Jeep Grand Cherokee Complaints

29,433 consumer complaints on file.

#11574683February 29, 2024
WHEELS
Tire pressure monitoring system failure multiple times a week. I've taken it into the service department several times and they can't seem to find a fix. Every time I get the alarm on my car, I have to get out, check all the tires to make sure I can drive safely. My sister in law has the same car and they are getting these alarms too. Jeep needs to get a fix for this asap.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11574396February 28, 2024
ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, POWER TRAIN
This report involves a vehicle that was leased new from a dealership less a week ago. This vehicle has barely 200 miles on the odometer. While driving in electric mode, the engine completely shut off. The car shifted into park in the middle of traffic. I couldn’t shift it out of park — not even into neutral to push the car off the street. The screen was telling me to press the brake and the start button, as if I was starting the engine. But doing those things did nothing. I couldn’t start the engine, and I also couldn’t turn the car off. The infotainment system was still running. Eventually, the passenger opened the door, which caused the car to turn off. From there I was able to restart the engine. I then drove home in hybrid/gas mode. The check engine light was on the entire ride back, and it remains on the next day. One other thing. In the few days I’ve had this car, there have already been 5 or 6 times where electric mode shuts off while I’m driving, even if I still have battery left, and the car shifts into hybrid/gas mode. A message will appear telling me that electric mode is temporarily unavailable. When that happens, I have to wait several minutes to try to put electric mode back on, otherwise it won’t work.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11574483February 28, 2024
POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Last night, an incident occurred, which was previously reported to NHTSA. This morning, while driving to the dealership to address that incident, the vehicle's engine turned off while driving in hybrid/gas mode. The "D" was blinking on both the shifter and on the driver information panel. I was able to turn the shifter knob to put the vehicle into neutral, reverse, and park, but there was no change in vehicle behavior. Putting the shifter back in drive did nothing, and the car remained inoperable. All the while, the infotainment system remained on. Eventually I was able to restart the engine and drive. During the resulting drive to the dealership, which was done in hybrid/gas mode, the vehicle would not accelerate past 29 mph. The engine would sound normal until reaching approximately 28 mph, at which point it sounded like the engine was cutting off, and then acceleration would cease at 29 mph no matter how much the gas pedal was pressed. The vehicle was taken to the dealership. I have been informed that they are looking into the source of the various problems reported here and in a previous report. I was informed that a diagnostic test revealed nearly 50 error codes. Several photos and videos were recorded.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11574558February 28, 2024
ENGINE
While at the dealer to have a lightbulb changed, I was told that I needed to have my oil adapter changed. My jeep only has 33,750 miles on it and has only been serviced by the jeep dealer. While I was there there were 2 other jeeps in with the same problem. Also, my brother-in-law's brother (who lives in another state) also had to have his oil adapter replaced on his jeep grand cherokee. Does jeep have a defective part installed in the grand cherokees? If not, I find it odd that so many people (that I do not know personally) have had to have the same part replaced on their jeep grand cherokees.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11574594February 28, 2024
SUSPENSION, STEERING
The front right suspension makes weird noises when going over bumps and when turning. The noises can be described as if there is something loose moving in the front suspension. It is very noticeable when you turn and go over a bump. You can also hear it when going over road imperfections. The vehicle vibrates at certain speeds. This might be caused by this suspension issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11574586February 28, 2024
SEAT BELTS
Passenger seatbelt does not retract nor does it have tension. If in a wreck it would not function properly.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11574359February 27, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
New vehicle within 30 days of purchase date. Vehicle had just turned a corner and went a few more feet driving approximately 5 mph on a flat asphalt RD. The rear end suddenly shook violently, making loud clunking noises and shut off. Vehicle put itself into park. Tried to restart the car and it would only flash all the warning lights. Tow truck took it to Landmark Dodge Jeep in Independence, MO. The shop determined right rear rotor broke in half, and caliper broke off. The rotor breaking cracked inside of wheel. No damage to wheel well, fender, under carriage or body of auto in any way. Turned in the issue to Jeep as defective. They refused to fix it stating turn it into auto insurance. We refused to turn into insurance as it is defective parts. We asked Jeep for a black box report. Jeep refused to run it, so we hired a forensic company to take the black box reading which confirms no possible collision incident. Both black box report specialist and Landmark repair technicians note defective parts are a serious concern on this auto. This could be a larger issue for Jeep. If rotor had broken at a higher speed would have been very serious situation. We are concerned that other 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee owners could be at risk. Jeep has still not responded to our escalation request. They keep advising someone will call us, but it has been over 45 days with no assistance from Jeep in any way. Car is still sitting unrepaired awaiting Jeep Wave escalation to contact us. We do not know if this situation is solely related to the rotor as it could be a larger issue with the vehicle traction control or drive line. We can provide the Semke Forensic Investigative Report findings done by a licensed Senior Mechanical Engineer with NHTSA but ask NHTSA to independently investigate. This is a serious safety concern. Jeep has completely failed to respond or protect us as customers.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11574371February 27, 2024
POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Driving on highway 290 West near Waller. At 75mph I attempted to pass slower traffic by accelerating after moving into the farthest left (passing) lane when my Jeep lost power. Had to maneuver while coasting between traffic in lanes (frogger anyone?) to farthest right lane by coasting through to an exit by chance. Would not restart while coasting. Traffic line formed behind me for those also seeking same exit I needed at the last second. I was unable to fully move into shoulder because of debris seen and fear of damage to tires. After coasting to a full stop a quarter mile from Love's Truckstop, put vehicle in park, and was able to restart after hesitation. Engine light on with my reader stating "confirmed" codes P0336, U1401; and a "pending" code of P05ED. Now takes 3-5 seconds to start when used to be "instantly." In a nutshell, this was not fun. :| Note to manufacturer , please stop skimping out on quality.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11574155February 27, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STEERING, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I went to turn on my Jeep Grand Cherokee L and received a "service power steering error message". I turned off the car, and when I went to turn it back on the reverse detection warning went off, the odometer consistently blinked and the service engine light came on. I was unable to reverse the car or drive the car forward and required it to be towed. I had two small kids in the car without power steering so significantly at risk. The vehicle is enroute to the local Jeep dealer and there were no warning signs or issues with the car prior.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11574132February 26, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Upon acceleration, the dash lights flicker or fully goes out for a few seconds, passenger side window constantly rolls down on its own, sunroof will not close fully if in an open position, car horn becomes very faint. Had car checked & explanation from the professional to all this, is that it could be the fuse box or alternator. Fuse box has been replaced, yet problem is still occurring. Alternator will be next & hopefully it fixes this problem as it is a hazard especially while carrying children in the vehicle.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11573849February 25, 2024
EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE
Vehicle lost power on multiple occasions where it could not be operated or jump started to get moving. Odometer blinking/blind spot indicators staying illuminated/rear back-up camera fault reading "system unavailable" Brake pedal kicking back when trying to start the Jeep. Gear shifter moving when vehicle is dead. Dealer is working on vehicle again and I have been without it for a total of approximately 24 days since I purchased in November 2023.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11573743February 24, 2024
ENGINE
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee stalled while driving. While slowing down to make a turn, engine stalled out. Power steering and power brake disappeared. If someone was at the light while I was turning, they would have been hit. The first time (known) - was two days ago, with mileage approx 110,000. The second time was this morning, while at a stop. On checking online, this has been reported by other owners of the same make and model. This is a safety hazzard and should be a repairable manufacture recall. Fortunately it hasn't resulted in an accident - yet - with this vehicle.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11573770February 24, 2024
ENGINE
The car down shifts while apply light pressure to the gas pedal mostly on an incline there is a slight clunk and the engine shuts off. This mostly happens at 70 MPH on the highway from 8th gear to 7th gear but has happened in lower gears as well. The power to the engine is cut. Everything else works no lights flash just no power to the motor. I have to pull over put the car in park and restart and the car drives normal again. This happens about once per month but I baby the car so it could occur more often if I push the engine more. A great example is if I am behind someone about 50 mph and coasting then I press on the gas pedal to pass them the car seems like it will gasp for fuel then clunk and the engine shuts off. This has been going on for several year now and no one has an answer. The dealership said once there were no codes, another time they said the oil pressure switch is bad. The car now has 172,000 miles on it however this has been happening when the car had under 140,000 miles on it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11573712February 23, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, STEERING
Brand new car. Driven 600 miles. After shopping at Costco I get to the car and it is completely dead. Will not turn on and every single code possible popped on the screen. Luckily I wasn’t with my kids or out of town or this could’ve been a nightmare. How can this happen with a brand new car? Makes me afraid of what may happen in the future.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11573585February 23, 2024
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving very slowly and making a left turn, the vehicle abruptly stopped nearly causing a rear end collision. The contact discovered that the transmission had erroneously shifted to park and failed to shift back to drive. After a while the contact was able to drive the vehicle to his parents’ residence. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 536.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11573645February 23, 2024
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel) and 23V411000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11573285February 22, 2024
POWER TRAIN, STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
UNKNOWN needs to be diagnosed
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11573087February 21, 2024
SEAT BELTS
The seat belt will not latch properly, it can take up to 10 minutes or longer fasten the driver's side seat belt. Now that I have it locked, I have to crawl in and out of the seat belt. I dare not unlock the seat belt in fear that I will not be able to get it to lock back. Please note, each time I have locked and unlocked the seat belt it has progressively gotten worse to lock the seat belt. I am at the point where I now longer unlock my seat belt, as I states earlier, I fear that I will not be able to lock it back.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11573247February 21, 2024
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
I have a 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4WD Overland, If the NHTSA would do a web search this issue is a common issue that many people are complaining and concerned about. The forward collision warning with automatic braking is NOT functioning or has been turned down where it is completely ineffective or is not functioning at all. I have had my vehicle in two different Jeep dealerships and have been told that the system is functioning and not showing any error codes. I have an active case working under Jeep (Case # [XXX]) and my vehicle was inspected by a Jeep representative on [XXX], who also claims that the system is working. I have driven several different makes of vehicles with a Collision Avoidance System and have seen and experienced when this system functions properly, I am a Police Officer and currently drive a 2021 Chevy Tahoe with this system and have had many alerts in the two years I have driven this vehicle. I have approximately 12,500 miles on this Jeep and have NOT had one alert with this amount of mileage, I have has a couple close calls where I have had to take evasive action and heavy braking to avoid a collision and not even had a warning of any kind. There are to many people complaining of this same issue and many of the same people are quoting the same company verbiage and quotes from the jeep service departments saying that the system is functioning correctly, and there is no way to test the system. Please look into this issue and research just how many people are complaining of this issue, if your going to advertise and promote a safety system on vehicles you should have an expectation that the system actually works. Any safety system that is not functioning properly puts people in danger when the said system would prevent or minimize damage in a collision situation. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11573026February 20, 2024
SEATS
The active headrest deployed while I was driving on [XXX] returning home from work this evening. I was very fortunate not to hit the truck next to me or run off of the road as the force of the blow was enough to thrust my head forward and make me see stars. I was able to pull over and after about 10 minutes I was able to see clearly and was no longer too dizzy to drive. This malfunction is extreme dangerous and could very easily result in severe injury or loss of life due to causing a crash. I will be following up with my physician as I suspect the force I felt was certainly enough to cause a concussion. Jeep needs to recall every single vehicle with these headrests and correct the issue. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0

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