4.6

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
23,334 miles

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problem #8

Aug 272003

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • 121,668 miles
Vehicle driven at 60-65mph on freeway, hit several bumps in road. Vehicle front right end began shaking like had a blown out tire. Took vehicle to dealership, checked out, told steering dampner needed replaced. Replaced dampner. Drove 20 miles, same problem occurred.

- Fort Benning, GA, USA

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problem #7

Jan 012003

Grand Cherokee 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 65,000 miles
Rattling in front end over minor bumps. Shocks already replaced, front-end checks out by mechanic. Also, popping and slipping of front-end into turns at slow speeds and right after a turn. It sounds dangerously like front-end is going to fall apart. I heard it's expensive and everything checks out so I desperately need help before I discard the vehicle altogether.

- Atlanta, GA, USA

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problem #6

Jul 052000

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
Something in front of vehicle is causing noise, dealer stated possibly a differential problem, but consumer could drive an additional 6000 miles before needing repairs, however he also stated that it was possible for a defective bearing to freeze while driving. Serpentine belt replaced. Front brakes replaced. Air conditioner does not cool properly, dealer found no leaks.

- Cresco, PA, USA

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problem #5

Jan 242001

(reported on)

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • miles
Front brakes replaced 1 year ago then received recall, winshield washer motor failed, power windows failed. Poor braking and vibration in pedal scraping noise from back end - rear bearings, differential, brakes and rotors need replacement.

- Poughquag, NY, USA

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problem #4

May 051999

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
While driving on highway at approximately 65 mph front end vibrated, causing wheel to move from right to left. Dealer/manufacturer notified.

- Abingdon, MD, USA

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problem #3

Jan 201997

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • miles
The Jeep pulls to the right. I have had it aligned, no cure. Now one dealer tells me it was "designed" that way. Nonsense. Another dealer at least admitted that they are getting that problem a lot. I see some in your databse already. It is a road hazard because if you ever divert your attention, it immediately wants to go right. I really would like it fixed or be indeminified for it. Thanks, wyman.

- Mountain View, CA, USA

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problem #2

Mar 161998

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
Consumer experiencing problem with front end. When vehicle exceeds 65 mph on two- wheel drive and 45 mph on four- wheel drive, vehicle would vibrate. Dealer notified, and has inspected vehicle on two occasions. Condition cannot be resolved at this time.

- Cary, NC, USA

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problem #1

Sep 091997

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Front axle failed, causing improper alignment and tire failure.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

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