2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
10 recalls, 1,128 complaints - 85 TSBs
09E025000 May 11, 2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES... Read more
Consequence
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
09V117000 Apr 9, 2009
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Defect Description
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 103,409 MY 2001-2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE VEHICLES WITH HEATED SEATS AND WITH CHRYSLER RECALL NO. 06V-197 COMPLETED (03-04 MY) OR SEAT HEATER ELEMENTS SERVICE REPLACEMENT (01-02 MY). THE FRONT SEAT ELECTRIC HEATER ELEMENTS COULD OVERHEAT.
Consequence
OVERHEATING COULD POTENTIALLY CAUSE A FIRE OR INJURY.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT SEAT HEATER ELEMENTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
09E012000 Apr 7, 2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES... Read more
Consequence
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
06E064000 Jul 17, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED ... Read more
Consequence
LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
TRADESONIC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRADESONIC AT 626-934-8884.
06E022000 Mar 13, 2006
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Defect Description
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT BRAKE CYLINDERS FOR CERTAIN FORD, DAIMLERCHRYSLER, AND JEEP PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE BRAKE CYLINDERS WERE SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF NAPA, RAYBESTOS, AIMCO, AC DELCO, CARQUEST, BENDIX, AND WAGNER. ONLY PRODUCTS THAT WERE ... Read more
Consequence
LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN LEAD TO A DECREASE IN BRAKE LINE PRESSURE AND AN INCREASE IN STOPPING DISTANCE, WHICH CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
AFFINIA (BRAKE PARTS, INC.) WILL REPLACE THE SUBJECT BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2006. OWNERS CAN CONTACT AFFINA GROUP CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-323-0354.
06E023000 Mar 13, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
CERTAIN ANZO COMBINATION HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS WHICH FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPME... Read more
Consequence
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
ANZO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE HEADLAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN MAY 9, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ANZO USA AT 909-468-3688.
06E011000 Feb 1, 2006
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET AIRTEX ELECTRIC FUEL PUMPS INSTALLED FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR CERTAIN 1997-2004 JEEP WRANGLER; 1997-2001 JEEP CHEROKEE; 1997-2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE; AND 2000-2003 DODGE DAKOTA VEHICLES. THE PLASTIC ELECTRICAL GROMMET CONNECTORS AT THE TOP OF THE FUEL PUMP MODULE AR... Read more
Consequence
IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FUEL LEAK COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
AIRTEX WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 25, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AIRTEX CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1-800-880-3056.
02V104000 Apr 8, 2002
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 4.0L ENGINE ONLY, THE DESIGN OF THE INTAKE AND EXHAUST MANIFOLDS COULD ALLOW DEBRIS TO ACCUMULATE AT THE #3 CYLINDER LOCATION.
Consequence
THIS COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A MANIFOLD SHIELD TO MODIFY THE AIR FLOW CHARACTERISTICS AND TO PREVENT THE ACCUMULATION OF DEBRIS IN THE AREA OF THE #3 CYLINDER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 13, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE ... Read more
01V007000 Jan 5, 2001
STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. AN INTERNAL NUT IN THE STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY COULD LOOSEN AND CAUSE THE STEERING GEAR TO LOCK UP.
Consequence
THIS COULD REDUCE STEERING CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 27, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
00V366000 Nov 9, 2000
CHILD SEAT
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." SOME OF THE OWNER'S MANUALS FOR THESE VEHICLES ARE MISSING INSTRUCTIONS THAT PROVIDE A STEP-BY-STEP PROCEDURE, INCLU... Read more
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE CHILD SEAT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ATTACHED INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE CHILD.
Remedy
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN ADDENDUM TO THE OWNER'S MANUALS.
Complaint Statistics
1,128 total complaints
95 crashes 21 fires 60 injuries 1 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR | 122 |
| SEATS | 108 |
| VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | 65 |
| VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM | 61 |
| VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR | 50 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH | 43 |
| VISIBILITY | 40 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 36 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 29 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 28 |
AIR BAGS
Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Jul 1, 2025
on 12/13/25 at 2:30pm our vehicle slid on ice and we crashed into the front of a barrier. No deployment of airbags occurred but the impact was so severe it damaged the frame/suspension/radiator. Our insurance adjusted/police and tow yard were surprised that the airbags did not deploy.
Crash
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 18, 2025
Incident date: Jul 1, 2025
OnStar Module is disabled, this is a key safety feature, one of the reasons I purchased this vehicle.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 22, 2025
Incident date: Jan 12, 2025
Driving in mild foggy conditions, going 44 mph. My CRV dash had the BRAKE warning flashing and locked up my brakes. There was nothing in front of me do cause this. There was a car behind me that could of hit me. Everything in my car flew off the seats and it jarred my neck and back. My lowered ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 3, 2023
Incident date: Nov 1, 2023
Upon going to start my vehicle it would not start. I ended up jump starting the car and going to buy a new battery. I replaced the battery even though repair facility stated battery was at 78% and in good state. Two days later I went to start the van again and the battery was again dead. I jumped th... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 19, 2022
Incident date: Jul 19, 2022
The contact owns a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The... Read more
AIR BAGS
Apr 6, 2022
Incident date: Mar 28, 2022
Airbag light coming Laredo.!! Will it work??? Drivers side squib is error it reads is there an issue with squib and clockspring? Very expensive repair several issues on web about clockspeings going bad on all years of jeep grand cherokee laredos. Mine is 2001 jeep.
TIRES
Feb 10, 2022
Incident date: Feb 10, 2022
The contact owns a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee equipped with Cooper Tires, Tire line: Discoverer H/T, Tire Size: 245/70/R16, DOT Number: UP9HC5T4216. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the driver's side front tire had a blowout, causing the vehicle to bounce and shake. Additionally, there was smo... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 9, 2022
Incident date: Feb 8, 2022
The contact owns a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for the windshield replacement; however, after the repair was completed, the vehicle failed to start up. The vehicle was waiting to be towed to the local dealer. The dealer and the m... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 11, 2021
Incident date: Feb 25, 2021
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START-UP. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO INFORMED THE CONTACT THE SENDING UNIT IN THE FUEL TANK WAS INOPERABLE. A VAPOR LOCK CAUSED THE VEHCILE TO NOT START-UP. THE MECHANIC WAS UNAB... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Mar 11, 2021
Incident date: Feb 25, 2021
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START-UP. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO INFORMED THE CONTACT THE SENDING UNIT IN THE FUEL TANK WAS INOPERABLE. A VAPOR LOCK CAUSED THE VEHCILE TO NOT START-UP. THE MECHANIC WAS UNAB... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 7, 2021
Incident date: Jun 1, 2020
OVERHEAD DISPLAY CEASES TO WORK. ONLINE FORUMS HAVE POINTED TO A FAULTY WIRING HARNESS THAT HAS TO BE REPLACED AT CONSIDERABLE COST. IF THE HARNESS IS FAULTY COULD IT CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM?
SUSPENSION
Oct 11, 2019
Incident date: Aug 25, 2019
THE 2001 JEEP JUST CAME TO A STOP WHILE IT WAS BEING DRIVEN ON THE HIGHWAY. IT HAD ALWAYS HAD ENGINE ISSUES. THE FRONT WHEEL SUSPENSION ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE 2001 JEEP CHEROKEE LAREDO IS BENT AND WHILE DRIVING IT ON THE STREET OR HIGHWAY IT CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO PULL TO THE LEFT AND IS UNSTA... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 11, 2019
Incident date: Aug 25, 2019
THE 2001 JEEP JUST CAME TO A STOP WHILE IT WAS BEING DRIVEN ON THE HIGHWAY. IT HAD ALWAYS HAD ENGINE ISSUES. THE FRONT WHEEL SUSPENSION ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE 2001 JEEP CHEROKEE LAREDO IS BENT AND WHILE DRIVING IT ON THE STREET OR HIGHWAY IT CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO PULL TO THE LEFT AND IS UNSTA... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 11, 2019
Incident date: Aug 25, 2019
THE 2001 JEEP JUST CAME TO A STOP WHILE IT WAS BEING DRIVEN ON THE HIGHWAY. IT HAD ALWAYS HAD ENGINE ISSUES. THE FRONT WHEEL SUSPENSION ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE 2001 JEEP CHEROKEE LAREDO IS BENT AND WHILE DRIVING IT ON THE STREET OR HIGHWAY IT CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO PULL TO THE LEFT AND IS UNSTA... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Aug 7, 2019
Incident date: Oct 1, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN CUSTOMER SATISFACTION RECALL NUMBER: N47 REGARDING A DEFECT WITH THE STRUCTURE. A POTENTIAL FAILURE OR FIRE COULD OCCUR IF THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WERE IMPACTED. THE MANUFACTURER RECALL REQUIRED THAT A HITCH BE AD... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 6, 2019
Incident date: Jul 4, 2019
MY HUSBAND WAS IN A ACCIDENT AIRBAG DIDN'T DEPLOY
Crash
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 21, 2019
Incident date: Jan 1, 2019
THE CASING HOLDING THE GAS TANK UP IN A SAFE MANNER HAS DETERIATED TO A POINT THAT THE FUEL TANK IS NOW IN DANGER OF SCRAPING THE PAVEMENT WHILE MOVING.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 21, 2019
Incident date: Jan 1, 2019
THE CASING HOLDING THE GAS TANK UP IN A SAFE MANNER HAS DETERIATED TO A POINT THAT THE FUEL TANK IS NOW IN DANGER OF SCRAPING THE PAVEMENT WHILE MOVING.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
May 30, 2019
Incident date: May 25, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK GATHERED RUST AND CORROSION. ALSO, THE UNDERCARRIAGE WAS CORRODED AND PIECES WERE FALLING OFF. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THAT THE FUEL TANK COVER MAY HAVE FALLEN OFF AND IT WAS WET; HOWEVER, THE CONTACT WAS UNSURE. THE... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
May 30, 2019
Incident date: May 25, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK GATHERED RUST AND CORROSION. ALSO, THE UNDERCARRIAGE WAS CORRODED AND PIECES WERE FALLING OFF. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THAT THE FUEL TANK COVER MAY HAVE FALLEN OFF AND IT WAS WET; HOWEVER, THE CONTACT WAS UNSURE. THE... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
May 9, 2019
Incident date: Mar 11, 2019
THE FUEL RAIL PULSATION DAMPER IS LEAKING GASOLINE CREATING AN ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY HAZARD. THIS FUEL RAIL ASSEMBLY IS ON NATIONAL BACKORDER AND NOT AVAILABLE. WE NEED TO ELEVATE THIS SITUATION IN ORDER TO GET A SATISFACTORY REPAIR PROCEDURE IN EFFECT. THIS IS NOT AN ACCEPTABLE WAY FOR A NATION... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 15, 2019
Incident date: Apr 15, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FUEL TANK SUPPORT SYSTEM WAS RUSTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO WILLIAMS BROTHERS CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM OF DUNDEE (4706 ANN ARBOR RD, DUNDEE, MI 48131) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL TANK SUPPORT SYSTEM WAS RUSTED AN... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 18, 2019
Incident date: Jan 18, 2019
THE CAR COOLANT FINISHED
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 23, 2018
Incident date: Aug 6, 2018
THE 2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEES HAVE AN ISSUE WHERE THE INJECTORS GET REALLY HOT AND CAUSE ENGINE MISFIRE AND COULD CATCH ON FIRE DUE TO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD BEING RIGHT UNDERNEATH THEM. THE RECALL WAS ALREADY ISSUE FOR THESE JEEPS BY PROVIDING INSULATORS THAT ARE PUT ON THE INJECTORS AND BETWEEN ON T... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 24, 2018
Incident date: Dec 12, 2017
THIS JEEP WILL RUN FINE, BUT WHEN IT COMES TO RED LIGHTS AND IDLE, THE CAR WILL SHUT OFF AND NOT TURN ON AGAIN FOR ATLEAST 10 MINUTES. SPENT ABOUT 3,000 USD TO FIX AT MULTIPLE MECHANIC AND THE ISSUE REMAINS. WHY HAS JEEP NEVER TAKEN THE TIME TO RECALL THIS ISSUE AS IT CAN CAUSE THE LIVES OF MANY DRI... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 24, 2018
Incident date: Dec 12, 2017
THIS JEEP WILL RUN FINE, BUT WHEN IT COMES TO RED LIGHTS AND IDLE, THE CAR WILL SHUT OFF AND NOT TURN ON AGAIN FOR ATLEAST 10 MINUTES. SPENT ABOUT 3,000 USD TO FIX AT MULTIPLE MECHANIC AND THE ISSUE REMAINS. WHY HAS JEEP NEVER TAKEN THE TIME TO RECALL THIS ISSUE AS IT CAN CAUSE THE LIVES OF MANY DRI... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 24, 2018
Incident date: Dec 12, 2017
THIS JEEP WILL RUN FINE, BUT WHEN IT COMES TO RED LIGHTS AND IDLE, THE CAR WILL SHUT OFF AND NOT TURN ON AGAIN FOR ATLEAST 10 MINUTES. SPENT ABOUT 3,000 USD TO FIX AT MULTIPLE MECHANIC AND THE ISSUE REMAINS. WHY HAS JEEP NEVER TAKEN THE TIME TO RECALL THIS ISSUE AS IT CAN CAUSE THE LIVES OF MANY DRI... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 5, 2017
Incident date: Nov 21, 2014
I WAS TOLD BACK ON 11/21/2014 THAT MY JEEP HAD A RECALL ON IT I WAS TOLD TO CONTACT MY LOCAL CHRYSLER DEALER SO I DID THE GUY WAS SO RUDE I THOUGHT FOR GET THIS, BUT THEN I KEPT ON HEARING ABOUT JEEPS LIKE MINE IF REAR-ENDED THE GAS TANKS WOULD BURST INTO FLAMES WITH NO TIME TO GET OUT, SO YOUR D... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 25, 2017
Incident date: Jul 23, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK WAS BELOW THE BUMPER. THE DEALER RIVERHEAD DODGE (LOCATED AT 642 W MAIN ST, RIVERHEAD, NY 11901; (631) 727-1040) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THERE WAS NOTHING THE DEALER COULD DO SINCE THERE WAS NO RECALL. TH... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 25, 2017
Incident date: Jul 23, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK WAS BELOW THE BUMPER. THE DEALER RIVERHEAD DODGE (LOCATED AT 642 W MAIN ST, RIVERHEAD, NY 11901; (631) 727-1040) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THERE WAS NOTHING THE DEALER COULD DO SINCE THERE WAS NO RECALL. TH... Read more
STEERING
Feb 6, 2017
Incident date: Feb 3, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. WHILE PULLING INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO REVERSE. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE FRONT WHEELS WERE POINTING IN TWO DIFFERENT DIRECTIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT TH... Read more
SUSPENSION
Feb 6, 2017
Incident date: Feb 3, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. WHILE PULLING INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO REVERSE. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE FRONT WHEELS WERE POINTING IN TWO DIFFERENT DIRECTIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT TH... Read more
SEATS
Oct 26, 2016
Incident date: Oct 1, 2016
THE DRIVER SEAT BRACKET SNAPPED LOOSE AT THE REAR LEFT SIDE THAT HOLDS THE SEAT TO THE FRAME WHILE DRIVING. I WAS MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN WHEN I HEARD THE SEAT FRAME BREAK. NOW WHEN DRIVING THE SEAT IS VERY LOOSE AND MAKES A CLICKING NOISE WITH LOTS OF UNSTABLE SEAT MOVEMENTS. *TR
ENGINE
Oct 22, 2016
Incident date: Nov 15, 2015
ON SEPT.2, 2014 I HAD MY 2011 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE TOWED TO THE NEARSEST DEALER, MILFORD CHRYSLER, MILFORD, PA. I WAS DRIVING THE DAY BEFORE WITH FAMILY WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED IN AN ENTRANCE TO A PARKING LOT JUST AVOIDING AN ACCIDENT. MESSAGE CENTER SHOWED KEY NOT DETECTABLE. SEVERAL ATT... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Oct 22, 2016
Incident date: Nov 15, 2015
ON SEPT.2, 2014 I HAD MY 2011 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE TOWED TO THE NEARSEST DEALER, MILFORD CHRYSLER, MILFORD, PA. I WAS DRIVING THE DAY BEFORE WITH FAMILY WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED IN AN ENTRANCE TO A PARKING LOT JUST AVOIDING AN ACCIDENT. MESSAGE CENTER SHOWED KEY NOT DETECTABLE. SEVERAL ATT... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 22, 2016
Incident date: Nov 15, 2015
ON SEPT.2, 2014 I HAD MY 2011 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE TOWED TO THE NEARSEST DEALER, MILFORD CHRYSLER, MILFORD, PA. I WAS DRIVING THE DAY BEFORE WITH FAMILY WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED IN AN ENTRANCE TO A PARKING LOT JUST AVOIDING AN ACCIDENT. MESSAGE CENTER SHOWED KEY NOT DETECTABLE. SEVERAL ATT... Read more
SUSPENSION
Aug 3, 2016
Incident date: May 6, 2016
WHEN DRIVING AT 45 TO 50 MPH THE FRONT END STARTS TO VIBRIATE AND STARTS TO SHAKE UNCONTROLLABLY,WHAT'S REALLY BAD IS THAT YOU DON'T KNOW WHEN IT WILL HAPPEN.I DROVE FROM SAVANNAH TO MICHIGAN AND BACK WITH NO PROBLEMS THAN WHEN YOU LEAST EXPECT IT THAN IT HAPPENS ! IT SHAKES SO BAD YOU CAN'T DRIVE S... Read more
STEERING
Aug 3, 2016
Incident date: May 6, 2016
WHEN DRIVING AT 45 TO 50 MPH THE FRONT END STARTS TO VIBRIATE AND STARTS TO SHAKE UNCONTROLLABLY,WHAT'S REALLY BAD IS THAT YOU DON'T KNOW WHEN IT WILL HAPPEN.I DROVE FROM SAVANNAH TO MICHIGAN AND BACK WITH NO PROBLEMS THAN WHEN YOU LEAST EXPECT IT THAN IT HAPPENS ! IT SHAKES SO BAD YOU CAN'T DRIVE S... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jun 21, 2016
Incident date: Jun 1, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 45-55 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHOOK VIOLENTLY AND VIBRATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE BUSHINGS, TIRES, AND STABILIZER B... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 7, 2016
Incident date: Apr 15, 2016
GASOLINE ODOR/CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAVE HAD THIS VEHICLE MACHANICALLY CHECKED THE SMELL OF FUEL ON STARTUP WITH WINDOW LOWERED IS OVERPOWERING..THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND I HAD THE VEHICLE PLUGGED INTO SERVICE COMPUTER..WAS TOLD TOO CHECK GAS CAP/REPLACE..WHICH I DID..THE GASOLINE ODOR IS STIL... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 7, 2016
Incident date: Apr 15, 2016
GASOLINE ODOR/CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAVE HAD THIS VEHICLE MACHANICALLY CHECKED THE SMELL OF FUEL ON STARTUP WITH WINDOW LOWERED IS OVERPOWERING..THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND I HAD THE VEHICLE PLUGGED INTO SERVICE COMPUTER..WAS TOLD TOO CHECK GAS CAP/REPLACE..WHICH I DID..THE GASOLINE ODOR IS STIL... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 7, 2016
Incident date: Apr 15, 2016
GASOLINE ODOR/CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAVE HAD THIS VEHICLE MACHANICALLY CHECKED THE SMELL OF FUEL ON STARTUP WITH WINDOW LOWERED IS OVERPOWERING..THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND I HAD THE VEHICLE PLUGGED INTO SERVICE COMPUTER..WAS TOLD TOO CHECK GAS CAP/REPLACE..WHICH I DID..THE GASOLINE ODOR IS STIL... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 14, 2016
Incident date: Apr 14, 2016
I AM CONCERNED THAT MY GAS TANK IS A HAZARD IF IN A REAR END COLLISION. MY GAS TANK IS IN THE REAR OF THE JEEP AND IF HIT IN THE BACK WOULD BE THE FIRST THING TO IMPACT. IT LOOKS THE SAME AS THE JEEPS THAT HAVE BEEN RECALLED. BUT I DON'T SEE A RECALL.
ENGINE
Feb 27, 2016
Incident date: Feb 25, 2016
I TOOK MY VEHICLE INTO LARSON JEEP DODGE IN PUYALLUP, WA TO HAVE TWO RECALLS PREFORMED. ONE OF THE OPEN RECALL CAMPAIGNS ARE RECALL F25. THIS RECALL INVOLVES REPLACING THE ELECTRIC COOLING FAN. IF NOT REPLACED IT COULD SEPARATE CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE RADIATOR, ENGINE, OR BODILY INJURY. I PICKED UP MY... Read more
SEATS
Dec 4, 2015
Incident date: May 13, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVERS SIDE AND THE FRONT PASSENGERS SIDE SEATS ELECTRIC HEATER ELEMENT FAILED AND OVER HEATED. THE CONTACT TURNED THE FEATURE OFF DUE TO THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE BUT INDICATED THAT THE VEH... Read more
STEERING
Dec 2, 2015
Incident date: Oct 15, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND REQUIRED EXCESSIVE FORCE IN ORDER TO STEER THE VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A TREE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES REPORTED... Read more
Crash
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Nov 20, 2015
Incident date: Nov 20, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEATED SEATS SEIZED TO FUNCTION WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE HEATING ELEMENTS MALFUNCTIONED AND RECOMMENDED THAT THE ELEMENTS BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MAD... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 4, 2015
Incident date: Sep 2, 2015
WHAT IS GOING WITH THE RECALL. HAD AN APPOINTMENT TO TAKE MINE JEEP IN IN SEPT. WHEN I GOT THERE THEY DID NOT HAVE THE HITCH TO GO ON THE BUMPER. I HAVEN'T HEARD FROM THEM. AND I DID NOT GET MY 100.00 GIFT CARD. I DID TAKE IT IN FOR THE INSPECTION AND THE LETTER I GOT SAID I WOULD GET IT THEN.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 8, 2015
Incident date: Oct 6, 2015
I AM EXTREMELY CONCERNED ABOUT MY INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE PROBLEM IS THE VEHCILE IS HAVING ODD INTERMINENT ISSUES WITH THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE GAS LIGHT, THE TACHOMETER, THE SPEEDOMETER WILL STOP WORKING. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS WILL COME ON. THE WINDOWS WILL STOP WORKING, ETC. THIS POSES A DANGER SIN... Read more
AIR BAGS
Sep 26, 2015
Incident date: Mar 1, 2015
THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON INTERMITTENTLY. IT DID THAT ABOUT EVER FIVE MINUTES. IT HAS DONE THAT SINCE THAT DATE. I TOOK IT TO THE FARICY BOYS JEEP DEALER IN COLORADO SPRINGS, THEY STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WAS NOT WORKING. I ASKED IF THIS WAS A SAFETY ITEM TO BE PAID FOR BY THE MANUFACTURE. HE... Read more
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Technical Service Bulletins, 2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
85 manufacturer communications from 73 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 9 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 9 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 7 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 6 |
| 106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY | 5 |
| 210000 TRAILER HITCHES | 4 |
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 4 |
| 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 4 |
9004275
Jul 22, 2020
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehi
9004275
Jul 22, 2020
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehi
23-015-20
Apr 30, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
23-015-20
Apr 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
08-049-20
Apr 22, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
08-049-20
Apr 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
31-006-19
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
31-003-19
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
31-005-19
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-005-19
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100619
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100619
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100519
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100319
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
R2118796A
Feb 26, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
N47
Sep 1, 2015
210000 TRAILER HITCHES
The aftermarket trailer hitch on about 1,443,000 of the above vehicles may adversely affect the rear structure performance during certain low speed rear collisions. Vehicles equipped with a trailer hitch must be inspected and replaced if r
N47
Sep 1, 2015
160000 STRUCTURE
The aftermarket trailer hitch on about 1,443,000 of the above vehicles may adversely affect the rear structure performance during certain low speed rear collisions. Vehicles equipped with a trailer hitch must be inspected and replaced if r
SB-N47
Sep 1, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
1999-2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE REAR STRUCTURE PERFORMANCE MAY BE ADVERSELY AFFECTED DURING CERTAIN LOW SPEED REAR COLLISIONS ON AFTERMARKET TRAILER HITCH *CN
9002849
Sep 3, 2014
160000 STRUCTURE
Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement
9002849
Sep 3, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement
9002849
Sep 3, 2014
160000 STRUCTURE
Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacemen
9002849
Sep 3, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacemen
9002901
Jan 30, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
Part Description: Seal - Shift Shaft on RFE transmissions Issue Description: This seal (04799346) is replaceable with Seal Kit (68235551AA), which includes a seal and retainer. The Seal Kit is applicable to all (5)45RFE transmissions.
N47062013
Jun 20, 2013
210000 TRAILER HITCHES
New CSN Advanced Communication ? N47062013 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a Customer Satisfaction Notification (CSN) on 1999 through 2004 Jeep? Grand Cherokee vehicles. Chrysler intends to inspect and, if necessary, replace after
N47062013
Jun 20, 2013
210000 TRAILER HITCHES
Chrysler intends to inspect and, if necessary, replace aftermarket trailer hitches to ensure that any sharp edges or other puncture risks from the aftermarket mounting hardware are removed, free of charge (parts and labor). The parts requir
N47062013
Jun 20, 2013
210000 TRAILER HITCHES
Chrysler intends to inspect and, if necessary, replace aftermarket trailer hitches to ensure that any sharp edges or other puncture risks from the aftermarket mounting hardware are removed, free of charge (parts and labor). The parts requir
9002519
Mar 20, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc
0803006
Aug 25, 2006
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *KB
2100903
Oct 2, 2005
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TEARDOWN PROCEDURE. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 RAM TRUCK, DURANGO, SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, CHEROKEE, VISION, NEON, AND VOYAGER. *TT *SC
2101505
Sep 1, 2005
100000 POWER TRAIN
45RFE/545RFE TRANS - DELAYED ENGAGEMENT DUE TO COOLER RETURN FILTER REPLACEMENT. *SC
2401305
Aug 4, 2005
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COOLING COIL ODOR. *TT
0801505
Mar 2, 2005
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *SC
0200102
Aug 20, 2004
021520 SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT
SPECIAL BALL JOINT, ALLOWS ADJUSTMENT TO CASTER AND CAMBER ANGLES. *SLC THIS BULLETIN REPLACES 02-001-02 DATED 06/10/02. ALSO TO INCLUDE 2005 JEEP WRANGLER. *TT
0200204
May 25, 2004
020000 SUSPENSION
A SQUEAK OR SQUAWK-LIKE SOUND MAY BE PRESENT IN THE FRONT OR REAR SUSPENSION. *TT
2300904
Mar 9, 2004
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
POPPING OR CLICKING-LIKE SOUND IN AREA OF FRONT SEAT FRAME. *TT
2400104
Jan 20, 2004
138120 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
NEW HVAC SUB-ASSEMBLY REPLACES BLEND OR RECIRC DOOR COMPONENTS. *TT
1803103
Sep 5, 2003
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
4.0L ROUGH ENGINE IDLE AFTER RESTART FOLLOWING A HOT SOAK. *TT
1900303
Aug 29, 2003
010000 STEERING
POP/TICK SOUND IN STEERING WHEEL AREA. *TT
0300203
Aug 29, 2003
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
FLUID WEEPAGE PAST REAR AXLE VENT LINE JIGGLE CAP. *TT
0900303
Aug 1, 2003
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
4.0L MULTIPLE CYLINDER MISFIRE. *TT
2301503
Jun 6, 2003
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
WIND-LIKE SOUND AT TOP REAR CORNER OF FRONT DOOR. *TT
0801103
Apr 25, 2003
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) FOB ONLY OPERATES AT CLOSE RANGE ON DRIVER SIDE OF VEHICLE. *TT
07
Feb 1, 2003
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
RECOMMENDED STEPS TO CONFIRM THE SAFE AND PROPER ENGAGEMENT OF THE PARK POSITION ON THE VEHICLE'S AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. *TT
0500302B
Dec 16, 2002
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
FRONT BRAKE PULSATION DURING LIGHT TO MODERATE BRAKE APPLICATION. *TT
0300302A
Oct 28, 2002
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF A HIGH-PITCHED REAR AXLE WHINE SOUND COMING FROM REAR OF VEHICLE. *TT
02013
Aug 13, 2002
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF AN INTERMITTENT CONDITION WHERE THE PANIC ALARM FOR THE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) SYSTEM TRIGGERS WITHOUT ANY CUSTOMER INTENT TO TRIGGER THE ALARM. *TT
0300302
Aug 12, 2002
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF A HIGH-PITCHED SOUND COMING FROM THE REAR AXLE OF THE VEHICLE BETWEEN 55 AND 70 MPH (88-112 KPH). *TT
2100202
Jul 8, 2002
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SUBJECT REGARDING REVISION IN DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES AND LABOR OPERATION TIMES FOR RE TRANSMISSIONS. *TT
1802002
Jun 24, 2002
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC
0500302A
Jun 10, 2002
034500 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT BRAKE PULSATION DURING LIGHT TO MODERATE BRAKE APPLICATION. *SLC
1900502
May 20, 2002
010000 STEERING
SUBJECT REGARDING STEERING HONK ON 4.0 L AND 4.7 L LHD GRANE CHEROKEE VEHICLES. *SLC
2302002
May 20, 2002
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
NEW REPAIR PROCEDURES WITH SEPARATE LIFTGATE LATCH MOTOR AND COMPONENTS. *SLC
0500302
May 13, 2002
034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT BRAKE PULSATION DURING LIGHT TO MODERATE BRAKE APPLICATION. *SLC
2301502
Apr 1, 2002
135200 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
SUBJECT REGARDING OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT. *SLC
0800702
Mar 25, 2002
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *SLC
2200102
Mar 11, 2002
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
CHROME WHEEL CARE. *SLC
0800401B
Dec 20, 2001
221700 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
ON SOME VEHICLES THE HEATED SEAT MAY BE INOPERATIVE DUE TO AN OPEN CIRCUIT IN THE SEAT CUSHION HEATING ELEMENT. *TT
1900801
Nov 23, 2001
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
EXPERIENCING A POP/TICK SOUND HEARD COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL AREA WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. *TT
0800401A
Nov 16, 2001
221700 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
A CONDITION MAY EXIST WHERE THE HEATED SEAT MAY BE INOPERATIVE DUE TO AN OPEN CIRCUIT IN THE SEAT CUSHION HEATING ELEMENT. *TT
1802501
Oct 15, 2001
100000 POWER TRAIN
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARSH 2-3, 4-5, AND 5-4 UPSHIFTS CAUSING A POWERTRAIN CLUNK OR SHUDDER WHEN ACCELERATING. *TT
2302701
Sep 21, 2001
135200 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
SUBJECT REGARDING OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT. *TT
1802101
Sep 17, 2001
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
INFORMATION REGARDING ENGINE PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENTS.*SLC
1802101A
Sep 17, 2001
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SUBJECT REGARDING 4.7L ENGINE PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENTS. *TT
0300101A
Sep 14, 2001
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE A POWERTRAIN RELATED SOUND WHICH MAY BE DESCRIBED AS FRONT AXLE WHINE. *TT
0500501A
Sep 14, 2001
034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
EXPERIENCING BRAKE ROUGHNESS OR PEDAL PULSATION WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. *TT
1900301REVA
Aug 24, 2001
015000 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HONK-LIKE SOUND WHEN MAKING RIGHT TURNS.*SLC
0500501
Aug 10, 2001
034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
CUSTOMER MAY EXPERIENCE A VIBRATION OF THE STEERING WHEEL, FLOOR, SEAT, INSTRUMENT PANEL, OR A MINOR PEDAL PULSATION (BRAKE ROUGHNESS) UNDER LIGHT TO MODERATE PEDAL APPLICATION. *SLC
2100801
Aug 3, 2001
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES GEARTRAIN SOUND ENTERING PASSENGER COMPARTMENT.*SLC
01011
Jun 22, 2001
185000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
ADVANCE SERVICE INFORMATION REGARDING ROUGH IDLE AFTER EXTENDED STORAGE. *TT
1900401
Jun 15, 2001
010000 STEERING
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HONKING SOUND COMING FROM THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM, OCCURING DURING RIGHT HAND SLOW SPEED TURNS, SUCH AS PARKING MANEUVERS. *TT
0801001
May 25, 2001
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG / CLOCK SPRING SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2002 MODEL YEAR JEEP LIBERTY. *TT
1801201
May 25, 2001
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUBJECT REGARDING GENERIC SCAN TOOL (GST), PUBLICATION NO. 81-170-00008 PROVIDED WITH THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TO PROVIDE REFERENCE INFORMATION WHEN USING GENERIC SCAN TOOL ON OBDII VEHICLES. *TT
2400701
May 18, 2001
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
A CUSTOMER MAY EXPERIENCE COLER OR WARMER THAN DESIRED AIR TEMPERATURES COMING FROM THE VEHICLE HVAC SYSTEM VENTS. THIS CHANGE IN AIR TEMPERATURE MAY OCCUR GRADUALLY OVER TIME AND ONLY ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE AUTOMATIC ZONE CONTROL
2500401
May 11, 2001
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING ADDITIONAL DIAGNOSTIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES CAUSED BY AN EVAPORATIVE SYSTEM LEAK. *TT
0900301
May 4, 2001
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
THIS BULLETIN REINFORCES A REQUIREMENT TO CEASE THE CURRENT PRACTICE OF USING SUPPLEMENTAL OIL ADDITIVE TREATMENTS IN ALL DAIMLERCHRYSLER ENGINES. *TT
0900301
May 4, 2001
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
THIS BULLETIN REINFORCES A REQUIREMENT TO CEASE THE CURRENT PRACTICE OF USING SUPPLEMENTAL OIL ADDITIVE TREATMENTS IN ALL DIAMLER CHRYSLER ENGINES. *TT
2100601
Mar 16, 2001
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE ATF+4. *TT *MJ
2300301
Feb 2, 2001
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
THIS BULLETIN STATES THAT ALL FACTORY INSTALLED EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS A SUNROOF, MEET THE UPPER INTERIOR HEAD PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 201. *TT
0800600REV
Dec 29, 2000
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING WIRE SPLICE REPAIRS. *SB
0803800
Dec 8, 2000
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING SAFETY SYSTEMS - VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / REPAIR. *TT
0803600
Nov 17, 2000
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING CIRCUITS EFFECTED BY IGNITION OFF DRAW (IOD) FUSE. *TT
00065
Nov 15, 2000
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
ADVANCE SERVICE INFORMATION ON THE REAR AXLE MISSING LIMITED SLIP ADDITIVE. *TT
0803300
Nov 3, 2000
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FAULT CODE IN THE RADIO WHEN PERFORMING DIAGNOSTIC USING THE DRB III. THE CODE READS COLD CD. THE FAULT CODE IS NOT DISPLAYED TO THE CUSTOMER AND IS ONLY DISPLAYED WHEN PERFORMING DIAGNOSTICS.
2304100
Nov 3, 2000
354300 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK
INFORMATION ON THE OPTIMUM ROOF RACK POSITION. *TT
082700
Sep 29, 2000
140000 AIR BAGS
SUBJECT REGARDING NON-DEPLOYED AIRBAG HANDLING PROCEDURES. *TT
NHTSA Safety Investigations, JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
RQ25005
Opened: Dec 11, 2025
Recall 23V-413 Post Remedy Failures
On June 8, 2023, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles US, LLC (FCA) filed Safety Recall 23V-413 affecting certain 2022–2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee and2021–2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles to address rear coil springs that may not have been properly installed during vehicle production. An improperly install... Read more
PE15021
Opened: Jun 1, 2015 , Closed: Sep 28, 2016
False Positive Automated Braking
On June 1, 2015, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE15-021 to investigate 9 complaints alleging incidents of unintended braking in model year (MY) 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles, including 2 alleging incidents of full ABS braking.ODI expanded the scope to in... Read more
RQ14001
Opened: May 29, 2014 , Closed: Nov 13, 2015
Jeep inadvertent air bag deployment
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened an investigation based on consumer allegations of inadvertent air bag deployments (IABD) occurring after the recall remedy for NHTSA recall 12V-527 had been installed on recalled model year (MY ) 2002-2003 Jeep Liberty and MY 2002-2004 Jeep Grand Cher... Read more
PE12020
Opened: Jul 19, 2012 , Closed: Dec 7, 2012
Power steering hose failure
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) analyzed complaint data provided by Chrysler as well as complaints submitted to ODI from consumers. ODI's analysis identified a total of 24 unique reports indicating power steering hose blow-offs resulting from a dislodged power steering cooler turbulator fi... Read more
PE10031
Opened: Aug 23, 2010 , Closed: Jun 14, 2012
Crash Related Fuel Tank Fires
NHTSA has conducted extensive analysis of the data regarding fuel tank integrity for the model year (MY) 1993-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (JGC). As a result of that work, the agency has decided to upgrade its safety defect investigation to an Engineering Analysis and to expand the scope of vehicles inc... Read more
DP09005
Opened: Nov 6, 2009 , Closed: Aug 23, 2010
Fuel Storage System Crash Related Fires
In a letter dated October 2, 2009, the Center for Auto Safety (CAS) petitioned NHTSA to open a defect investigation and recall model year 1993-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokees.CAS alleged that the subject vehicles have defective fuel tank storage systems that present a fire hazard in crashes. CAS alleged t... Read more
EA05020
Opened: Nov 14, 2005 , Closed: Sep 12, 2006
FAN BLADE FAILURE (ENGINE COOLING FAN)
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION (DCC) HAS NOTIFIED THE AGENCY THAT IT WILL CONDUCT A SAFETY RECALL (06V199) OF CERTAIN JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE VEHICLES TO REPLACE THE ENGINE'S ELECTRIC MOTOR DRIVEN COOLING FAN. THE 182,875 VEHICLES INCLUDED IN THE RECALL ARE MODEL YEAR (MY) 2002 EQUIPPED WITH 4.0 LITER (SIX... Read more
PE05039
Opened: Jul 13, 2005 , Closed: Nov 14, 2005
ENGINE COOLING FAN BLADE FAILURE
THIS INVESTIGATION WAS OPENED ON JULY 13, 2005, BASED ON FOUR ODI CONSUMER REPORTS.ODI CONTACTED ALL OF THOSE COMPLAINANTS AND EACH OF THEM REPORTED THAT PIECES OF THE BROKEN FAN BLADE HAD DAMAGED THE RADIATOR AND PENETRATED THROUGH THE PROTECTIVE FAN SHROUD.SINCE OPENING THE INVESTIGATION, ODI HAS ... Read more
EA02029
Opened: Oct 16, 2002 , Closed: Feb 10, 2004
HOOD LATCH FAILURE
ODI OPENED EA02-029 TO DETERMINE WHETHER A SAFETY-RELATED DEFECT TREND EXISTED IN THE MY 1997 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLIES.DURING EA02-029, THERE WAS NO SPECIFIC FAILURE MECHANISM IDENTIFIED THAT COULD DIFFERENTIATE THE MY 1997 VEHICLES FROM OTHER VEHICLES CONTAINING THIS SAME HOOD LATC... Read more
PE02045
Opened: May 17, 2002 , Closed: Oct 16, 2002
HOOD LATCH
There is no summary currently available
EA01017
Opened: Nov 1, 2001 , Closed: Dec 18, 2002
ROLL-AWAY IN REVERSE WHEN PARKED
DAIMLERCHRYSLER HAS RECALLED THE ZJ MODELS TO INCORPORATE A SECONDARY DETENT SPRING INTO THE SHIFTER.EVEN THOUGH THE WJ 6 CYL. VEHICLES USE THE SAME MANUAL DETENT LEVER THAT AS THE VEHICLES IN THE RECALL POPULATION, ODI BELIEVES THAT THE WJ REDESIGNED SHIFTER, WHICH IMPROVES FLOOR SHIFTER FUNCTIONAL... Read more
PE01021
Opened: Jun 28, 2001 , Closed: Nov 1, 2001
INADVERTENT ROLLAWAY IN REVERSE PARK
DP97004
Opened: Oct 1, 1997 , Closed: Jan 20, 1998
VISCOUS COUPLING FAILURE
ALLEGED THAT THE VISCOUS COUPLING IN THE TRANSFER CASE OF HIS 1993 GRAND CHEROKEE VEHICLE FAILED WHICH AFFECTED STEERING, BRAKING AND STARTING OF THE VEHICLE.
EA94016
Opened: May 26, 1994 , Closed: May 26, 1995
QCK-CONNECT FUEL LINE FAIL
There is no summary currently available
EA94003
Opened: Jan 31, 1994 , Closed: Jan 18, 1995
FUEL TANK LEAKAGE
There is no summary currently available
PE94002
Opened: Jan 13, 1994 , Closed: May 26, 1994
QUICK-CONNECT FUEL LINE FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
PE93091
Opened: Oct 13, 1993 , Closed: Jan 25, 1994
STEERING SHAFT FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
PE93077
Opened: Sep 14, 1993 , Closed: Jan 31, 1994
FUEL TANK LEAKAGE
There is no summary currently available
PE93017
Opened: Mar 16, 1993 , Closed: Apr 28, 1993
REAR LIFTGATE LATCH
There is no summary currently available
JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE across all model years (1993, 2026).
326
Total Recalls
40,113
Total Complaints
19
Investigations
2,820
Reported Crashes
845
Reported Fires
85
Reported Deaths
JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 23 | View |
| 2025 | 3 | 136 | View |
| 2024 | 15 | 439 | View |
| 2023 | 20 | 681 | View |
| 2022 | 12 | 482 | View |
| 2021 | 12 | 670 | View |
| 2020 | 3 | 363 | View |
| 2019 | 7 | 544 | View |
| 2018 | 11 | 1,223 | View |
| 2017 | 6 | 566 | View |
| 2016 | 9 | 440 | View |
| 2015 | 10 | 1,768 | View |
| 2014 | 19 | 3,405 | View |
| 2013 | 10 | 1,117 | View |
| 2012 | 11 | 2,329 | View |
| 2011 | 6 | 2,425 | View |
| 2010 | 5 | 171 | View |
| 2009 | 3 | 195 | View |
| 2008 | 5 | 990 | View |
| 2007 | 7 | 1,478 | View |
| 2006 | 6 | 1,754 | View |
| 2005 | 5 | 2,733 | View |
| 2004 | 14 | 1,572 | View |
| 2003 | 10 | 890 | View |
| 2002 | 16 | 1,771 | View |
| 2001 (current) | 10 | 1,128 | |
| 2000 | 12 | 1,855 | View |
| 1999 | 10 | 2,319 | View |
| 1998 | 10 | 1,349 | View |
| 1997 | 11 | 1,433 | View |
| 1996 | 12 | 1,250 | View |
| 1995 | 11 | 983 | View |
| 1994 | 8 | 775 | View |
| 1993 | 12 | 784 | View |
| 1992 | 0 | 4 | View |
| 1991 | 0 | 7 | View |
| 1990 | 0 | 5 | View |
| 1989 | 0 | 7 | View |