7.7

pretty bad
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
5,909 miles

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problem #11

Jan 012003

Grand Cherokee 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 65,000 miles
Vehicle makes a knocking noise. Noise appears to be coming from area of front passenger tire area....my mechanic has replaced the shocks, control arm bushings and transmission mount strap and track bar bushings....this has not solved the problem. The Jeep dealership in North charleston, SC has replaced the sway bar links and basically rebuilt the rear end....still knocking persists. Jeep advises noise is normal...I disagree. Jeep worked on this vehicle about 2 years ago...my mechanic in January of 2003. Knocking only occurs over light bumps, roughness in road...or on dirt roads. Knocking especially loud when turning a corner. Would really appreciate any information on this. Also, in mornings especially when cold outside when you put Jeep into reverse a loud whining noise coming from rear. Have had transmission fluid changed, but did not help.

- Mount Pleasant, SC, USA

problem #10

Jun 202000

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
The vehicle would shimmy at 60 mph, 3 out of the 4 Goodyear Eagle ga tires (P225/70R15) experienced tread separation, a few months after the tires were replaced, the vehicle began to shimmy again and the dealer performed a front end alignment.

- Saint Petersburg, FL, USA

problem #9

Dec 131999

(reported on)

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • miles
There is a clicking in the front end.

- Marlton, NJ, USA

problem #8

Aug 022000

(reported on)

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
While driving a grinding noise occurred in front end of vehicle. Dealer has replaced transfer case three times which has not corrected the problem.

- Spencer, NY, USA

problem #7

Oct 281998

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
When consumer hits the brakes the whole front end starts shaking. This causes the consumer to lose control.

- Bradenton, FL, USA

problem #6

Aug 311999

(reported on)

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
While driving at 45mph or above front end vibrates to the point that consumer could lose control. To stop consumer hasto slow the vehicle down. Dealer has been contacted.

- Baileys, WI, USA

problem #5

Aug 011998

Grand Cherokee

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Front suspension failed.

- San Diego, CA, USA

problem #4

Jan 221999

(reported on)

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • miles
Problem is a vibration that comes in at 62-67 mph, local dealership agree's, but Chrysler denies problem. I am worried about the possibility of the wheels locking up at 60 or 70mph. Chrysler refuses to address the problem.

- Raynham, MA, USA

problem #3

Oct 011998

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
Vehicule pull to right or left when driving, dealer change 2 front tires, repair terminals and align without improvement. Yg( dot number: )

- San Lorenzo, PR, USA

problem #2

Jun 201998

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
Front suspension squeaks and grinds when driving down a bumpy road or making a turn. Dealer contacted and is aware of the problem. Stated motor mounts were not properly installed. Also, sway bar links and bushings needed to be replaced, will back order part and replace them.

- Harbor Creek, PA, USA

problem #1

May 141998

(reported on)

Grand Cherokee

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Front end suspension experiences vibration continuously.

- Odenton, MD, USA