10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #8

Mar 182006

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
1996 Grand Cherokee hood struck windshield while driving. The hood latch was defective.

- Solon, OH, USA

problem #7

Feb 012001

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
The secondary latch was rusted in the open positon causing the hood to open while driving, the main latch mechanism remained partially open due to rust that had encrusted it as well as much of the underside and edges of the hood. Nlm

- Coral Springs, FL, USA

problem #6

Feb 012001

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
The secondary latch was rusted in the open positon causing the hood to open while driving, the main latch mechanism remained partially open due to rust that had encrusted it as well as much of the underside and edges of the hood. Nlm

- Coral Springs, FL, USA

problem #5

Feb 012001

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
The secondary latch was rusted in the open positon causing the hood to open while driving, the main latch mechanism remained partially open due to rust that had encrusted it as well as much of the underside and edges of the hood. Nlm

- Coral Springs, FL, USA

problem #4

Mar 182001

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • miles
Traveling at 50mph when hood flew open. Upon investigation saw that both main latch and backup safety catch were rusted and not functioning properly. Lex, ky dealer stated "no restrictions" to replace "hood, latch, and safety catch" but S.fla dealer wont cooperate (relocated to S.fla.) nor will Chrysler.

- Coral Springs, FL, USA

problem #3

Aug 302000

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
Both hood latches were rusted and needed lubrication which caused the hood to fly open and hit the windshield, both latches were lubricated and the vehicle was pronounced safe. Nlm

- Strongsville, OH, USA

problem #2

Dec 291997

(reported on)

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Front sway bar bushing malfunctioned. In addition, rear U-joints/ air conditioner condensor/door panels/hood latch and right front speaker failed.

- Lake Orion, MI, USA

problem #1

Jul 181996

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Hood latch failure, with out any pressure or while driving the hood would pop open, vehicle has been to dealer for repair, but has not been remedied. Dealer adjusted hood hinges and stops and aligned hood latch assembly. Consumer states at 2342 miles radio speakers cut out over bumps. Dealer replaced with exhchange unit. Door trim is coming off on the driver side doors.

- Lakewood, CO, USA