Jeep Grand Cherokee Complaints

29,433 consumer complaints on file.

#11590700May 25, 2024
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
While making a protected left turn at a traffic control signal, with oncoming traffic also turning left at the same time, the automatic emergency braking engaged. I was unable to override the AEB, and the vehicle came to a sudden, complete stop halfway through the turn. The vehicle behind almost impacted my vehicle due to the erroneous braking.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11590721May 25, 2024
SEATS, AIR BAGS
The advanced headrest deployed on the passenger side without cause. I was getting into the drivers side. It was in our driveway.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11590616May 24, 2024
ENGINE
Jeep would not start. No warning lights. Towed to the mechanic. Mechanic said starter needed to be replaced. Once the starter was replaced the mechanic noted whitish smoke from exhaust when starting the Jeep. Further diagnosis he determined the Jeep needed a head gasket replacement. As other Jeep owners have stated this came with no warning. This is a safety issue in part because the vehicle is unable to start leaving the drivers potentially started in unsafe conditions. Jeep needs to post a recall for this issue. Please advise next steps?
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11590282May 23, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Today after I parked my 2019 jeep grand Cherokee and locked it I noticed my brake lights stayed illuminated. I got back in my car and confirmed that I was in park and my parking brake was on and my brake pedal did not feel stuck down in any way. I also tried turning my headlamps from auto to off. That didn’t resolve my brake light issue. I restarted it and put it in gear and drove a little and my fiancé confirmed from outside the car that even when in drive and moving without my foot on brake my brake lights stayed on. I got out and locked it again and then tried my remote start which did not function. I then decided to try drive around a little more and see if it would reset itself. Nothing changed with driving. Then after driving around I tried turning off my park sense button and the brake light went off and back to normal. Once i was parked again I retried the remote start and it worked. When I looked up this issue it sounded like symptoms of recall z48 which was repaired June 29, 2022 by my dealer. Tomorrow I will see if it happens again and if it will start and shift without brake pedal pressed as that is also related to recall z48. Could the repair for recall z48 have failed or was not done properly by my dealer? Just for reference my jeep only has 11,000 miles on it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11590370May 23, 2024
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's headrest fractured. The contact stated that when the failure occurred, the contact suffered a hard impact to the back of the head. No medical treatment was administered. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with failed plastic clips within the headrest. The contact was informed that the driver's headrest needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 89,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11590467May 23, 2024
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware of an unknown liquid on the ground. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed. The contact was informed that coolant was leaking into the engine. The contact was informed that the water pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 82,000. The VIN was not provided.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11590135May 22, 2024
ENGINE
Crankshaft positioning sensor I’m sure my jeep falls into the recall I purchased it in march 24 and as soon as I drove off the lot with it the light came on got home scanned to find the cause and it’s the crankshaft sensor
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11590163May 22, 2024
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Misfiring. Can't seem to get the check engine light off. Vehicle is too new to be having these sorts of issues. Diagnostic reader says 3rd cylinder misfire.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11590264May 22, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
Since purchase, I have had problems with the U Connect system, which at times renders all communication and some luxury items to be inoperable 1 week ago, car completely had both batteries drain spontaneously . Dealer replaced both batteries with no further explanation. On 5/21, on highway trip, warning lights came on, lane assist, blind spot, ABS stopped working. A/c was blowing hard, but could not adjust. Windows would not open. Hatch would not open, back doors would not open , door lock/ unlock did not work. Could only use handle on inside to open car. Could not adjust side mirrors. Promptly rerouted my day trip back home via side roads and not expressway due to uncertainty of safety. Drove it right to dealer and left the car running while checking in. Car starting flashing lights while service writer was checking car in. Then all lights- headlights and tail lights went dark without touching car. Engine still running. Car is not safe or reliable to drive. Had 12,400 miles and have owned it 18 months. Mostly highway driven by retired couple. 5 th service of electrical issues since purchase. It has been kept multiple days each time.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11590068May 22, 2024
SUSPENSION, STEERING
The contact's wife owns a 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact's wife received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V132000 (Suspension, Steering) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue but stated that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11589954May 21, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I currently own 3 of the same vehicles myself, my husband and my son. Each of the vehicles have been experiencing electrical issues. I have taken all of the vehicles at some point back to the mechanic for repairs for this issue. It was only a temporary fix. Here are examples of some of the electrical issues. The blinkers and break lights may go out and not work while we are driving and some days they work just fine. But it has now become a safety hazard because we never know when they will work and are afraid to be hit by another car from the rear. Another example is when I am driving down the street all of the sudden the windows will automatically roll down by themselves. These issues have put all of our safety at risk, especially while we are driving in high traffic areas such as Atlanta, Georgia. The problem was acessed by our auto mechanic on all three (3) vehicles. They are are 1999-2000, 2001 & 2002 Grand Cherokee one of the vehicles is a limited edition. There are no warning signs or symptoms and the check engine light is not on any of the vehicles.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11589964May 21, 2024
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds and towing a boat and a trailer, the vehicle started losing motive power. The contact became aware that the fuel economy was incorrect. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Several dealers were contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 69,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11589686May 20, 2024
ENGINE
While driving home yesterday, the High Engine Temp alarm came on. This was just north of Virginia City, NV. I pulled the vehicle over and immediately smelled hot coolant when I exited the vehicle. I lifted the hood, and there was no coolant in the reservoir. I left the hood open and latched with the safety catch while I returned to Virginia City to the local market. The trip was mostly down hill so little excess strain was put on the engine. I bought some coolant and tried to refill the system. While I was doing this with the engine running, my son looked underneath and saw coolant streaming to the ground underneath the vehicle. We called AAA for a tow to get the Jeep to the dealership where I bought it yesterday eveing. I called and spoke to the Service Tech explaining my Jeep was at the dealership and why. I subsequently received a phone call from the Tech. He explained the water pump had "exploded." He informed me they did not have the part but could get one tomorrow morning and have my Jeep ready for tomorrow afternoon. He also stated he nor the mechanic had ever seen anything like this. This is the second incident report I have made on this vehicle for parts failing that no one had ever seen fail before. The first was for a rear brake caliper taht broke at the mount. I bought this vehicle last September new. I am concerned this is only the beginning of significant issues this make and model will experience.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11589721May 20, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Screen delamination
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11589624May 20, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The sunroof glass above the driver/front passenger seats suddenly exploded/shattered while driving on a highway at about 55 mph, for no apparent reason. The sunroof was closed at the time, same as the sun shade underneath it and it was not operated either.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11589281May 17, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On [XXX], at approximately 9:30AM, I was driving my daughter’s 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L (VIN: [XXX]) to my home to detail it for her. After turning onto [XXX] from [XXX], Spring Branch, TX, the digital screens in front of the driver and in the center console turned off and went blank. Approximately 3-5 seconds later, the screens turned on, but then they went blank again after about 5 seconds. At this time, the engine felt as though it was stumbling as though it was running out of fuel. I then began to smell what smelled like melting plastic and then I saw dark colored smoke beginning to come out from under the center console on the right side of the vehicle. I slowed down and looked for a safe place to pull the car off of the road. The entire scenario appeared to have lasted 1-2 minutes, but I really don’t know exactly how long it was before I was able to exit the vehicle. In order to see where I was going, I rolled down the front windows and as soon as I did so, I saw flames appearing from underneath the center console on the right side of the vehicle. I was able to stop the vehicle on the right shoulder of the road and then I placed the vehicle in park and I exited the vehicle. I moved away from the vehicle and called 9-1-1. Bulverde – Spring Branch Fire & EMS and Comal County Sheriff’s Department arrived several minutes later and when they arrived, the vehicle was fully engulfed in flames. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11589252May 17, 2024
SUSPENSION, STEERING
The contact leased a 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V132000 (Suspension, Steering) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11589097May 16, 2024
SUSPENSION
My vehicle has an open recall (NHTSA Recall Number24V-132) which the car manufacturer has failed to remedy. I contacted them 2 times and each time they told me that part is unavailable and will contact me when ready. The first contact was March 22, 2024 when I took the vehicle for another recall. I have yet to hear from them.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11588961May 15, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
There’s a recall on jeep that causes the jeep to stall while driving which could result in a crash or injury . There’s no recall on my jeep though and it’s doing exactly what the recall is for the other jeeps . I’ve taken it too three different spots including jeep and they don’t know what’s wrong with it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11588809May 14, 2024
AIR BAGS
Unknown--I wonder if the air bag will still work like this. The cover seems to be shrinking/glue not holding. Pictures attached.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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