2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee Automatic Transmission Problems
- 58
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 58 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- park reverse · 5 records
- brake rotors · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 10 |
| 60–100k mi | 8 |
| 1–30k mi | 5 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission · Cooling System · Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Latches/Locks/Linkages
I have a 2000 jeep grand cherokee.. I have the same as all other 2000 jgc owners are having. Been using coolant every few weeks needs to be topped off.. Fan was replace due to recall. Had to replace fan control under headlight. Last year was overheating. Replaced water pump/ thermostat. Overheating again. Just replaced thermostat today. Did not fix the problem. Transmission has been shifting hard for the past year…
ODI 10295424
Automatic Transmission
I have a 2000 jeep grand cherokee and recently my band in my transmission broke, so i have no 2nd gear. I brought it to a transmission shop and they told me it happens very often on the make and year of my vehicle. It would be an $1800.00 to $3000.00 fix. As of right now my car wont shift until it reaches 5000 rpm's, since i don't have the money to fix. I was just wondering if it has happened alot on this make and…
ODI 10273755
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 jeep grand cherokee. While the vehicle was parked in the driveway and when the door was opened, the vehicle shifted out of park and began to roll backwards. The door stopped the vehicle from rolling too far. Both the front fender and driver's side door were damaged. The manufacturer and dealer had not been notified. The current and failure mileages were approximately 100,000.
ODI 10266062
Automatic Transmission · Equipment · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Parking Brake · Unknown Or Other
2000 jeep grand cherokee heat not working - a common complaint of many jeep owners seeking to file a class-action lawsuit against daimler chrysler jeep. $900 + is beyond absurd to pay to fix this common problem that jeep should have recalled and fixed for free. *tr
ODI 10250064
Automatic Transmission · Brake Lights · Cooling Unit And Lines · Fan · Latch · Rotor
I have a 2000 jeep gc laredo, and along with many,many other people i have numerous problems. The warped rotors are very dangerous when you have to use your brakes, especially when you have children in the car as i do, also the taillight/brake light issue, that has gotten me pulled over more than once, even though i put a new bulb in it every time. The door lock actuator that is very annoying not to mention my…
ODI 10204487
Automatic Transmission · Exterior Lighting · Structure · Visibility
Door actuator, overheating, transmissions slippage (or not wanting to shift at times), tail lights, cooling, heating (or lack of). *tr
ODI 10249958
Automatic Transmission · Engine · Rotor
Dt*: the contact stated while the brake pedal was depressed, the tires felt square and there was an excessive stopping distance. The vehicle was taken to the dealership, who determined the rotors were warped. The rotors and pads were replaced. The brake rotors have been replaced three times, but the problem persisted. The cranksahft position sensor was replaced. The consumer stated he could feel the transmission…
ODI 10151863
Automatic Transmission
Our jeep grand cherokee has a transmission selector (automatic) that has slipped so that there is no park. Park now operates as reverse, reverse as neutral, neutral as drive etc. There is no longer a way to reach 1st gear and the car will roll when it is in park. The car is in the daimler chrysler shop now and nothing was done to cause this extremely dangerous failure. *nm
ODI 10150665
Automatic Transmission · Fan
On sunday september 4, 2005 while returning from a 220 mile trip the radiator fan on our 2000 jeep grand cherokee fractured and separated, causing rupture of radiator, coolant loss and rapid overheating. The vehicle was towed to firestone auto repair where the radiator, fan and shroud assembly were replaced. The vehicle was picked up on september 7, 2005. It became apparent when leaving firestone that the…
ODI 10174451
Automatic Transmission
Vehicle rolls forward when put into park. Taken to dealer for checkup, and results show that the transmission needed to be replaced.*ak the vehicle was repaired but the consumer stated that he thinks the part was defective. *tc
ODI 10109016
Automatic Transmission · Heater Core
My 2000 jeep grand cherokee has had a heater problem. It gets so hot that it can burn my fingers. Then all of a sudden on the passenger side the heat doesn't work it only blows cold air through the vent and on the floor.*ak also in the trasnmission when you come to a stop you can sometimes feel a loud thump like someone just rear ended you. It happens about 3-4 times a week.
ODI 10110073
Automatic Transmission
Brandow chrysler notified me that 2000 jeep grand cherokee transmission requires replacement. The vehicle has 56,000 miles and has properly maintained. *ak upon review of similar issues from other 1999/2000 jeep owners with transmission problems, i am filing this complaint due to lack of notice by brandow or daimler chrysler regarding transmission issues with this vehicle.
ODI 10100270
Automatic Transmission
When coming to a stop, at about 7-10 mph, the transmission shifts down hard, causing a bump stop and the car to quickly decrease in speed. This is an intermittant problem. Dealer found nothing and recommended transmission service which did not help. Date listed is last time event occurred.*ak
ODI 10080660
Automatic Transmission
While driving at any speed consumer experienced transmission problems, especially shifting from second gear to third gear. On one occasion vehicle stalled due to the gears not shifting properly. This problem happened every day since ownership of the vehicle.*ak
ODI 10082005
Automatic Transmission · Electrical System · Engine
Sudden loss of power on three occasions. While driving at highway speeds, vehicle instantly looses all power. Obvious problems navigating to shoulder on multilane highway in traffic. Could easily be stranded in lane. Difficulty steering. Requires towing. Has occurred three times in last two years, twice in last month. First time, replaced computer. Second time, replaced transmission sensor. Third time, undetermined.…
ODI 10072849
12v/24v/48v Battery · Automatic Transmission · Rotor
I have a 2000 jeep grand cherokee laredo. In early december i was driving the vehicle when my engine light illuminated. I immediately called my mechanic, who happens to work for midas. He told me to bring it in right away. Because i live closer to midas than any jeep dealer, and because of the service i have received in the past from jeep/chrysler, i took it to my mechanic. He advised me i had a blown head gasket. I…
ODI 10053047
Automatic Transmission
Vehicle rolled backwards on slight incline. Car was not running. Checked and made sure vehicle was in park. It was. Started the vehicle and drove back up incline. Vehicle rolled back down while running. Drove straight to a spitzer jeep dealership. Put vehicle on larger incline. Vehicle would not roll. Service person, dan, told me to keep an eye on it and bring it back if it did it again.*ak
ODI 10049417
Automatic Transmission
I own a 2000 jeep grand cherokee loredo. Currently i am experiencing severe transmission problems. Everyone i know who owns a jeep grand cherokee is experiencing the same problems with their transmission. My car currently has about 88,000 miles. I have also had to replace 3 of the lock latches within six months. The automatic locks just brake for no reason and are very expensive to be replaced.*ak
ODI 10058389
Automatic Transmission · Engine And Engine Cooling · Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive) · Wheel Bearing
I purchased my 2000 jeep grand cherokee in 1999. I have been in and out of the dealer service for repeat major problems. My tire squeaked loudly while driving and after a year of not finding the problem, and fixing what they thought was the problem the left front wheel bearing was replaced and solved that problem. During the problem with the squeak they informed me that the transfer case had a problem and the…
ODI 10045394
Automatic Transmission · Switch/Wiring
I purchased a 2000 jeep grand cherokee laredo in august 2000. Yesterday, my transmission failed and would jerk when shifted into reverse. Today, i contacted the dealership and was basically told "too bad," because my warranty was expired. I asked to speak to the gentleman that sold me the jeep, was placed on hold for several minutes and then transferred to someone else's voice mail. My jeep is 3 years old and has…
ODI 10043569
Automatic Transmission · Rotor · Tires
The rotors were warping and caused the brakes to wear prematurely. The dealer was notified. *ak the transmission displayed slipping and there was a flat spot on the tire(s). *sc *jb
ODI 10037643
Automatic Transmission
2000 jeep grand cherokee limited 4.7l 4x4. Intermittent delayed engagement of gears when accelerating. Makes roaring noise as engine increases rpm without generating torque. Happens most between 20 and 50 mph. Also, quadra-trak ii 4 wd no longer provides noticeable power to the front wheels. Rear wheels keep spinning. Dealers say everything (pumps, fluids, etc.) checks out, but formerly outstanding 4wd performance…
ODI 10020996
Automatic Transmission
While driving, the automatic transmission failed to shift properly. *jb
ODI 10017702
Automatic Transmission
Consumer had to use excessive force when putting the gear shifter into park, there was an owners notification reference #11022208 for the problem. *jb the consumer was unable to remove the key. Scc
ODI 10009934
Automatic Transmission
While traveling about 65mph on the highway without prior warning . The transmission froze up and the vehicle shut down please provide additional information dealer is aware of the problem. Ts
ODI 10001100