2.4

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
62,200 miles

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problem #2

Jun 262015

Grand Cherokee

  • 123,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle independently shifted into the neutral position. In addition, the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transfer case was defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 13V175000 (electrical system, power train); however, the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was approximately 123,000.

- Georgetown, KY, USA

problem #1

Sep 192006

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • 1,400 miles
: the contact stated while traveling 17 mph down a curvy mountain road in four wheel drive low, the vehicle jumped out of low gear and sped down the mountain after the RPM's reached 1800. The dealership stated the hemi engine was designed to jump out a gear to conserve gas.

- Hendersonville, NC, USA