Jeep grand cherokee transmission problems and repair. Youre often still able to drive the vehicle, but it only operates in one or two gears. Under warranty, jeep replaced the transmissions valve body. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. Its a wellproven powertrain that doesnt cause me any worries as an owner, but the newer 8speed zf automatic transmission is smoother and may also boost the fuel economy. Transmission problems i have a 1998 grand cherokee. Learn about the latest jeep recall news and safety notices at kelley blue book. Two problems related to transmission fluid leaking have been reported for the 20 jeep grand cherokee.
Transmission problems i have a 1998 grand cherokee laredo and sometimes it shifts and sometimes it done. Chrysler group llc chrysler is recalling certain model year 20112014 dodge durango and jeep grand cherokee vehicles manufactured january 5, 2010, through december 11, 20. Grand cherokee chrysler group llc o w n e r s m a n u a l. This premium transmission oil cooler features a unique plate and fin design, which is 33% more efficient than a comparable tube and fin design. The jeep grand cherokee is a range of midsize suvs produced by the american. Used 20 jeep grand cherokee laredo for sale near me. The transmission will downshift hard from 32 and sometimes 21 causing a small jerking of the jeep and occasionally a light clunk. Our list of 9 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 20 jeep grand cherokee. Jeep cherokee recalled for transmission issue consumer. The problem occurs when either coasting to a stop or braking coming to a stop. Electrical system problem on the 20 jeep grand cherokee. Each is available with reardrive or fourwheeldrive drivetrains. Water pump problems of jeep grand cherokee jeep grand cherokee owners have reported 22 problems related to water pump under the engine and engine cooling category.
Under jeep warranty, a jeep dealer replaced the original transmission, which had been repaired in april, with a remanufactured transmission, but failed after 2,000 miles for the same problem. Get reliability information for the 20 jeep grand cherokee from consumer reports, which combines extensive survey data and expert technical knowledge. Jun 22, 2016 star trek anton yelchin was recently killed when his 2015 jeep grand cherokee rolled backwards crushing him. On september 18, 2017, jeep recalled 646,394 jeep grand cherokee. Vehicles sold in canada with respect to any vehicles. Chrysler fca us llc is recalling certain model year 201220 jeep grand cherokee vehicles manufactured september 17, 2010, to august 19, 20, and equipped with a 3. Page 1 grand cherokee 2 0 1 2 o w n e r s m a n u a l i n f o r m a t i o n p r o v i d e d b y page 2 vehicles sold in canada with respect to any vehicles sold in canada, the name this manual illustrates and describes the operation of fea chrysler group llc shall be deemed to be deleted and the tures and equipment that are either standard or optional on name chrysler canada inc. View and download jeep grand cherokee 20 owners manual online. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what. Transmission fluid leaking problems of the 20 jeep grand. The laredo was the midscale model with standard features that included power.
Jeep grand cherokee problems and reliability issues. In researching the 20 jeep grand cherokee laredo 3. Find jeep grand cherokee recalls information, reported by the nhtsa, and we will help you find a nearby service center where you can get your car fixed. Ac cobra acura alfa romeo american motors aston martin audi austin healey bentley bitter bmw bricklin bugatti buick cadillac chevrolet chrysler daewoo daimler. This database includes information received by nhtsa from consumers either directly or as recorded by the vehicle safety hotline. The jeep owners who have reported transmission issues to consumer affairs. The jeep grand cherokee was equipped with the 46re a518, the 545rfe the. The subject vehicles have a brake booster with a center.
E order your parts online or pick them up instore at your local advance auto parts. Lookup 20 jeep grand cherokee laredo 2wd vin numbers, specs, recalls and more. Sep 16, 2018 there is a common issue with shifting on a number of jeep grand cherokee models as they age and their mileage increases. Gladiator over manual transmission glitch in the event. Find out why the 20 jeep grand cherokee is rated 8. The worst complaints are electrical, accessories interior, and engine problems. Jeeps recalled gearshift issue demonstrated, examined. Note that there may be a delay between when a recall has been issued, repaired, and then posted online. This is a problem that jeep has had for many years and has not done anything to fix. The vehicle was able to coast to the side of the road and the contact powered off the engine. Its roomy, tows well, has a heap of safety gear, is relatively economical to run though has no cappedprice service program and has a style that looks as good on top of a dune as alongside a downtown curb. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the jeep grand cherokee in one spot to help you decide if its a smart buy. Owners manual 20 grand cherokee wk741126ab second edition printed in u.
Table 1 and table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the jeep grand cherokee. And the loss of transmition fluid can cause the veichal to suddenly loose power and cause a accedent. Removing key fob from ignition place the shift lever in park. Vehicles sold in canada with respect to any vehicles sold in canada, the name chrysler group llc shall be deemed to be deleted and the name chrysler canada inc. To see how frequently jeep grand cherokee problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. The 20 jeep grand cherokee is a fivepassenger midsize suv that comes in three main trim levels. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 2 20 grand cherokee models nationwide. Jeep grand cherokee transmission problems free lemon law. Jeep grand cherokee electrical system 20 jeep grand.
Chrysler group llc chrysler is recalling certain model year 20112014 jeep grand cherokee and dodge durango vehicles manufactured from january 5, 2010, through september 8, 20. Clunkrough shift fix 20112017 jeep grand cherokee wk2 a quick video to help you with you 2011 2017 jeep grand cherokee shifting problems link for the tsb list. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security protection. A recall can involve multiple model years, so weve ranked each of the 26 grand cherokee years and sorted them by how many times theyve been involved in a specific campaign. It also contains cautions against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 20 jeep grand cherokee based on all problems reported for the 20 grand cherokee. Always inquire as to the current status with the dealership prior to purchase. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. Official recalls have been issued for the 20 jeep grand cherokee by the nhtsa. The 20 jeep grand cherokee blurs the suvcrossover line expertly.
On certain sport utility vehicles, the software programmed into the abs electronic control module may allow a momentary delay in braking when coasting up a hill during certain conditions. The jeep grand cherokee transmission problem is strikingly similar to the issues we are seeing with the ford focus and fiesta vehicles. There have been 80 safety recalls for the jeep grand cherokee. There is a common issue with shifting on a number of jeep grand cherokee models as they age and their mileage increases. See the owners manual or manufacturer website for more information. How to get a 2011 jeep grand cherokee laredo into neutral how to get a 2011 jeep grand cherokee laredo into. The most recently reported issues are listed below. View the 20 jeep grand cherokee recall information and find service centers in your area to perform the recall repair. In june, 20, chrysler corporation responded to the recall, agreeing to recall 2. May 04, 2014 201220 jeep grand cherokee recalls may 4, 2014.
Read book 20 jeep grand cherokee manual transmission. The shifting problem usually surfaces when the vehicle is first started and the engine and transmission are cold. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions. That can cause a fire from the fluid being sprayed over the exaust. If you do not read this entire owners manual, you may miss important. The worst complaints are transmission computer issue, transfer case actuator went out, and transmission. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of jeep grand cherokee based on all problems reported for the grand cherokee. Problems with jeep manual transmissions include loose gear selector levers. This 20 jeep grand cherokee laredo rwd is for sale in dallas, tx.
Mar, 2000 on october 22, 2007, jeep recalled 296,550 jeep grand cherokee. While driving 15 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning and the steering wheel became difficult to steer. So dont pull out in front of me because it is for sale. The 20 jeep grand cherokee has 14 problems reported for engine wont turn over. Sadly, the 1 800 lemon law hotline is lighting up with calls from 2014 jeep grand cherokee owners dealing with transmission troubles in their brandnew vehicles. Are you having problems with your jeep grand cherokee. Chrysler group llc has issued a recall for a transmission problem associated with the 201220 jeep grand cherokee. The new jeep grand cherokee v6 is not only more powerful by 80 horses but gas mileage is 11% higher. Chrysler fca us llc is recalling certain 201120 dodge durango and jeep grand cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3. Find specifications for every 20 jeep grand cherokee.
Never buy 20 jeep grand cherokee laredo 2wd without an autodetective car history report. Jeep grand cherokee owners have reported 15 problems related to vehicle shudder under the power train category. Low demand for the manual transmission resulted in its discontinuation after. The severity of repairs is average, and major issues are less frequent than average, so major repairs are. That powerful engine is mated to a 5speed manual transmission featuring an autostick. Nov 19, 2012 this video explains how to operate the vehicle information center in a 20 jeep grand cherokee. It seems when it gets hot it shifts but when its cold it wont. Shop lowestpriced oem 20 jeep grand cherokee parts from genuine parts catalog at. There is a 2014 jeep cherokee recall covering over 80,000 suvs because a software issue can lead the transmission to unexpectedly shift into neutral, reducing power. This video explains how to operate the vehicle information center in a 20 jeep grand cherokee. Power or manual windows, locks and latches, tailgate, hatch or trunk, doors or. Owners may experience a shudder vibration andor a highfrequency buzzing. Jeep grand cherokee 2012 owners manual pdf download. The 20 jeep grand cherokee has been recalled 10 times by nhtsa.