $260	recirculation door was broken, stuck closed.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Alberta, Canada Apr 2015 - Jul 2015
Jul 2015 91760 mi C $530	CEL on: replaced glow plug control module

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Utah, United States Sep 2010 - Nov 2016
Mar 2013 33000 mi US $50	Broken windshield washer nozzle was replaced. Both nozzles were replaced as a precaution.
Oct 2014 54000 mi US $110	Various dash lights - engine, throttle sensor, 4WD. Reprogrammed a control module "FDCM" and ordered (but not installed) MAF sensor and hose, air cleaner to turbo.
Jan 2015 57000 mi US $1100	Warning lights for brake, ABS, engine, ESP/BAS. "Limp" mode in first gear, no shifting. Speedo out. Replaced ABS controller unit
Nov 2015 66100 mi US $1030	Replace transfer case shift motor Replace rear pinion seal
Jul 2016 71000 mi US $633	Glow plug module failed

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Alberta, Canada Mar 2011 - Sep 2014
Mar 2012 46500 mi	Rear axle noisy. Replaced under warranty

Jeep Grand Cherokee in British Columbia, Canada Jul 2012 - Sep 2018
Sep 2014 65100 mi C $700	Replace six glow plugs and Glow plug controller
Nov 2017 88040 mi C $500	water pump bearing failed with loss of coolant. replaced water pump

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Alberta, Canada Jul 2017 - Jul 2018
Jan 2018 131440 mi	Power steering supply hose and power steering pump replaced.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Texas, United States Nov 2010 - Sep 2012
May 2012 55500 mi US $1500	Battery dead after only 2 years AC not cooling correctly

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Michigan, United States Jan 2011 - Jul 2018
Oct 2015 87500 mi US $100	Started motor replaced

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2011 - Dec 2017
Oct 2016 162800 mi US $400	Replaced starter #2 for this vehicle and short tow.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Georgia, United States Aug 2015 - Jul 2019
Jun 2016 61000 mi US $200	replace EGR valve

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Idaho, United States Sep 2010 - Nov 2015
Jan 2015 52700 mi US $146	Left Rear speed sensor broken. Windshield washer nozzle broke.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Ohio, United States Sep 2009 - Jan 2012
Jun 2009 8000 mi	Power steering pump failed and leaked. Replaced under warranty, no charge.
Jul 2011 40000 mi US $90	Sunroof wasn't seating correctly (too low).

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Colorado, United States - Oct 2009
Jul 2009 29000 mi	Replaced Cruise Control Switch
Oct 2009 34000 mi	Door Hinges Replaced

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2011 - Mar 2014
Feb 2011 25000 mi US $250	Faulty wheel bearing replaced on read driver's side outside of warranty.
Oct 2012 35000 mi US $900	Not repaired. Sirius radio within factory Nav/CD/MP3 system stopped working. Diagnosed as problem in the head unit which would have to be replaced - quoted at about $900 for a used unit. A new unit would have been over $2000.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Washington, United States Oct 2014 - Apr 2024
Mar 2016 104000 mi	Mandatory safety recall (software flash) of emergency brake had rendered the 4wd low to become inoperative. There are tons of online complaints about this. Jeep finally came out with an optional flash of their software that fixed it. If facing this google it thoroughly and bring supporting documentation. The dealer acted as if I didn't know what I was talking about and "never heard of it" despite the TSBs I brought. Luckily, the tech actually looked through the docs and performed the flash successfully in about 10 mins. And behold - the 4wd which hadn't worked for a year suddenly worked again.
Aug 2018 170000 mi US $400	carrier bearings replaced - loud whirring sound when driving at higher speeds. Was getting louder and happening at only freeway speeds but got worse even at 45+
Feb 2021 170000 mi US $1000	fan belt clutch and attached water pump replaced engine cut off completely - no warning lights or codes. stopped regardless of in motion or not! Had to stop vehicle, put in park, and restart. Would die again soon. Ignition coil out, all (16) spark plugs replaced, and plug wires replaced
Apr 2024 188000 mi US $100	tpms sensor failure

Jeep Grand Cherokee in California, United States Aug 2008 - Dec 2011
Feb 2008 2400 mi	MyGig problems. Navigation stuck on "Navigation being activated" Can't access any songs on hard drive. Can't access any voice commands for bluetooh, radio control, etc. Radio is bad. They ordered a new one. Fixed under warranty.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Colorado, United States Nov 2012 - May 2017
Dec 2014 91000 mi US $80	Water pump failed.
Mar 2015 95000 mi US $700	Replaced struts, aligned, balanced tires.
May 2016 112300 mi	Electrical recall on ignition switch and start circuit. Symptoms included accessories blacking out but engine continued running - super freaky - and the keyless entry would on occasion forget one of the fobs.
Jan 2017 108500 mi US $50	Idle air control valve sticking
Feb 2017 126000 mi US $10	Developed phantom Chrysler stall as reported by other owners. Diagnosed as stray EMP from coil packs to main loom to PCM. Pulse placed PCM into low oil shutdown momentarily. Fabricated EMP shield for main loom.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Virginia, United States May 2016 - Jun 2016
Jun 2016 79000 mi	flaking of clear coat

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Connecticut, United States Nov 2013 - Jan 2014
Nov 2013 71000 mi US $250	Infrared ignition relay failed. Had to replace entire module. HVAC blower motor failed. Water pump failed. Battery needed replacement after five years (normal wear and tear item).
Jan 2014 72000 mi US $1	Plastic trim on side of drivers seat snapped.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Virginia, United States May 2013 - Jan 2015
Jan 2015 US $71	Both windshield washer nozzles were broken somehow and had quit working.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Pennsylvania, United States Mar 2011 - Jun 2022
Mar 2012 6000 mi US $350	Passenger side rear window mechanism failed.
Jan 2022 100000 mi US $74	Driver's side rear window regulator replacement
Apr 2022 99000 mi US $50	Replace fuel injector #2

Jeep Grand Cherokee in New Jersey, United States Sep 2012 - Jun 2018
Dec 2012 23000 mi US $107	I had the starter motor replaced. This will be the second starter motor within a year.I think this is a very bad problem for Jeep.
Aug 2014 32000 mi US $199	The 2008 Jeep can not keep the car running. This is my (3rd) Starter? I had to put in it. But there's is no recall on the jeep? The jeep people told me some jeeps have problems off the line. This will be the last time I will buy a jeep.
Apr 2015 38200 mi	RECALL P57 IGNITION SWITCH. NO PARTS YET. I HAVE A CASE # NOW FROM 3/10/15.
Sep 2015 40000 mi	Recall P57 Key start up S/W.
Jun 2017 46000 mi US $368	The top of the muffler was coming off. It look to me it rusted out. The tail pipe was ok. But we replace both.
Jun 2018 48000 mi US $450	Do not buy a 2008 Jeep. 48,000 miles and (3) new starters put in.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in New York, United States Mar 2013 - Apr 2013
Apr 2013 69000 mi	water pump was replaced

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Washington, United States Nov 2016 - Oct 2018
Aug 2018 86000 mi US $95	Replaced multi-function switch after lights came on even when they weren't turned on, and couldn't shut them off.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in New York, United States Aug 2012 - Sep 2012
Sep 2012 36000 mi	took in several times for a rattle in left wheel area which still occurs. also to go back for radio problems

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Missouri, United States Jun 2011 - Dec 2017
Jun 2014 38000 mi US $100	Input Speed Sensor was bad causing vehicle to go into limp mode. Input Speed Sensor was replaced.
Dec 2017 69000 mi US $100	The evaporator developed a leak. Had to be replaced. No big deal.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in New York, United States Nov 2010 - Jun 2015
Jan 2011 48200 mi	All dash lights illuminated. Numerous control and info systems - turn signals, radio, all gauges would not work. Diagnosed as control module failure. Dealer ordered and installed replacement. Vehicle computer reset. Everything working again
Sep 2013 62000 mi US $300	Starter replaced.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Michigan, United States - Nov 2009
Nov 2009 18000 mi	New O2 Sensors, most likely caused by me spraying the bottom of the car with a hose.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in South Dakota, United States Jan 2014 - Aug 2016
Dec 2014 127000 mi US $450	Replaced pads, rotors, and one caliper due to corrosion. Also replaced all drive train fluids.
Jul 2016 144300 mi US $115	Throttle position sensor

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Alabama, United States Feb 2009 - Jan 2023
Feb 2022 228000 mi US $400	Diesel high pressure fuel pump leaking diesel, replaced with rebuilt one.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Illinois, United States May 2010 - Sep 2011
May 2010 5000 mi	after 6 month storage oil on floor 5000 miles. Jeep dealer diagnosed as main rear seal, that relaced. 3 weeks 375 miles later oil again on floor Jeep dealer found oil in coolant expansion tank. What is wrong?
Jun 2010 5000 mi	Oil on floor underneath car and on top of engine a 3.0 Diesel, back 3 weeks later for same problem same problem, oil on floor, apparently first fix not correct. now blaming a crack in what I think they say in fitting oil cooler. at this time 21 days in shop still not repaired. meet with Chrysler Rep today at dealer
Sep 2010 7000 mi	trip to dealer was to flush cooling system for 2nd time. Will do one more time,install new overflow/expansion tank and themostat after driving about 1,000 miles.
Oct 2010 7000 mi	still leaking oil under engine
May 2011 7700 mi	Leaking oil. Diagnosis was a leaking rear main seal, second to be replaced. This date May 30 car is still in shop. Pan gasket has been on borkorder for who knows how long? Guess I am easy to get along with.
Aug 2011 11000 mi	On Aug 15, the car engine shut off exiting an interstate, Car towed to Monken chrylser. Today Aug 16 received a call from writer, that a crankshaft sensor had been ordered, oil leak still there. Repaired after a week.
Sep 2011 11000 mi	I told dealer I did not want the car anymore. Mercedes Diesel is a disaster. Unloaded all personal stuff, gave both sets of keys to dealer. Trying to work out a swap for new car.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Poland Jun 2011 - Mar 2014
Sep 2011 40920 mi	Horn not working properly
Nov 2011 41320 mi $750	Bearing in rear differential were replaced
May 2012 44800 mi $2000	Changing the fuel tank
Jul 2013 55380 mi $900	new dampers and pin crossover

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Ontario, Canada Aug 2011 - Nov 2011
Nov 2011 136400 mi C $2000	Oil drips through turbo into the intake manifold and gums it up. the swirl valve motor is at the top and seizes the motor. Sometimes can just replace the swirl valve motor and clean up the intake. Dealer will opt to replace intake, for $4000.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Arizona, United States May 2008 - Sep 2013
Mar 2008 12268 mi US $100	Modual flash
Apr 2008 12400 mi US $20	Another Tire....Note there will be 17 more before it is done Goodyear Fortera Worst tire ever
Jul 2008 18977 mi US $100	Two this time Goodyears suck. NAV Disk Tire Driver Window broken.
Aug 2008 22868 mi US $500	tire, goodyear again...../ 4WD FDC Controller Flash Rear Diff Leak Tire
Oct 2008 23000 mi US $220	Tire
Nov 2008 28000 mi US $440	2 more tires
Jan 2009 33533 mi US $600	Tire Park Assist Replaced Tire Replaced Tire Sensor replaced
Feb 2009 32642 mi US $220	Tire
Mar 2009 40645 mi US $220	Tire Tire.... Dealer is just about ready to by me tires. Will be Michelins....
May 2009 44606 mi US $600	Drive Shaft leaking Airbag Light Front Drive boot Brakes rattle Skid Plate loose, bolt missing 4th time. Tire 2nd visit. see NTSB web site common problem. Also Front shock a tire
Oct 2009 50000 mi US $500	Note all lights on Dah going off. If not a diesel engine would stall. See NTSB web site again.
Apr 2010 62758 mi US $1200	Dash light Flicker Replace Headlight Assemby C-S Cel, ESQ, BCS and Traction Control Replaced FDCM Module
Jun 2010 70000 mi US $150	short in system causing the lights to shut off and engine to restart.
Aug 2010 73559 mi US $1200	Loss of Communication ESM Module Replaced Skid Plate loose, bolt missing 5th time. Read Diff Leaking
Apr 2011 84000 mi US $300	4wd light on in cluster. Harness in front diff. is bad. Replaced. Other Electrical problems could not be duplicated.
Jul 2011 95000 mi US $156	23 point inspection. Opened RO to replace module.
Nov 2011 103400 mi US $1660	Swirl valve failed. Common problem with this car read forums.
Feb 2012 108600 mi US $500	Failed alternator due to bad location and oil from Dealer when oil change was performed
Apr 2012 114000 mi	Oil in coolant appears to be Oil Cooler Failure.
Aug 2012 118000 mi	Starter Bad Starter installed incorrectly broke. Overheats. Dealer say hydrolocked with bad head gasket could not start. It starts for me over heats and pressure builds in cooling system. Believe it is a failed EGR cooler similar to NAVSTAR 6.0L Diesel Ford issues.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Washington, United States Nov 2009 - Sep 2017
Jun 2010 20000 mi	CV Boot torn and leaking lubricant onto a portion of the exhaust. Ordered from MOPAR and installed at a later time Passenger Seat fore/ aft adjustment motor failed. Seat would only move along one track - other side jammed. Parts ordered and replaced the next day.
Nov 2010 21000 mi	Audio System grounded and would not work. Repairs completed after parts recieved by dealership.
Apr 2012 52000 mi US $224	Bad #1 glowplug
May 2013 68000 mi US $642	CEL indicated #1 glow plug fault, even after multiple replacements. Fault originated from glow plug module causing 3 other glow plugs to fail, Replaced module and all plugs. No fault recurrence noted.
Jul 2015 98500 mi US $525	Bad turbo vane actuator
Sep 2015 101000 mi US $670	Intake manifold swirl motor failed. Removed and replaced with new actuator assembly.
May 2017 119000 mi US $500	Transfer case motor replaced due to fault with N23 recall causing vehicle to be unable to shift into 4Low.
Jun 2017 120000 mi US $2400	Wiped front differential carrier bearing. Replaced carrier bearing and rebuilt entire front differential assembly. Front and rear driveshaft CV and u-joints worn. U joints are not servicible on this vehicle - both driveshaft assemblies replaced with OE parts..

Jeep Grand Cherokee in California, United States May 2009 - Dec 2015
Mar 2010 48000 mi US $1000	CEL indicated a tranny problem. It was the shift bezel which is the "box" in which the shifter moves from P,R,N,D,D1 etc. CEL indicated a tranny problem. It was the shift bezel which is the "box" in which the shifter moves from P,R,N,D,D1 etc.
Apr 2010 48000 mi US $450	Glow plug replacement Second glow plug replacement within 48 hours. a 2nd glow plug went w/i 48 hours of the 1st one going out. Glow plug replacement on the 3.0 diesel M-B engine
Jul 2010 52800 mi	A/C stopped working in PHX AZ.Seems to be related to underhood/heat sink temp as this problem only occures when outside temp is 100+. Happened 2x. Dlr (a good dlr) checked all connections and leak dye test to spot leaks =ntf.
Aug 2011 76000 mi US $400	CEL indicated glow plug problem...3rd one replaced on the MB 3.0 Diesel
Nov 2011 83000 mi US $40	Front transfer case drive shaft and bushing replaced. This is a weak point of the WK series GC's. $40 to overnight the part.
Jan 2013 103000 mi US $100	Transfer case threw a code. Needed some R&R on internal components.
Oct 2013 110500 mi US $1100	transfer case motor
Mar 2015 128000 mi US $600	Power steering hose...engine is the Mercedes 3.0 diesel...parts expensive as hell. BUT. Engine runs flawlessly. No issues with quality of fuel as I understand new jeep diesel is experiencing...just an FYI not related to issue.
Oct 2015 135500 mi US $350	Replaced All 6 glow plugs

Jeep Grand Cherokee in North Carolina, United States Jun 2016 - Jul 2021
Nov 2016 87000 mi US $553	Crank pulley was beginning to come apart. Replaced crank pulley.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Ontario, Canada Jul 2010 - Jun 2018
Jun 2017 116560 mi C $2500	fixed it thats all that i care about

Jeep Grand Cherokee in North Carolina, United States Oct 2007 - Jun 2013

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Michigan, United States Aug 2014 - Jun 2022
Dec 2014 106000 mi US $215	leaking rear pinion seal replaced. Dealership couldn't find cause for vibration at 40 mph and transmission slippage at cold temperatures though.
Feb 2015 108300 mi US $160	The adjustable pedal switch failed and the left turn indicator switch failed. Repaired with a new pedal/seat switch board and new turn signal stalk.
Dec 2017 134000 mi US $150	Took to car wash, was running fine. Stopped/started a couple more times that day, but then just stopped turning over at all. Fuses/relays all in good order. Took to shop, they couldn't start, but by the time they fulling outfitted the Jeep with instruments to track the fault it fired right up and continued to do so for another 12-15 restarts immediately after while in the shop. Will likely replace the starter in the near future.
May 2020 140000 mi US $10	The connector to the starter solenoid on these Jeeps are cr@p. Had to splice in a new connector/wire to the start solenoid terminal. Simple job, but a PITA since you can only get 1 hand in that area to work. Would have been nice to have a lift. Likely much easier to do if 2WD. That said, much easier to do than to replace the starter when the problem is the harness/connector!
Dec 2020 142000 mi US $2000	Front right axle seal was bad for a while and who knows how long front diff was running with virtually no oil. Rear pinion seal was bad and replaced a few years ago, but when changing rear diff fluid, clearly water was present and possibly for years in there. So as a preventative maintenance item, both the front and rear differentials were rebuilt (new ring & pinion, seals, front diff mount, rear axles). In reality all parts actually still looked good, but I wasn't going to chance it to tow things. Unfortunately the rear end ring and pinion whine was not resolved. it is definitely quiter, but still very pronounced with the Chrysler 8.25" diff. Possibly a higher-end R&P kit might have fixed it, but functionality and cheaper costs are my priority with this vehicle.
Dec 2021 149000 mi US $25	injector seal (copper crush washer) was leaking. Removed injector, cleaned injector and seal seat in head, installed in copper washer with the old injector. This is the 3rd injector this was needed in the past 10,000 miles (all different injectors), so seems like the injector seals are good for around 140,000 to 150,000 miles.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Ohio, United States Jun 2012 - May 2021
Nov 2013 69200 mi US $1000	There is a brake caliper holding bracket that is specific to the diesel Grand Cherokee. My car was in for a routine pads and rotors brake job, but the bracket required replacement also, and was on back order from Chrysler.
Jun 2014 77000 mi US $150	Glow plug module failed, possible failure of one or more glow plugs also. Covered under Chrysler CPO warranty with a $150 deductible.
Sep 2014 83000 mi US $150	One rear shock had failed. Both rear shocks were replaced under the CPO warranty with a $150 deductible. Drivetrain boot was torn due to wear, replaced under CPO warranty with a $150 deductible.
Feb 2015 89900 mi US $150	Replaced two glow plugs under warranty - symptom was that the check engine light was on.
May 2016 98000 mi	Replaced defective glow plug under two year parts warranty.
Dec 2016 101000 mi US $300	#1 Glow plug had failed. R&R Glow plugs.
Apr 2017 103000 mi US $400	Replaced rear pads

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Oregon, United States Apr 2012 - Apr 2014
Feb 2014 122000 mi US $350	Seat tear. Normal wear and tear. Re flash of multiple systems upgrades released since car built.
Apr 2014 123000 mi	Diagnosed as needing new turbo, a $6000.00 repair. Not fixing - trading while can get rid of it. Otherwise, a good car.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Ohio, United States Jan 2012 - Jan 2013
Jan 2012 US $275	Electronic control module was bad. Second for this car, First @ 31K miles.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Alberta, Canada Aug 2007 - Jun 2014
Oct 2007 1860 mi	Interior A pillar moulding was warped upon delivery and trim piece around shifter was damaged upon shipment. Dealer fixed both on the first visit and had ordered the parts in advance.
Dec 2008 14260 mi	PCV valve plugged causing excess oil consumption on 3.0 L Diesel engine. Fault code traced to transmission controller. Dealer reprogrammed and fixed problem which occurred in extremely cold weather.
Dec 2010 35340 mi C $1800	Check engine light came on with message to service park assist system. Also engine would rev high (3500-4500 RPM)for a short time. Problem diagnosed by dealer, turned out to be a transmission control module. Expensive Mercedes part.
Dec 2011 44640 mi C $1400	Alternator required replacing
Jun 2013 58280 mi C $1150	Turbo impellor ?? controlling air into turbo needed to be replaced. Prior to this they cleaned the swirl valve. Glow plug module was also replaced as it was generating a fault.
May 2014 68820 mi C $1500	Transmission controller caused intermittent issues with driveability and vehicle would sometimes have to be put in part to clear the problem. Issue was solely electronic, not mechanical.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Missouri, United States Apr 2011 - Apr 2017
Jan 2012 45000 mi US $20	Replaced the hood strut support.
Mar 2013 51000 mi US $45	Radiator cap leaking. Replaced with new cap.
Mar 2014 53000 mi US $20	Coolant leaking from defective radiator cap. New radiator cap installed, and coolant topped up.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Illinois, United States - Oct 2006
Oct 2006 400 mi	Eighty percent of the vehicle had to be repainted due to low quality DCX factory paint job. Fisheyes, runs, bubbles, and paint over grit and dirt. It took over a month to receive authorization to have the work done from DCX, and then the car was in the bo

Jeep Grand Cherokee in California, United States Feb 2009 - Jun 2011
Apr 2009 22500 mi	Front differential breather valve was weeping diffferential fluid. Dealer placed some sort of collector valve inline with the hose, problem solved.
Jul 2009 26000 mi	New Transmission Control Module
Oct 2009 27000 mi	Sunroof did not close all the way (about 2mm shy) dealer flashed the sun roof module and it was fixed
Nov 2009 29500 mi	New Transmission Control Module; new Electronic Shifting Module; new fuel pump
May 2010 37000 mi	Clunk/thud in driveshaft to transfer case. When shifting from R to D. Also present when downshifting in auto, also present when driving at ~2mph and light touch of gas as drivetrain engages. same as previous same thing again, no positive outcome

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Alberta, Canada Mar 2011 - Oct 2012
Apr 2012 52800 mi C $5000	broken ringland; required engine rebuild

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Alberta, Canada Jul 2010 - Jun 2016
Dec 2010 40300 mi C $500	switch on passenger door lock/unlock not working

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Michigan, United States Oct 2007 - Dec 2009
Dec 2008 16000 mi	There was a loud clicking sound at highway speeds. Turned out to be a broken brake cable clicking.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Colorado, United States Aug 2007 - Jun 2009
Mar 2008 13000 mi	Driver and passenger window express up/down feature malfunctioned causing the window to go down and then go back up partially.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Illinois, United States Aug 2007 - Mar 2010
Oct 2007 5000 mi	Drivers side window doesn't roll up correctly Tire pressure monitoring system was constantly requesting service.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in South Carolina, United States Aug 2007 - Oct 2011
Aug 2009 20000 mi	Auto window driver's, stopped and reversed mid way. TSB applied resulting window sensors replacement. Service TPMS alarm comes on at speed. Dealer ran tests and declared problem fixed. Problem remains and Jeep will return to dealer.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Virginia, United States Aug 2007 - Feb 2023
Apr 2008 22000 mi	Defective waterpump! Defective window regulators and control pod. Problem: driver's window would intermittently not go back up automatically.
Mar 2009 37000 mi	A rubber window track "sleeve" fell out of its metal holder and prevented the window from operating. I removed the door panel, lubed and replaced rubber piece--success. This repair followed dealer recall/repair of window mechanism.
Dec 2009 47000 mi US $85	Engine light came on; dealer said it was due to software...one update on warranty, one I paid for.
Jan 2010 56300 mi	Engine light came on after previous repair. This time, the dealer listened to me and checked the catalytic converter.
May 2012 60700 mi US $120	Replace pinion seal of rear differential.
Oct 2013 69200 mi	Smell of gasoline while driving. Dealer could not recreate the conditions.
Dec 2013 70000 mi US $51	Replaced hood lift strut and rear hatch lift struts (not the glass lift struts)
Jun 2015 77000 mi US $947	4WD shift motor had filled with oil.
Dec 2015 79000 mi	Replaced rear shocks.
Jan 2016 71800 mi US $150	Replaced front struts.
Jul 2016 82200 mi US $60	Replaced tire pressure sensor o-rings on two wheels
Dec 2016 86000 mi	Replaced the right rear tail light socket and bulb.
Apr 2017 90000 mi US $1300	Transmission shifted to no higher than 4th gear. Repair was to replace shift module. Front differential pinion mount was torn; mount was replaced.
Jun 2017 92000 mi US $1600	Replaced the seal between timing chain cover and the engine block, and replaced water pump
Aug 2017 93000 mi	Transmission wasn't shifting. Dealer recommended double checking aftermarket reprogramming to see if transmission specs were changed. No shifting problem since resetting all settings back to stock.
Sep 2017 94000 mi US $25	Replaced struts for rear window
Nov 2018 103400 mi US $45	Replaced back-up camera
Jul 2019 105836 mi US $268	Replaced fuel tank skid plate due to rust leading to structural failure.
Sep 2021 109000 mi US $25	Replaced one horn unit; some wiring modification required.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in New York, United States May 2012 - Dec 2015
Dec 2014 78000 mi US $200	Cat converter was replaced under fed emissions warranteernRear pinion seal was replaced. Recall for 4x4 system performed
Jun 2015 83000 mi	Due to the n23 recall issues I again lost 4x4 low function and the dealer had to reflash the 4x4 module.
Dec 2015 89000 mi US $550	I had to get the front differential bushings replaced

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Minnesota, United States May 2011 - Jun 2013
Jul 2011 60000 mi	Noisy exhaust (steady tick) and intermittent miss and surging/hesitation at cruise and wide open throttle. Dealer decided partially blocked convertor. Ordered new Y-pipe for install next week. Cracked spark plug - miss on cyl #8. New Y-pipe quieted exhaust. Hesitation under load and cyl #8 miss still exist. Dealer involved Chrysler, cannot identify the problem - puzzled. TWO top engine cleans, complete tune-up, MISS STILL EXISTS. Car in shop for 4th day straight. Misfire was identified as cracked spark plug. Dealer fouled plugs with top-clean chemicals and damaged a plug on install. Dealer did complete tune-up AGAIN and problem was solved. Truck now runs excellent. Also replaced AC mixer door gear.
Dec 2012 90000 mi US $350	Drivers side door lock actuator failed.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Washington, United States Jun 2015 - Jun 2016
May 2016 136000 mi US $340	Master cylinder loosing pressure. Part replaced. Problem solved

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Ohio, United States Sep 2013 - Jan 2020
Apr 2013 US $100	Radio/CD-Disc Player/Navigation Unit: NO 'AM', Display Screen & B/U Camera Display all 'scrambled'. (NEEDED TO 'ORDER' CAUSING 2nd Day) Front Shock Units BAD, and Right Control Arm Broken. ALL COVERED BY MOPAR EXTENDED WARRANTY.
Jan 2016 US $668	Visual DISCOVERY:R&R Upp/Lower Radiator hoses;R&R serpentine belt;drain/flush/fill radiator (60% mix, ZerexG-05).Had 'fluids' looked at: Performed Diff. Service x 2;Transfer Case Drain/Refill;Trans Fluid flush & refill.No burnt fluids, NOW!!
Jan 2020 102707 mi US $210	FRONT w/washers not functioning - I was still charged $110.00 to verify 'problem'!!! - Hose from reservoir and both 'nozzles' replaced - During the 1 hour charged for 'diagnosis', JEEP sat in pkg. lot for EXACTLY 54 minutes. WHAT A JOKE!!! - - BUT, all works as expected, NOW!!

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Tennessee, United States Oct 2017 - Dec 2017
Nov 2017 1000000000 mi US $410	Alternator output voltage below 12 volts installed new alternator voltage output 14 volts plus

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Ohio, United States Nov 2010 - Dec 2013
Dec 2010 70000 mi	Water leak from passengers 'post'. Dealer's "leak fixer" said it was a common problem with Cherokees. Fixed in 15 minutes. Not exactly sure what was done.
Jun 2013 111000 mi US $100	Hard shifting, weird downshifting, weird idling. Turned out to be Throttle Position Sensor
Oct 2013 125800 mi US $278	Starter repaired. Turned key, lights work, no start.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Colorado, United States Dec 2014 - Jul 2017
Jul 2015 129000 mi	Safety recall on 4wd software component allowing it to engage when switch is activated.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in New Mexico, United States Jun 2008 - Sep 2011
Apr 2010 23000 mi	TSB for incorrect temperature adjustment on A/C. Replaced temp. control module.
Oct 2010 26000 mi	Leaking front strut. Replaced but caused a noise so have to go back.
Nov 2010 26500 mi	Additional part was replaced, not noticed during original repair.
Mar 2011 29000 mi	Leaking front strut was replaced again.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Tennessee, United States Sep 2013 - Nov 2014
Oct 2013 66700 mi US $98	Started with Traction Control light flashing, then it slowed vehicle felt like brakes were on, gave it more gas and got no speed increase, pressed on the brake and then it seemed to surge and speed up on its own. This was unexpected acceleration &could ha

Jeep Grand Cherokee in New Mexico, United States Jul 2013 - Dec 2013
Aug 2013 86200 mi	Rear end CR2013R XLE, 3:73 ratio; gears overhauled for third time. Apparently a very troublesome rear end design undersized for my 4.7 liter engine.
Oct 2013 87000 mi US $100	fuel system left outer wheel bearing.
Nov 2013 87000 mi US $100	transfer case overhaul. rear axle backlash adjustment
Dec 2013 87000 mi US $100	December 6. was out of state. Service four wheel drive system warning went on; would not go into neutral for towing. Could have been a software issue. Sold vehicle.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Minnesota, United States Oct 2007 - Sep 2018
Feb 2008 6000 mi	Drivers side electric window automatic UP not working properly (noticed it since new Nov 07, at 2nd oil change dealership found a TSB to fix but had to order parts).
Mar 2008 6300 mi	Power window regulator not reliable in auto-up mode. Warranty replacement with Tech Svc Bulletin describing fix from Jeep.
Aug 2010 33000 mi	Light bulb(s) out on Heater control knob at May oil change. Had to replace entire panel just to get new bulb(s). Good news-warranty covered it. Bad news-what a dumb design. 2 mons earlier in late June, one night tranny was "stuck" in 4th gear. Ran ok except obviously slow to take off from stop. After 5 min stop, ran normal and had since then. No codes present, reflash tranny, does drive diff now, hope fixed!
Nov 2010 36100 mi	Driver seat heater weak/slow to warm up (noticed on LAST day of full warranty!). Only 2nd problem in 3 years, very good quality overall.
Feb 2012 54000 mi US $200	The Laredo model leather seats are surface cracking (a quality problem, read "the forums"). I repaired the first myself on freq used driver seat but noticing other hairline cracks. Trying a leather conditioner. Seeing some on steering wheel. The Laredo model leather seats are surface cracking (a quality problem, read "the forums"). I repaired the first myself on freq used driver seat but noticing other hairline cracks. Trying a leather conditioner. Seeing some on steering wheel.
Oct 2012 58000 mi US $400	Noticed very slight oil leak lower front of engine behind serpentine belt pulley. Seal replaced. Had Chrysler ext warr/service contract that covered repair so was $0 vs over 400. Noticed very slight oil leak lower front of engine behind serpentine belt pulley. Seal replaced. Had Chrysler ext warr/service contract that covered repair so was $0 vs over 400.
Jul 2013 62300 mi US $190	Battery to starter cable assembly frayed at starter connection (one of few cables -not- covered by extended warranty?!?).
Dec 2013 66000 mi US $100	Check engine light, O2 exhaust sensor replaced but covered under $100 ded 7/70 svc contract.
Jan 2014 59500 mi US $300	Transmission coolant lines leaking. No easy way to reach them so to ensure Chrysler will honor the lifetime engine/tranny warranty paid dealer to replace vs independent shop simpler fix. NOT covered by service contract since a "hose", hmmm.
Oct 2014 69300 mi US $125	Leather seats are VINYL! We paid for leather and repair shop shows us Daimler Chrysler used vinyl; dvr seat left side cracking, and repair info proves Chrysler lied and used vinyl on seat surface! MAR 2018 UPDATE: SAME SPOT CRACKING AGAIN. Chrysler replacement materials same poor quality as originals. Not going to do $200 repair on 11 yr old SUV.
Nov 2015 76600 mi	Ignition switch recall. Had been easy to turn off while driving, especially for long-legged drivers like me. Had happened twice to us.
May 2016 78000 mi	The seal in the rear differential where the driveshaft and ujoint go through was leaking fluid. Luckily this was caught based on leakage on a recently cleaned garage floor and was covered by the Chrysler lifetime engine/trans/drivetrain warr
Dec 2016 82000 mi	"Check eng lite" P0133 O2 sensor left bank on a few days and read at mechanic but problem cleared itself b4 repair (same this fixed 2+ years ago).

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Maryland, United States Jul 2013 - Dec 2015
Dec 2015 124000 mi US $80	The rear tail-light (passenger side) stopped working. It was not a simple lightbulb change. The light assembly crakced and water corroded the electrical connections at the bulb. Replaced the light assembly and cleaned up the contacts.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Colorado, United States Sep 2007 - Jun 2011
Nov 2007 1200 mi	Replace both Driver and Passenger Window regulators which include the motors. Syptom was that when using 'auto up' the window would go half way up then reverse back down. Intermittent. Both Window Regulators replaced due to auto up failure.
Sep 2009 4000 mi	Had TCM flash for TSB. Between 30-40 MPH car feels like being tugged from behind.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Florida, United States - Sep 2009
Nov 2007 5594 mi	PRND lit up all at once. Will not go over 30 mph. Dealer showed electronic shifter failure and replaced shifter.
Mar 2008 17857 mi	(4/4/08) Shifter will barely go into reverse, shifter binding. Shifter replaced (again.) Accelerator req high effort. No reasons found for this. Clicking noise in r/f wheel. Inner fender rattle.
Aug 2008 27836 mi	(8/7/08) Inconsistent shifting reported to dealer. Pre-Hearing inspection for Lemon Law Arbitration with Chrysler. No error codes found.
Nov 2008 34432 mi	PRND lit up again. Will not go over 30 mph. Complete front control module has internal defect. Star case #44795 (?) NO FAIL CODES shown. Dealer said nothing was wrong with it until I showed them a pic of all gears engaged at once.
Jan 2009 36604 mi	Windows get stuck intermittently, will not roll down or will but then roll down half way then back up. Replaced regulator. This did not correct the problem.
May 2009 45942 mi US $327	Check Engine Light. has engine miss, multi-cylindar misfire, de carbon/clean fuel induction system. Cleared error codes. Test drove.
Aug 2009 52547 mi US $107	PRND lit up again. Would not exceed 18 mph this time. "Extensive history" noted on work order. Replaced shifter again. Repaired pinched wiring under lower dash. Mechanic told me when I picked up the car "all kinds of crazy things going on with it".
Sep 2009 53000 mi	Filed for 2nd Lemon Hearing stating original problems were never repaired. Also wrong dates entered on work orders which means the dealer's records show less days in the shop than I do. 29+ days in for repair. Diag. never showed error code on PRND issues

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Georgia, United States May 2015 - Jun 2017
Aug 2015 81600 mi US $300	The 'Maintenance Needed' (check engine) light came on and did not go off after several driving cycles. Diagnostics confirmed a defective sensor causing the faulty trouble code.
Feb 2016 90600 mi US $472	ABS Control Module failed, had to be replaced.
Jun 2016 97000 mi US $237	Alternator failed @ 96k miles

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Ontario, Canada Apr 2012 - Feb 2013
Jan 2013 44640 mi	CEL intermittently, harsh shift into drive when engine cold, occasional loss of drive. Replaced the electronic gear selector module for P.R.N.D. $1,525.43 Cdn cost covered by used car warranty. Very common problem with this powertrain.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in New Jersey, United States Jan 2008 - Sep 2017
Feb 2008 21000 mi	ABS and other stability control warning lights were on continuously. Wheel speed sensor was removed and replaced. A racheting sound was heard during full-right-lock steering. A sensor line was rerouted.
Nov 2008 31000 mi	Replaced shift control module.
Apr 2009 35000 mi	Dash board air vent control handles became disconnected.
May 2009 37000 mi	Dash air vent louvers and control handles replaced
Jan 2013 86000 mi US $300	Water pump was leaking. Pump was replaced.
Oct 2013 95300 mi US $5	Code U0404 Invalid Data Received from Gear Shift Control Module; preventing proper transmission shifting. Removed & cleaned circuit card assembly with electronics cleaner spray and a pencil eraser. Replacement module would have been $700.
Oct 2016 118300 mi US $120	Leaking seal between driveshaft and rear differential. Seal R & R'd.
Jan 2017 119300 mi US $160	Alternator failed. Removed and replaced.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Ohio, United States Apr 2008 - Mar 2009
Jan 2009 45000 mi US $250	Starter went bad and had to be replaced.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Connecticut, United States Apr 2010 - Jan 2016
Oct 2011 37000 mi US $10	malfunction in shift bezel ecm. Took apart and cleaned and reassembled and re installed. No more codes
Feb 2012 42500 mi	front driveshaft Drive shaft replaced
Nov 2013 67800 mi	Replaced front crankshaft seal
Dec 2013 69000 mi	slight coolant leak from a hose fitting. Dealer replaced a clamp.
Jan 2014 69800 mi US $40	repaired leaking Transmission cooling lines.
Mar 2014 72000 mi	Replace water pump
May 2014 74000 mi US $400	Leaking strut. Replaced front struts and rear shocks
Jun 2014 75000 mi US $400	Starter went. Jeep would not turn over. Had it towed to the dealer
Nov 2014 80000 mi US $20	Replaced rear pinion seal. Replaced E brake hardware.
Dec 2015 97000 mi US $400	replaced front brake pads,rotors and right caliper
Jan 2016 69000 mi US $366	Replaced inner tie rod ends

Jeep Grand Cherokee in New York, United States May 2012 - Mar 2016
Oct 2013 77700 mi	One of the front brakes makes odd noise at speeds below 10mph as the car slows. Several times multiple brakes make an extreme noise - bad enough to expect a real problem, but no ill effects so far. Mechanic could not recreate the problem.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2012 - Jun 2015
Jan 2013 117200 mi	rear window seal leaked, shorting out liftgate latch eletronics.
Mar 2013 103000 mi	liftgate latch shorted out due to water drippin on connector. had problem addressed but happened again. unplugged electrical connectors and am waiting for better weather to fix myself.
Jul 2014 134800 mi US $250	Bad wheel bearing, passenger side. Replaced both front wheel hub assemblies
Sep 2014 139000 mi US $500	Catastrophic failure of rear differential assy. Replaced with a used axle.
Jun 2015 149000 mi US $50	Oil leak from right valve cover gasket. Replaced both sides.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Wisconsin, United States Oct 2010 - Sep 2011
May 2011 64700 mi US $100	Starter was failing, working only intermittently. Possibly related to broader electrical shorting problem history. Gremlins have caused failure in several electrical components in last 4 years.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Massachusetts, United States May 2010 - Apr 2017
Oct 2010 25000 mi	Transmission O ring leaks and loss of fluid Car would not go above 30 miles per hour. After a restart it was ok. Code identified shifter computer lost contact.
Apr 2015 36200 mi US $300	Therrmostat relplaced
May 2015 37000 mi US $1600	shift was not communicating. sometimes wouldn't crank or endue in low gear only. after replacing shifter car would not start, although diagnostic lithe showed current activation going to starter

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Maine, United States Jul 2009 - Jun 2011
Sep 2010 56000 mi US $65	dim left brake-light, blinker would not work if headights were on, bulb socket was replaced
Jun 2011 70000 mi US $30	bad bulb

Jeep Grand Cherokee in New York, United States Jan 2012 - Oct 2014
Feb 2013 83500 mi	Replaced shifter. Replaced tire pressure sensors. tire pressure sensors replaced again. NY STATE(DEALER) used car warranty paid for it. The Jeep made 4 trips total in February for the sensors alone and it's still not fixed.They replaced a module yesterday and the light came back on today.
Oct 2014 97000 mi	Needed a right front wheel hub I never fixed.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in New York, United States May 2008 - Jul 2022
Mar 2008 19000 mi	1. Rubbing when wheel turned at full lock. Resolved:Reposition front wheel speed sensors by connector. 2. Burning smell - dealer indicates rustproofing on exhaust is culprit. Smell disappeared by Apr08, now only noticeable after hard uphill drive, Temp
May 2008 20326 mi	1. Front Heated seat switch sticking. Resolved:Switch replaced. 2. Auto up windows go up and come back down. Resolved: TSB 23-001-08 Replaced front window regulators and reprogrammed modules as described in bulletin.
Aug 2008 23000 mi	Outside front window moldings bulging up, clacking noise when turning wheel with signal on. Molding replaced - approx $40 + labor - under warranty Clock spring and multifunction stalk adjusted - aprox $100 - under warranty. Clacking still not fixed, it is better but test drove a couple of vehicles on lot, issue present. Outside front window moldings bulging up, clacking noise when turning wheel with signal on. EDIT MARCH 2010: the clacking when the wheel is turned is a NORMAL issue, I have had no problems, it is noticeable on other vehicles i have driven.
Mar 2009 27000 mi	Heated seats stopped working. Fuses fine, heated seat module replaced, part was in stock. Chrome covering peeling off of shifter bezel. Parts ordered. Car could have been driven till end of life with no effects from this problem. Purely cosmetic. Shifter bezel replaced. Part costs approximately $200 online with discount. Simple plastic piece. Shifter bezel replaced. Part costs approximately $200 online with discount. Simple plastic piece. Resolved, required separate trip to get it installed - 'diagnosis' of said issue at oil change visit.
Nov 2011 60400 mi	lights behind climate control switches work intermittently. module replaced.
Jun 2013 86000 mi	Starter wire from ignition cylinder to starter had a short. Wire replaced. Warranty covered, but would have cost 1 hr diagnostic + $6 part.
Dec 2014 114000 mi	Transmission cooler lines leaking, replaced and filled transmission fluid.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in New York, United States Dec 2010 - Jul 2013
Apr 2011 28800 mi	Terrible smell when driving on highway. Was told oil leak, gasket ordered. Went back, gasket replaced. Still had smell. Went back for week. Was told leak from engine block. 13 working days in shop because had to order part.
Mar 2013 75000 mi US $250	car didn't start, but battery not dead. 1 mechanic changed battery and worked after. happened again. other mechanic (now my only mechanic) found bad power harness to starter. said its a common problem in the grand cherokee

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in California, United States Dec 2007 - Mar 2010
Jan 2008 17000 mi	Tailgate hatch defective. Corrosion noticeable. Part ordered, on national backorder. Result of problem: sensor said "tailgate open" when actually closed. Lights stayed on; computer chime occurred.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Ohio, United States Aug 2007 - Oct 2007
Sep 2007 4000 mi	The electric door locks would sometimes lock/unlock/lock cycle repeatedly and endlessly. It stopped only if the battery is disconnected, which results in needing to reset radio stations, etc. It did it for the dealership, and they ordered "A" door lock

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Illinois, United States Sep 2007 - Mar 2010
Dec 2007 8000 mi US $33	Rattle in roof pannel
Jun 2008 12000 mi	Repair headliner rattle, Address check engine light.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Virginia, United States Jun 2010 - Dec 2013
Jul 2010 39000 mi	Purchased Jeep with 38,500 miles on it. First trip out the engine just died. Pulled to side of road, cut vehicle off, restarted and it went fine, then it decided to shut down again for no reason. Returned to Dealer! Only had it 7 days!!!
Aug 2010 41000 mi	Problem persisted through 3 mechanics until I found the solution in the UK myself. The band around the top of the shifter breaks and falls into the assembly, where it hits against the limp module, causing the vehicle to act as if it's in neutral.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Denmark Dec 2008 - Oct 2013
Oct 2013 122140 mi	Change right front wheel bearrings

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in California, United States Aug 2013 - Dec 2013
Dec 2013 101000 mi US $400	Engine was blown, #2 cylinder worn. Estimated cost $4000-4500. Known problem with Jeep 6-cylinder 3.7 engines.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Queensland, Australia Dec 2013 - Jul 2015
Nov 2014 60760 mi A $2950	replaced resonator intercooler,hose,damper crankshaft,acc belt,idlers & pulleys hose charge air. Chrysler Jeep (shame on you. this should not be necessary. Some parts may not need to be changed. Oil leaks at low mileage. Southport Austrlia

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Florida, United States Dec 2012 - Jan 2013
Jan 2013 US $270	replaced starter motor - new

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Ohio, United States Jun 2010 - Jul 2010
Jul 2010 86000 mi	Front ball joints worn when sold.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in New York, United States Oct 2007 - Mar 2010
Jul 2008 26000 mi	Run flat tire low pressure warning is not accurate or usefull. Warning given when tire pressure drops due to cold temperatures and when a differential greater than a few psi is detected. Warning will stay on even when psi is greater than 32!
Nov 2008 28000 mi	Run flat tire low pressure warning is not accurate or usefull. Warning given when tire pressure drops due to cold temperatures and when a differential greater than a few psi is detected. Warning will stay on even when psi is greater than 32
Dec 2008 28000 mi	Remote start would not always work.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Wisconsin, United States Dec 2012 - Mar 2015
Jan 2013 US $490	6 of the 8 frost plugs were corroded and leaking coolant. Repair shop replaced all 8 frost plugs.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Florida, United States - Oct 2007
Oct 2007 24987 mi	Warranty Repair-Vehicle steering sensor for electronic stability program. Warranty Repair-Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Idaho, United States Dec 2010 - Jun 2022
Jul 2010 54328 mi US $54	R and R'ed EGR Valve.
Jan 2012 78000 mi US $50	Thermostat gasket seal leaking.
Mar 2012 73000 mi US $25	Passenger side aftermarket exhaust header flange gasket leaking. Replaced gasket.
Jun 2014 90000 mi US $250	Replaced all four wheel TPMS Sensors.
Aug 2015 97500 mi	Both header flange gaskets leaking. Tightened header flange bolts.
Nov 2015 99000 mi US $40	Replaced driver's side steering rack dust boot. Old one was split. Slight exhaust leak at flange just aft of catalytic converter. Replaced "donut" gasket.
Feb 2016 101000 mi US $17	Replaced broken recirculation door actuator drive gear, and cabin filter.
Jun 2016 104000 mi US $700	Upper and lower Ball Joints on both right and left side were replaced, and then the front end was aligned.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in New York, United States Aug 2011 - Apr 2012
Sep 2011 53000 mi US $700	Had to replace the tire pressure monitor sensors in all of the tires. The module on the sunroof also needs to be replaced ($950+).
Apr 2012 61000 mi	Sunroof module never fixed.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Maryland, United States Oct 2008 - Jan 2017
Jan 2012 61000 mi US $80	Driver side outer CV joint failed. Rust build-up on lower control arm required replacing that also (bad design that lets bolt rust up). Replaced O2 sensors, EGR and PCV valves.
Dec 2012 70000 mi US $700	Driver side axle failed, caused loss of traction and very loud thumping
Apr 2015 85000 mi US $300	Exhaust sensors

Jeep Grand Cherokee in New Jersey, United States Oct 2013 - Dec 2015
Oct 2013 64000 mi US $3200	aftermarket transmission filter split caused loss of pressure on the clutches and had to rebuild the transmission

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Colorado, United States Jul 2017 - Jul 2017
Mar 2017 98000 mi US $300	Entire drivetrain was replaced, transmission, front and rear diff, Axel's, hubs, drive arms

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Minnesota, United States Sep 2007 - Sep 2011
Oct 2007 31000 mi	Brought Jeep in for recall repair of brakes, shop discovered water pump was leaking and about ready to go. Replaced under warranty. Had to rent a car so they could keep vehicle overnight. Noticed drivers window was closing to hard, passengers would go up then come back down. Dealer had to replace window sensors and motors on both front driver and passenger sides
Sep 2008 35000 mi US $30	Hood strut failed, had to replace it.
Sep 2010 51000 mi US $100	Starter failed while out of state on road trip. Was able to get under car, bang on starter with wrench and get unfrozen. Took to nearest dealer for replacement under extended warranty.
Sep 2011 56000 mi US $100	Radio/Nav screen goes blank, had errors upon Diag., Replaced with rebuilt unit. Also, rear liftgate window wouldn't open. Replaced struts & hinge assembly. All covered under ext. warr. (less deductible).

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Texas, United States - Jan 2008
Jan 2008 22215 mi	Replaced power steering pump under warranty and replaced leaking transmission cooler hoses.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Illinois, United States Aug 2007 - Jun 2011
Jul 2010 30000 mi US $100	4-wheel drive warning came on--only needed software patch

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Michigan, United States Aug 2014 - Jun 2015
Nov 2014 96100 mi US $322	Driver-Front Wheel Bearing Noisy and required replacement
Dec 2014 98000 mi US $360	Rack and Pinion Leaking badly, unit replaced and alignment performed. Driver Side Seatbelt/SRS module faulty causing SRS light on dash. Entire unit replaced.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Michigan, United States Oct 2007 - Mar 2010
May 2009 39000 mi US $125	Engine started, dashboard was lifeless and then everything lit up leaving the check engine, ESP, and BAS lights lit up. Dealer charge $100 to diagnose, essentially reset system and vehicle has been fine since.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Arizona, United States Feb 2014 - Apr 2021
Apr 2014 73300 mi US $50	Transfer case would not shift into low-range or neutral several months after having recall performed. Dealer cleared all codes and verified reflash. Liftglass rattling while driving. Latch was adjusted to eliminate rattle.
May 2014 75000 mi US $1469	Intermittent "Transmission over temp" message. Cause was diagnosed as solenoid pack failure, which then damaged powertrain controller. Replaced solenoid pack, replaced powertrain control module, reconditioned valve body.
Jun 2014 75000 mi US $120	Replaced liftglass window hinges to solve rattle issue. Old hinges were worn, not holding glass at correct height and allowing glass to abrade against liftgate.
Jul 2018 131000 mi US $1200	Replaced seized AC compressor, AC service parts
Jun 2020 156619 mi US $287	Rear liftgate glass sliding down when closed, rattling and scraping against liftgate. Dealer replaced support props. Repair was not successful; liftglass needed new hinges, but hinges are discontinued.
Feb 2021 161796 mi US $845	Oil pan gasket
Apr 2021 163147 mi US $500	Cracked cylinder head, bank 2. Shop suspected flawed casting from the factory. Declined repair (complete engine replacement required).

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Arizona, United States Jan 2010 - Jan 2013
Feb 2010 49000 mi	Satellite radio didn't work Brake light switch input for computer
May 2010 55000 mi US $50	Front differential transmission sensor for 4wd system Sway Bar bushings needed replacing
Jan 2013 88000 mi US $75	Ignition key lock sensor and steering angle sensors tripped a computer code and both needed to be replaced.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Kentucky, United States Sep 2007 - Jan 2013
Oct 2011 77000 mi	exhaust manifold gasket and two bolts

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Maryland, United States Oct 2014 - Mar 2016
Mar 2016 109000 mi US $390	Intermittent starter issues. Had spark plugs changed. Pcv valve, air filter. Etc.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in South Carolina, United States Oct 2009 - Jan 2011
Sep 2010 36000 mi US $190	The "service electrical brake system" warning and ABS light were coming on intermittently. It was a wheel speed sensor that went bad for the ABS system. The sensor was replaced and the problem remedied in just a couple of hours. ABS light came on after driving a few miles. A sensor at one of the rear wheels was replaced.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in District of Columbia, United States Sep 2010 - Mar 2011
Oct 2010 39000 mi US $372	new battery and reprogram computer

Jeep Grand Cherokee in New York, United States Dec 2008 - Apr 2009
Jan 2009 38000 mi US $1700	Sensor in transmission-stuck in 1st gear. Also starter broke.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in New York, United States May 2010 - May 2013
Dec 2011 93000 mi US $800	Transmission went to limp home mode, check engine light, dealer replaced transmission control module. Common problem, apparently-tow truck operator had same issue with identical Jeep.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Indiana, United States Sep 2016 - Sep 2018
May 2016 155000 mi US $300	Car would start then die. over and over. Then got to a point it would not start at all. I switched relays around for the starter but they came back saying it was a starter relay. car would start and then die. over and over. same thing as last time. said they replaced the starter relay (which I checked before hauling it to the dealer).

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Tennessee, United States Sep 2011 - Jan 2013
Dec 2012 84000 mi	R&R Thermostat Housing, R & R Water Pump operation
Jan 2013	R & R Pinion Shaft Seal Operation

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Ohio, United States Dec 2010 - Sep 2015
Sep 2014 165000 mi US $2200	Replaced torque converter
Nov 2014 167000 mi US $2600	New teams sensor Broken axle mount

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2016 - Jul 2019
Sep 2016 126000 mi	Tire pressure sensor died in one wheel. Passenger occupant sensor stopped working. Dealer quoted $400 replacement. Opted to not have replaced at that time however when dealer removed and replaced the bad part the issue was resolved likely due to a poor connection
Mar 2017 136000 mi US $500	Front struts replaced
Nov 2017 149000 mi US $200	Heat not working due to bad blower motor resister and hvac control module

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Finland Aug 2012 - Nov 2012
Sep 2012 107260 mi €1300	Leakage where crank shaft goes into rear axle.
Oct 2012 109740 mi €1000	Park assist did not work. glow unit for the diesel engine needed to be replaced

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Texas, United States Sep 2007 - Jun 2008
Oct 2007 29000 mi	Replaced lifters and cam shaft. Dropped car off in September, got it back in October... took 6 weeks to fix - VERY frustrating.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Alberta, Canada Apr 2009 - Mar 2010
Jan 2010 79980 mi	During the cold, the rear hatch cover over the door handle broke when used to open the hatch, I replaced it with a chrome aftermarket cover.
Mar 2010 83080 mi	Small power steering fluid leak when sold.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Alberta, Canada Mar 2013 - Sep 2014
Jul 2013 118300 mi C $350	Replaced alternator
Jan 2014 C $411	Replaced steering pump
Mar 2014 126480 mi C $400	Replaced front and rear shocks
Apr 2014 126680 mi C $170	Vehicle would not start randomly. They checked alternator, starter, and other and could not reproduce the problem.
Jul 2014 127820 mi C $560	Replaced broken stud and wheel bearing Replaced ABS sensor Replaced O2 sensor

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Alberta, Canada Dec 2012 - Jan 2017
Apr 2013 112800 mi C $320	Replace left front CV axle and abs speed sensor.
May 2013 116900 mi C $765	Vibration in the driveline. Front Drive shaft had a cv joint gone and the cost of a rebuilt was just about the same as the new cv joint.
Nov 2013 132700 mi C $1400	timing chain tightener failed and timing chain come off gears. replaced gears and timing chain, tightener, two exhaust valves, all exhaust springs, regrind all exhaust valves, plane the exhaust manifolds and replace 4 exhaust manifold studs on each head
Dec 2014 152520 mi C $89	water pump leak heater core leak
Jun 2015 158720 mi	Problems with the MDS System. One cylinder was misfiring
Jan 2017 135160 mi C $1000	pcm failure still unable to drive

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Indiana, United States Feb 2008 - Apr 2015
Mar 2008 45000 mi	new drive shaft to correct vibration at 70mph. loose seat belt torsioners. Seatbelt wouldn't retract. Tightened torsioners, problem corrected. Dead battery after leaving accessory switch on for 20 mins while hooking up a trailer. They checked everything and could not find any issues, battery charged fine. I suspect an alternator problem or a bad ground, but it hasn't occurred again.
Sep 2008 47000 mi US $100	Brought it in in March to another dealer for dead battery - dealer couldn't replicate. New dealer in Sept checked it out and found bad starter. Replaced starter, problem fixed. Whining noise from front end upon deacceleration and vibration at highway speeds, found bad front end gears and out of balance driveshaft (driveshaft also replace in March) Replaced both - problem solved Intermittent rough running with check engine light. Acted as if water in gas. Dealer found bad pcv valve (oil in air cleaner), and plugs that hadn't been replaced as needed at 30,000 mile service. Problem hasn't repeated since.
Aug 2009 54000 mi US $300	CD/DVD would not read discs. Nav disc also did not read and reported error. Radio replaced, new nav disc ordered and installed Steering felt loose since last repair, but not enough to be dangerous. Dealer found worn bushings and replaced them.
Sep 2009 54000 mi US $150	hydraulic lift arms for tailgate no longer pushing tailgate up. Replaced both lift arms
Jan 2011 74800 mi US $100	Oil leaking from transmission lines. Lines replaced Interior heating thermostat not operating. Either all hot or all cold. Flashed PC and fixed issue.
Aug 2011 67000 mi US $120	Bad speed sensor on wheel Tire pressure sensors leaking (2). Brake light bulb
Sep 2011 67000 mi US $100	Air bag connector bad. Replaced.
Jun 2013 78000 mi US $100	Starter died Wheel speed sensors failed
Feb 2014 84700 mi US $250	Bad EGR valve Bad axle bushing

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Illinois, United States Nov 2010 - Sep 2014
Dec 2010 44000 mi US $300	Tech discovered leaking power steering hose during oil change. We opted to have it replaced on his recommendation.
Mar 2012 59000 mi	Transmission was reported to have bad sensor causing "transmission over temp" warning and triggering cooling fan. Entire solenoid unit needed to be replaced due to packaging. Covered under 7/70 powertrain warranty with $100 copay. Earlier sensor repair did not solve trans over temp warning. Manufacturer said to replace engine control module
Jun 2012 62000 mi US $60	AC Recharge
Dec 2012 66000 mi US $500	Starter failed. Replaced by dealer.
Jul 2013 72000 mi US $1300	Evaporator had leak. The dealer replaced the part, which involved removing and reinstalling the entire dash board, which was their explanation for the high price of the repair.
Jul 2014 81500 mi US $1900	Replaced starter Sensor in transfer case malfunctioned

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Texas, United States Jan 2010 - Mar 2018
Oct 2010 89000 mi US $400	Starter motor went out. Repaired and replaced.
Sep 2013 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.
Dec 2013 145000 mi US $52	The Cam Position Sensor took a dive and the engine kept stalling. The computer threw an appropriate code and I replaced it with a new sensor from the dealer for $52.00 and 20 minutes worth of work.
Jan 2015 149200 mi US $1000	The front drive shaft, with non-serviceable joints, had to be replaced. I had the front differential bushings replaced as the same time.
Jul 2015 174200 mi US $425	One of the valve covers had a minor leak at the rear, so I had both gaskets replaced.
Oct 2015 180500 mi	Replaced the rear drive shaft with a used one.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in South Africa Jul 2009 - Jun 2018
Mar 2012 105400 mi R 450	Car was jerking intermittently, and displaying error codes and MIL. Given the nature of the error codes, the crankshaft sensor was replaced, problem resolved Slight instability was noticed on corrugated roads, upon inspection oil was leaking from the one front shock absorber, replaced
Jun 2012 110980 mi R 800	Boot lid felt heavier to lift, especially when temperature was low, and wouldn't stay open unsupported. Replaced gas lifts
Dec 2012 121520 mi	oil leak detected, transmission sump replaced as leak was apparently caused by improper transmission service by shop on previous visit
Sep 2014 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
Mar 2016 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.
Aug 2016 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
Jun 2017 178126 mi R 16418	ECU replaced as intermittent dis on 1 of the input ports front prop shaft boot cover had disintegrated causing dirt ingress on joint - reconned thermostat stuck, replaced
Jun 2018 186620 mi R 5000	As the battery kept running down even when the vehicle was standing over the weekend, an exhaustive search for the culprit was attempted. It turned out to be the aftermarket radio head unit which had a very high standby current draw. It was connected to the ignition to only work when the vehicle is switched on

Jeep Grand Cherokee in North Carolina, United States Jun 2015 - Apr 2017
Jun 2015 108000 mi US $600	Sensor 2 error: "transmission over temp" warning triggering limp mode even when car had only been on a short time. Turning off engine and restarting cleared warning temporarily. Entire solenoid unit replaced. Problem not fixed.
Jun 2016 125000 mi	Service was for the p41 recall (low range wouldn't engage) and ignition switch recall.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Colorado, United States Sep 2011 - Sep 2012
Mar 2012 96000 mi US $1500	The starter had to be replaced; but it failed once again and it was repaired without cost for the second time.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Colorado, United States Oct 2011 - Sep 2021
Nov 2011 51000 mi US $650	Front drive, replaced parts. Clunked when shifted from park to reverse. Told this is a known issue with hemis due to the extra torque. Front drive assembly has been redesigned and recommended by dealer cost to replace $2800, no warranty
Jan 2017 79200 mi	Horn has started honking randomly. Internet indicates this is an known issue. Disabled it for now. Will eventually take it to the dealer for repairs.
Jun 2017 87000 mi US $25	Parking brake delaminated from shoe broke apart

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Florida, United States Aug 2011 - Dec 2015
Nov 2012 49300 mi US $563	When turning the key there would be a click and the starter would not turn. The problem was intermittent but got worse over time.
Jul 2015 57000 mi US $200	Left rear ABS speed sensor was bad and was replaced.
Dec 2015 58000 mi	Driver door plastic panel shattered by the door handle mechanism.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in New York, United States Mar 2011 - Dec 2012
Apr 2011 103000 mi US $3600	Complete transmission rebuild. Then after service 4wd system warning came on and transfer case will not shift into 4-low. Unknown on cause and repair needed.
Apr 2012 117500 mi US $153	Leaking coolant, reservoir was dry and coolant was leaking from the front of the block. Bad water pump seal, working on replacing water pump. Have mechanics manual but doesn't seem to line up with what I have under the hood. Replaced the water pump, did not need to remove the fan as stated in manual. The Heater pipe runs under the plenum (sp) and that proved to be the biggest challenge of the repair as it would not re-seal into the new pump. Used weldbond!
May 2012 118000 mi US $150	Rear end makes a high pitched hum, thought is was axle bearings, mechanic checked and cleaned rear-diff, no damage noted to bearings, no moisture in fluid this time. Noise still present.
Nov 2012 125400 mi US $100	Abs sensor was worn through. Replaced four pads and rotors and 2 calipers

Jeep Grand Cherokee in North Carolina, United States Sep 2007 - May 2009
Jan 2008 28000 mi	Hood support failed under warranty. Clock spring in steering column became noisy, replaced. Suspension clunk due to faulty sway bar bushings. Vehicle slowly losing coolant. Rattle in dash air vents.
Feb 2008 28000 mi	Occupant classification module in the front airbag system required recalibration to extinguish the airbag light on the dashboard.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Oregon, United States Aug 2016 - Jun 2018
Jul 2017 53048 mi US $145	Replaced a/c compressor that had failed. The rubber connecting the a/c clutch to the compressor shaft separated and the clutch coil shorted. Replaced alternator
Oct 2017 55000 mi US $1595	While tightening the positive battery terminal, the end of the wrench accidentally touched the metal of the FCM. Jeep would no longer start after wrench shorted FCM to positive terminal of battery. Replaced FCM, Jeep working great again.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Ohio, United States Jan 2013 - Mar 2018
Oct 2017 98000 mi US $20	New hood strut installed.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in California, United States Jul 2016 - Jan 2017
Sep 2016 125000 mi US $100	steering rack & pinion replaced
Dec 2016 127000 mi US $100	banging noise drive to reverse. Replaced transmission mounts
Jan 2017 128000 mi US $200	Car would not start sometimes. Replaced battery

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Tennessee, United States Nov 2019 - Jun 2022
Jul 2021 109000 mi US $75	Replaced leaking expansion valve and recharged AC system
Dec 2021 110000 mi US $400	Replaced front prop shaft due to u-joint failure.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Mississippi, United States Jul 2013 - Jul 2018
Sep 2014 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.
Dec 2015 113000 mi US $60	Both rear wheel speed sensors went out, resulting in all kinds of ABS lights. Self-repaired.
Jun 2016 115000 mi US $30	Camshaft sensor failed. Replaced sensor.
Mar 2018 118000 mi US $450	Fan clutch and thermostat

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Indiana, United States Sep 2011 - Feb 2014
Oct 2011 87000 mi	Left-rear lower control arm replaced. Transfer case shift motor replaced.
Feb 2012 91000 mi US $135	Transmission coolant line leaking.
Jan 2014 98000 mi	Idler pulley/tensioner pulley squealing. Idler pulley/tensioner was replaced along with serpentine belt.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Illinois, United States Feb 2011 - Jan 2013
Mar 2011 128000 mi US $1800	transmission was defaulting into safe mode (3rd gear). replaced solenoid, probalem still not fixed. partial rebuild of transmission.
Jan 2013 US $50	heater core leak; bypassed heater core

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Pennsylvania, United States - Feb 2009
Feb 2009 74000 mi	sunroof leak. took dealer 3 days to fix

Jeep Grand Cherokee in New York, United States Sep 2007 - Dec 2012
Oct 2007 20800 mi	All dash board idiot lights come on at random times.Speedometer and tachometer drop to 0 and headlights turn off if they're on. Message center reads to have electric brakes serviced. The Jeep runs OK, does not stall and everything else functions when this The dash board "idiot" lights come on and off repeatedly for a few minutes then all is normal. The speedometer and tachometer also drop to 0 when this happens. The car continues to run normally other than this. The dealer replaced the gauge cluster but it
Jul 2010 48500 mi US $120	Starter went bad with just over 49,000 miles on it. Changed starter and all is OK.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Michigan, United States Jul 2010 - Jun 2018
Mar 2011 87000 mi US $200	R&R WATER PUMP r & r water pump / oil change
Jul 2011 88500 mi US $36	rear seal rear seal
Sep 2012 106000 mi US $100	rear yoke and seal
Aug 2015 119000 mi US $50	third brake light short in unit. sealed fix
Sep 2017 133000 mi US $1800	frt wheel bearing

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Maryland, United States May 2009 - Feb 2012
Aug 2011 70000 mi US $384	Exhaust leak, driver side. Exhaust manifold gasket had to be replaced. Seems to be a common problem on the 4.7 V8.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Maryland, United States Sep 2011 - Oct 2012
Oct 2011 125700 mi US $500	EGR sensor valve
Jul 2012 139800 mi US $200	Car not cooling properly
Oct 2012 144000 mi US $450	Replaced Thermostat

Jeep Grand Cherokee in North Carolina, United States Jan 2010 - Feb 2016
Mar 2010 34000 mi US $250	Leaking rear pinion seal rear pinion seal leak repaired windshield replacement
Jul 2010 36300 mi US $190	Intermittent "Check ABS/AWD light"
Oct 2010 36000 mi	During previous ABS sensor diagnosis, Dealership coded in wrong VIN number so subsequent attempts to clear codes showed "unable to communicate" with vehicles ECM. Lt rear ABS sensor replaced
Jan 2011 39000 mi	Leaking transmission cooler line at crimped rubber hose/hard line junction. Occurred at 39K miles..called Jeep Dealer to see if covered under 7yr Power train Warranty, told no but dealer encouraged me to call Jeep for out of Warranty claim.
Mar 2011 40000 mi	Intermittent ABS warning /misfunction light despite ABS sensor replaced which OBDII codes suggested was the problem
Jun 2011 42000 mi US $10	Tranny cooler lines leaking at rubber hose/crimps..common problem. Temporararily fixed by cutting off crimps and adding 3/8" hose with clamps..lasted quite awhile until trans failed at 54K miles and shopped put in new OEM lines.
Jan 2012	Other crimped fitting for trans cooler line started to leak at crimp joint...#2 line now with this problem
Mar 2012 46000 mi	Jeep Dealer continues to guess why "Service Electrical Drive System"/"Service ABS" warning lights on intermittently without definitive fix..just keep replacing parts and see if that cures the problem, thus far without success.
Jun 2012 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.
Feb 2013 54500 mi US $3400	Catastropic transmission failure
Mar 2013 56000 mi US $49	Peripheral gasket on water pump failed causing loss of coolant.
Feb 2016 65000 mi	12V wire to starter solenoid was corroded causing an intermittent "no start" condition. No codes came up at Dealer who replaced the ignition switch "hoping" this would fix problem. My jiggling the solenoid 12V wire and spraying contact cl

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Minnesota, United States Jul 2010 - Sep 2010
Aug 2010 52000 mi US $1000	replaced pinion bearing then u-joint/driveshaft

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Missouri, United States Jan 2012 - Dec 2013
Jun 2013 84000 mi US $175	WOULD SOMETIMES START OUT IN 2ND. TOOK TO COTTMAN. SHOWED NO FAULT CODE. AS THIS WAS USED CAR I DIDN'T KNOW IF ANY TRANNY SERVICE HAD BEEN DONE. FLUSHED, NEW FILTERS, MOOPAR ADDITIVE PUT IN.SO FAR OK

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Illinois, United States Mar 2008 - Feb 2009
May 2008 46000 mi	Bearing went out that holds the fan shaft. Replaced the water pump, and fixed the problem. "Service 4 wheel drive system, and Electical Brake System" Lights came on. Shutting off vehicle and turning back on reset everything back to normal.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Georgia, United States Apr 2013 - Mar 2018
Jul 2013 98000 mi US $340	Replaced the exhaust manifold gasket
Apr 2014 105500 mi	Original jeep key was not recognized by the module.
Jul 2015 117300 mi US $260	Replaced passenger side exhaust manifold gasket

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Western Australia, Australia Jun 2010 - Sep 2013
Aug 2010 74060 mi A $800	Passenger side window stuck in open position, took to dealer - asked 800A$ for motor, but they manually closed window.
Sep 2010 75020 mi A $800	Window regulator on front driver door failed - stuck in open position.
Dec 2010 78740 mi A $40	received spare parts and installed the same. both hood (front) struts failed - unable to hold hood open. ordered replacement parts and replaced the same.
Aug 2011 86800 mi A $50	Suspected high pressure hose leaking, causing whining noise. Ordered high pressure hose struts for rear window failed Both front windows regulators failed in week of each other
Oct 2011 87420 mi A $80	received and replaced window regulators on driver and passenger side replaced hose
Nov 2011 88660 mi A $50	parts replaced
Mar 2013 100440 mi A $1600	Temp indicator show erratic readings should be steady 100deg C but it was fluctuating between 100 and 115deg C. When bonnet was opened very slim steam was coming from left hand side of radiator.Impossible to see anything when engine cold.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Quebec, Canada Jul 2015 - Jul 2016
Nov 2015 66740 mi	antifreeze fluid got in the transmission over 2500$ worth of damage

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Nevada, United States Dec 2013 - Sep 2018
Jan 2014 162000 mi	noise from rear diff. had bearings replaced transfer case motor replaced
Feb 2014 133600 mi US $100	water pump leaking from gasket. replaced water pump serpentine belt, idler pulley and tensioner.
Apr 2014 142500 mi	transfer case motor replaced
Sep 2014 148000 mi US $60	rear window lift struts replaced
Nov 2014 150000 mi US $250	replaced front propshaft due to noise and worn u-joint
Jul 2015 156300 mi US $200	radiator leaked, was replaced.
Dec 2015 166000 mi US $310	solenoid pack replaced
Jan 2016 153200 mi US $150	cv joint and u-joint on aftermarket propeller shaft failed. had driveline shop replace failed parts
May 2016 169900 mi US $50	rear hatch lock activator broke.
Jun 2016 171000 mi US $500	rear differential bearing noise resulted in bearings in differential being replaced.
Nov 2016 172000 mi US $7	water pump gasket failed. replaced rear axle seal at the wheel bearing
Dec 2016 172000 mi US $175	replaced front differential seal
Sep 2018 180000 mi US $130	radiator replaced due to leak cooling fan clutch failed

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Colorado, United States Mar 2013 - Apr 2013
Apr 2013 84000 mi US $2800	Blown head gasket. Leaking transmission cooler lines.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Kentucky, United States Nov 2012 - Dec 2012
Dec 2012 89000 mi US $157	joint was leaking

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Texas, United States Feb 2012 - Mar 2014
Feb 2014 127000 mi	Car is loosing engine coolant and using more oil than it should. Grinding / clicking noise in dash caused by failing relay. Will cost around $650 just in labor to remove and replace dash, plus approx $300 part. So, $1000 to fix a noise in the dash. Hood will not stay latched, keeps popping up a bit, will not fully lock in place when pushed down, pops back up as if the hood release has been pulled. Door panels on both driver and passenger side (front) have developed holes in the plastic, right next to the door handle hinge. Afraid the hinge will bust.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Chihuahua, Mexico May 2015 - Dec 2015
Oct 2015 146620 mi $800	t-case shift motor failed and cause 4 low put and make transmision fail and stay neutralize

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Illinois, United States Aug 2012 - Mar 2014
Sep 2012 112000 mi US $600	During preventive maintenance mechanic showed me the extensive play in the water pump indicating it was the bearing(s) were beginning to wear and would likely fail soon. I have a history with the dealer and they do have credibility with me.
Oct 2013 135000 mi US $125	In high Rockies vehicle would not engage into lo4wd. Dealer diagnostic indicated Low 4wd transfer motor was inoperable. Vehicle drives fine in hi 4wd declined yo have replaced as I estimated cost was 750. And. Decision needs to be made onr

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in Texas, United States Nov 2009 - Mar 2010
Dec 2009 73000 mi	noisy ring and pinion misadjusted differential bearings caused bearing failure replaced differential pinion and side bearings again. Also replaced water pump.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in North Carolina, United States Sep 2006 - Mar 2010
Nov 2006 19000 mi	Vehicle leaking transmission fluid. Dealer replaced O rings and told me that they just wear out.
Feb 2007 23000 mi	Check engine light coming on almost everyday. Vehicle jumps into reverse almost 3 times a day. Dealer replaced transmission control module. Vehicle still jumping into reverse and setting check engine light after the repair.
May 2007 26000 mi	Check engine light stays on and vehicle is jumping into reverse every time I shift. Dealer replaces gear shifter and tells me it had a short. This seems to fix the problem.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Washington, United States Jul 2013 - Sep 2013
Jul 2013 122000 mi US $242	evaporative emissions Tire sensors for air pressure

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Jeep Grand Cherokee in New York, United States Dec 2007 - Mar 2011
Feb 2010 27900 mi US $165	Spongy brakes...repaired/ new fluid.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Michigan, United States Sep 2007 - Mar 2010
May 2008 43000 mi US $100	Starter failure. Vehicle started, I drove to store 2 miles away, went inside, came out, and... nothing.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Maryland, United States Jun 2008 - Jun 2017
Jul 2008 20000 mi	Failed head unit. Replaced HVAC in dash control.
Apr 2009 25000 mi US $250	Shift lever automanual inoperative. Removed shift lever gate and replaced with generic plastic.
Feb 2011 40000 mi US $400	Power steering pump leaking. Replaced pump.
Oct 2011 40000 mi	Adjustable pedal motor inoperative. No repairs made. Rear hatch glass opening switch on tailgate inoperative. No repairs made. Hood and tailgate lift cylinder failed. Replaced struts.
Mar 2015 85000 mi	Remote key fob lock button failure. No repairs made.
Mar 2016 83000 mi	Airbag light on. No repairs made.
May 2017 101000 mi US $100	Heater core leaking. Bypassed heater core.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in New Jersey, United States Feb 2005 - Mar 2010
Sep 2005 4000 mi US $50	Battery died, said an issue with alternator.
Nov 2005 8000 mi US $25	fixed rubber weather stripping on back window.
May 2006 12000 mi US $250	Needed major transmission repair as transmission died at a traffic light. Cause was put to recall, although on the recall notice, it is not stated that a complete failure of the system could occur.
Jan 2007 37000 mi US $300	needed new lights for climate system gauge

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2008 - Mar 2010
Jan 2008 53000 mi US $500	Transmission-TCM Shifter-ECM

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Florida, United States Aug 2017 - Sep 2018
Apr 2018 108000 mi US $65	Replace throttle sensor, came apart after removing the screws

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Czech Republic May 2013 - Dec 2016
Mar 2014 105400 mi	factory REF radio - cd blocked in for some reason, stering remote control bugged, radio buttons bugged now it works again
Aug 2014 111600 mi $150	AC radiator replacement rear wheel hub replacement

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Indiana, United States Jul 2012 - Sep 2012
Aug 2012 97000 mi US $1000	Failing input speed sensor. I declined the fix. It was about $1,000 to repair an intermittent problem. I've decided to sell the vehicle to a friend.

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Missouri, United States May 2011 - Jan 2015
Jun 2011 105000 mi	Transmission fluid pan leaking...

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Alberta, Canada Dec 2011 - Jan 2013
Jan 2012 43800 mi C $400	Rear differential pinion bearing change, due to loud humming

Jeep Grand Cherokee in Kentucky, United States May 2009 - Apr 2011
Dec 2010 47000 mi US $250	hard downshift

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