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2,051 reports58,550 miles · Dec 3, 2010
Electrical System
WHEN I START AND AS I'M DRIVING THE TRUCK THE HEADLIGHTS ARE FLICKERING ALONG WITH THE RADIO. THE RPM AND SPEEDOMETER GAUGES ARE JUMPING UP AND DOWN AS I DRIVE. I CAN HEAR A CLUSTER OF CLICKING NOISES COMING FROM BEHIND THE RADIO, UNDERNEATH THE STEERING WHEEL IN THE WIRING HARNESS'S AND ALSO FROM UNDERNEATH THE HOOD IN THE FUZE…
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WHEN I START AND AS I'M DRIVING THE TRUCK THE HEADLIGHTS ARE FLICKERING ALONG WITH THE RADIO. THE RPM AND SPEEDOMETER GAUGES ARE JUMPING UP AND DOWN AS I DRIVE. I CAN HEAR A CLUSTER OF CLICKING NOISES COMING FROM BEHIND THE RADIO, UNDERNEATH THE STEERING WHEEL IN THE WIRING HARNESS'S AND ALSO FROM UNDERNEATH THE HOOD IN THE FUZE BOX CLOSET TO THE DRIVER. THE HEATED SEATS DO NOT WORK ALONG WITH THE RADIO AND GPS, THE TURNING SIGNALS AND THE FOG LIGHTS DO NOT WORK WHEN THIS IS GOING ON. THE DEALER HAS NO IDEA WHAT'S WRONG WITH THE CAR, I HAVE ALREADY CHANGED THE BATTERY, ALTERNATOR, AND STARTER. THIS SEAMS TO BE AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH THIS TRUCK AND ITS A SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD.
NHTSA ODI #10370055
57,000 miles · Dec 3, 2010
Latches/locks/linkages
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL THE DOOR HANDLES INSIDE THE VEHICLE WERE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS COSMETIC AND NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER WHO OFFERED…
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL THE DOOR HANDLES INSIDE THE VEHICLE WERE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS COSMETIC AND NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER WHO OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 57,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.
NHTSA ODI #10369130
60,000 miles · Dec 1, 2010
Unknown Or Other
THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOOR PANEL PLASTIC MOULDINGS SURROUNDING AND ENCASING THE DOOR HANDLES HAS BROKEN WITH PIECES FALLING INSIDE THE DOOR. THE DOOR PANEL NO LONGER SECURELY HOLDS THE HANDLE MECHANISM AND ON OCCASION JAMS THE HANDLE.. THESE FAILURES WERE NOT DUE TO UNUSUAL CIRCUMSTANCES OR ABUSE, BUT RATHER FAILURES OCCURRED…
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THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOOR PANEL PLASTIC MOULDINGS SURROUNDING AND ENCASING THE DOOR HANDLES HAS BROKEN WITH PIECES FALLING INSIDE THE DOOR. THE DOOR PANEL NO LONGER SECURELY HOLDS THE HANDLE MECHANISM AND ON OCCASION JAMS THE HANDLE.. THESE FAILURES WERE NOT DUE TO UNUSUAL CIRCUMSTANCES OR ABUSE, BUT RATHER FAILURES OCCURRED IN NORMAL ENTRY AND EGRESS ACTIVITY FROM THE VEHICLE. NO USED REPLACEMENT DOOR PANELS CAN BE FOUND VIA USED PART OUTLETS SHOWING THE EXTENT OF THE PROBLEM, AND OEM REPLACEMENT/REPAIR COSTS ARE OUTRAGEOUS AND IS NEARLY $2000 (I UNDERSTAND THESE PLASTIC MOULDINGS ARE ON NATIIONAL BACKORDER). NUMEROUS IDENTICAL INCIDENTS OF THIS FAILURE ARE EVIDENTLY PROLIFIC AS SOURCED BY INTERNET CUSTOMER SATISFACTION RESEARCH ON THE JEEP CHEROKEE AS WELL AS COMPLAINTS POSTED WITH THE DOT/NHTS. PLEASE ADD MY MOST VOCAL AND SERIOUS COMPLAINT ABOUT THIS OBVIOUS MANUFACTURING DEFECT. THIS OBVIOUS SAFETY PROBLEM POTENTIALLY PROHIBITS EXIT FROM THE VEHICLE SHOULD AN ACCIDENT REQUIRE SUCH ACTION, NOT TO MENTION THE COSTS TO THE CONSUMER DUE TO A FAULTY PRODUCT. A RECALL TO CORRECT THIS DEFECT SHOULD BE IMMEDIATE AND SUSTAINED FOR ANY CONSUMER WHO EXPECTS TO BE ABLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE A VEHICLE DOOR FOR THE EXPECTED LIFE OF THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI #10368944
Mileage unknown · Nov 29, 2010
Latches/locks/linkagesStructure
THE CASINGS BEHIND THE INSIDE DOOR LATCH BEGAN TO GRADUALLY DETERIORATE UNTIL ALL FOUR DOOR CASINGS CRACKED WHICH RESULTED IN DIFFICULTY EXITING THE VEHICLE. THREE OF THE FOUR HANDLES HAVE BROKEN OFF COMPLETELY, RENDERING THE DOORS USELESS. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10368154
73,000 miles · Nov 29, 2010
Tires
I CURRENTLY DRIVE A 2005 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO, AND I HAVE BEEN HAVING TROUBLE WITH THE TPMS TIRE VALVE STEM SPONTANEOUSLY BREAKING CAUSING RAPID DEFLATION. SO FAR TWO HAVE BROKEN, BUT FORTUNATELY THE CAR WAS NOT MOVING ON BOTH OCCASIONS. IT APPEARS THE VALVES BROKE DUE TO CORROSION. MY CONCERN IS THAT THIS MAY OCCUR AT …
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I CURRENTLY DRIVE A 2005 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO, AND I HAVE BEEN HAVING TROUBLE WITH THE TPMS TIRE VALVE STEM SPONTANEOUSLY BREAKING CAUSING RAPID DEFLATION. SO FAR TWO HAVE BROKEN, BUT FORTUNATELY THE CAR WAS NOT MOVING ON BOTH OCCASIONS. IT APPEARS THE VALVES BROKE DUE TO CORROSION. MY CONCERN IS THAT THIS MAY OCCUR AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED, CAUSING A LOSS OF CONTROL. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10368099
64,000 miles · Nov 28, 2010
Structure
ON THE DRIVERS DOOR AND THE RIGHT PASSENGER DOOR, THE PLASTIC OF THE PANEL SUPPORTING THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE HAS BROKEN LEAVING THE HANDLE UNMOUNTED AND USELESS. OBVIOUSLY, THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD AS IT TAKES MORE TIME TO EGRESS THE VEHICLE IN AN ACCIDENT. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10368044
40,000 miles · Nov 28, 2010
Latches/locks/linkagesStructure
THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLES, ALL 4, BROKE OFF, AT ALMOST THE SAME TIME. THERE IS A COMMON MANUFACTURERS MATERIAL DEFECT, AS THE DOOR HANDLE "POCKET" IS MADE OUT A BRITTLE PLASTIC, AND THEY JUST SHATTERED, OR CRACKED SIMPLY BY USING THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE TO EXIT THE VEHICLE. THIS IS DANGEROUS BECAUSE IN AN EMERGENCY, ONE WOULD N…
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THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLES, ALL 4, BROKE OFF, AT ALMOST THE SAME TIME. THERE IS A COMMON MANUFACTURERS MATERIAL DEFECT, AS THE DOOR HANDLE "POCKET" IS MADE OUT A BRITTLE PLASTIC, AND THEY JUST SHATTERED, OR CRACKED SIMPLY BY USING THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE TO EXIT THE VEHICLE. THIS IS DANGEROUS BECAUSE IN AN EMERGENCY, ONE WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO EXIT THE VEHICLE IF THE DOOR HANDLE BREAKS OFF IN YOUR HAND. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10368005
50,102 miles · Nov 27, 2010
Latches/locks/linkages
I OWN A 2005 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE INSIDE REAR DOOR HANDLE HAS BROKEN INSIDE THE DOOR PANEL. THIS REQUIRES REPLACEMENT OF THE DOOR PANEL. NOW YOU CAN NOT EXIT THE VEHICLE IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY. MY EXTENDED WARRANTY WILL NOT FIX THIS NOR WILL CHRYSLER. THE DEALER SAID IT WILL COST $700+ TO REPAIR. THE PANEL WHICH IS NOT EVEN…
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I OWN A 2005 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE INSIDE REAR DOOR HANDLE HAS BROKEN INSIDE THE DOOR PANEL. THIS REQUIRES REPLACEMENT OF THE DOOR PANEL. NOW YOU CAN NOT EXIT THE VEHICLE IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY. MY EXTENDED WARRANTY WILL NOT FIX THIS NOR WILL CHRYSLER. THE DEALER SAID IT WILL COST $700+ TO REPAIR. THE PANEL WHICH IS NOT EVEN AVAILABLE FROM CHRYSLER! CHRYSLER SHOULD BE FORCED TO RECALL THE VEHICLE AND REPLACE THE INSIDE PANELS BEFORE SOMEONE DIES. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10367960
92,000 miles · Nov 26, 2010
Tires
I HAVE A 2005 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE WITH TPMS SENSORS INSTALLED. APPARENTLY, METAL CAPS WERE INSTALLED ON THE VALVE STEMS THAT OXIDATED TOGETHER MAKING THEIR REMOVAL IMPOSSIBLE WITHOUT TWISTING OFF THE VALVE STEM, FLATTENING THE TIRE. I CAN'T EVEN GET A REPLACEMENT TPMS VALVE REPLACEMENT FROM JEEP (MOPAR) BECAUSE THEY ARE ON BAC…
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I HAVE A 2005 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE WITH TPMS SENSORS INSTALLED. APPARENTLY, METAL CAPS WERE INSTALLED ON THE VALVE STEMS THAT OXIDATED TOGETHER MAKING THEIR REMOVAL IMPOSSIBLE WITHOUT TWISTING OFF THE VALVE STEM, FLATTENING THE TIRE. I CAN'T EVEN GET A REPLACEMENT TPMS VALVE REPLACEMENT FROM JEEP (MOPAR) BECAUSE THEY ARE ON BACKORDER (DUE TO HIGH DEMAND BECAUSE OF PROBLEMS LIKE THIS). THIS CREATES AN UNSAFE DRIVING SITUATION--I CAN'T CHECK MY TIRE PRESSURE BECAUSE THE CAP IS FROZEN ON TO THE STEM--IF I TRY TO REMOVE IT, THE STEM WILL BREAK, AND THERE IS NO SUPPLY OF TPMS REPLACEMENT PARTS. THESE SHOULD HAVE NEVER BEEN ON THE MARKET INSTALLED THIS WAY-THEY SHOULD HAVE HAD RUBBER/PLASTIC CAPS INSTALLED. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10367900
80,000 miles · Nov 17, 2010
Latches/locks/linkagesStructure
ON THE DRIVERS DOOR, THE PLASTIC OF THE PANEL SUPPORTING THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE HAS BROKEN LEAVING THE HANDLE UNMOUNTED AND USELESS. OBVIOUSLY, THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD AS IT TAKES MORE TIME TO EGRESS THE VEHICLE IN AN ACCIDENT. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10366528
Official recalls
3Jul 21, 2014
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, drivers should adjust their seat to allow clearance between the driver's knee and the ignition key, and remove all items from their key ring, leaving only the vehicle key. Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, to July 5, 2007, and 2006-2007 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, to July 5, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the driver may accidentally hit the ignition key with their knee, unintentionally knocking the key out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. Chrysler sent interim notifications to owners in September 2014. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P41.
May 7, 2013
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, through March 9, 2010; and 2006-2010 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, through March 10, 2010. A transfer case electrical failure may result in an unintentional shifting of the transfer case into the neutral position.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: If the vehicle shifts into neutral, it may roll away increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the final drive controller which governs the transfer case, with new software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N23.
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Electrical System
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, through March 9, 2010; and 2006-2010 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, through March 10, 2010. A transfer case electrical failure may result in an unintentional shifting of the transfer case into the neutral position.
Consequence: If the vehicle shifts into neutral, it may roll away increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the final drive controller which governs the transfer case, with new software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N23.
Power Train:transfer Case (4-WHEEL Drive)
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, through March 9, 2010; and 2006-2010 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, through March 10, 2010. A transfer case electrical failure may result in an unintentional shifting of the transfer case into the neutral position.
Consequence: If the vehicle shifts into neutral, it may roll away increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the final drive controller which governs the transfer case, with new software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N23.
Sep 14, 2005
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.7L ENGINES AND NAG1 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, THE AIR CONDITIONER EVAPORATOR CONDENSATE WATER MAY ENTER THE TRANSMISSION AT THE FILL TUBE GROMMET SEAL. THIS CAN RESULT IN SHUDDER DURING TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH ENGAGEMENT.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: IT CAN LEAD TO INCREASED TRANSMISSION OPERATING TEMPERATURES, BOILING OF THE WATER, AND A SUBSEQUENT PURGING OF TRANSMISSION FLUID INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TRANSMISSION FOR LEAKAGE AT THE FILL TUBE GROMMET SEAL. IF NO LEAK IS DETECTED, A NEW FILL TUBE GROMMET SEAL AND WATER DEFLECTOR SHIELD WILL BE INSTALLED, AND PROPER ALIGNMENT OF THE FILL TUBE VERIFIED. IF THE PRESENCE OF A LEAK IS DETECTED, THE VEHICLE WILL BE EVALUATED FOR SHUDDER DURING TORQUE CONVERTER ENGAGEMENT. IF NO SHUDDER IS DETECTED, THE TRANSMISSION WILL BE TRIPLE FLUSHED, AND NEW FILL TUBE GROMMET SEAL AND WATER DEFLECTOR WILL BE INSTALLED AND PROPER ALIGNMENT OF THE FILL TUBE VERIFIED. IF SHUDDER IS DETECTED, THE TORQUE CONVERTER WILL BE REPLACED, A NEW FILL TUBE GROMMET SEAL AND WATER DEFLECTOR WILL BE INSTALLED, AND PROPER ALIGNMENT OF THE FILL TUBE VERIFIED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 31, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Model-level recall history does not show whether a particular VIN is affected or has received a repair. Check a VIN with NHTSA ↗
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