2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee Engine Problems
- 28
- 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.
What owners report
- cylinder head · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 12 |
| 100–150k mi | 6 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 jeep grand cherokee. While driving approximately 40 mph, there was a slight explosion sound. The contact moved the vehicle from the roadway and found that the fan blade, radiator and other under hood components were broken. The vehicle was towed to the dealer in which the vehicle was purchased. The dealer replaced the fan blade, radiator, hoses and connectors. The contact was able to…
ODI 10343485
Cooling System · Engine
Jeep 2000 grand cherokee laredo inline 6cyl i recently experienced low coolant and oil pressure problems. I had the water pump replaced, the oil sensor switch replaced, and the oil pump replaced. The repairs were done individually in that order. I am still experiencing low coolant although the car does not seem to overheat. I recently had a pressure test and there were no leaks. When the car is started in the…
ODI 10285172
Engine
The engine shuts down and the electrical system to start the car is shutdown while driving. I have had this happen to me numerous times and have not been able to find the resolution to it. It's a tremendous safety concern because it has happened to me while driving on several highways. The car attempts to turn over while trying to start it however none of the gauges are responding to the key in the ignition during…
ODI 10311352
Engine · Engine And Engine Cooling
I have had a slow coolant leak for the last year and cannot figure out why. Also the oil gauge is reading 0 at idle, but goes back to normal when driving. I also have had three different cylinder misfires in the last year. I have taken this vehicle to different repair shops and nobody can tell me where the coolant is going and if these are all related. I have replaced the water pump, oil pressure sensor switch,…
ODI 10270194
Engine
2000 jeep grand cherokee laredo 4.0l inline 6 with cracked cylinder head (between #3 & 4) allowing coolant fluid to leak into engine. Noticed coolant disappearing @90,000 miles. Had pressure test by 2 different dealers. Cracked cylinder head diagnosed by second dealer recently. Problem appears to be a defect in the cylinder head casting #0331. Discovered many other owners with same problem at carsurvey.org. Under…
ODI 10265272
Engine
2000 jeep grand cherokee laredo: cracked cylinder head. 143,000 miles. Engine must be replaced. Will cost $4,000. This engine problem sees to be extremely common. *tr
ODI 10254668
Cooling System · Engine
Jeep grand cherokee, 2000' losing anti freeze with no obvious source of leak. Now overheating to max temperature even though fully serviced with coolant. *tr
ODI 10231926
Engine
I had a mysterious coolant leak from my 2000 jeep grand cherokee. I had the water pump checked and it was fine. I had to add coolant and water to my jeep everytime i went somewhere so it did not over-heat. I went to work and my jeep was starting to over-heat. After my 8 hour shift i put in 2 gallons of water into the radiator. It seemed fine until i got about a mile from my apartment when my jeep just stalled out. I…
ODI 10235944
Engine · Fan
All 2000 grand cl v6 have this problem with no recall. Engine overheats, loses coolant & can't find leak. *tr
ODI 10224321
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Engine
My 2000 jeep grand cherokee is having problems like many other people. The low coolant light constantly comes on and i have to add coolant weekly, although there is no visible leak. Mechanics have told me they cannot find the problem until this past week when a mechanic told me the coolant was leaking into my engine and mixing with my oil. The mechanic estimated i will need a completely new engine within a few…
ODI 10221280
Engine
I have a 200 jeep grand cherokee laredo and after reading many sites (blogs, complaint sites, etc.) i see that others are having the exact same problems i am. My jeep has 101,000 miles on it and it is experiencing coolant leaks and also the crack in the cylinder head between the 3rd and 4th cylinder. Now the y way i see it, is that is soooooo many people are experiencing this problem then there should be a recall on…
ODI 10216510
Engine · Exhaust System
Very little heat is coming out the driver side and cold air is coming out the passenger vents. *tr
ODI 10254234
Engine · Equipment
I bought the car in september 2007..in november i was on the highway and suddenly the car started to overheat had to get it towed to the nearest auto shop where they said the radiator was damaged and had to be changed...couple days later the fan stopped working which also had to be changed. After all the over heating the mechanic told me the engine burned out and also had to be replaced after the fact my car wouldnt…
ODI 10256969
Engine · Headlights
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 jeep grand cherokee. The headlights and the plastic shield that covers the headlights are dull and fail to provide adequate illumination. The service engine light has remained illuminated for four days. The contact will have the vehicle serviced by the dealer on october 1, 2007. The mechanic stated that the leak detection pump was also defective (code 1494). The current and failure…
ODI 10204345
Engine
Noticed in fall of 07 that the oil pressure was dropping to zero when the vehicle warmed up. Check gauges light would come on. In winter 07, started having to refill the coolant. I had the coolant checked and the dealership said there was no problem. Recently had trouble starting the engine and took it to a local repair shop. Shop technician said my engine is going to blow and should replace it asap. Unacceptable! I…
ODI 10226792
Engine
I have a coolant leak that i can not get fixed. No visible leak, i have had pressure test after test, i had the head gasket fixed, radiator cap, alot of work done on it and it continues to lose coolant at rapid rates. Every three to four days i am filling my coolant up. Also, my rear brake lights go out and don't work when my lights are on, and i have had those replaced numerous times also!! Very frustrating... No…
ODI 10224679
Axle Assembly · Cooling System · Engine · Hood · Power Window Devices And Controls · Starter Assembly
Just disgusted with the number of repairs i have needed to make to this vehicle. In the last six years the following repairs have been done: brakes replaced 3 times and need to be done again door window motor cooling fan, radiator evaporator coils hood lifters-hood will not stay up drivers door clunks starter compressor leaking axle seals and now i have a cracked head on the engine. The jeep just failed out of the…
ODI 10171510
Engine
200 jeep grand cherokee. 98000 miles engine surges on start and when idling. Surge rises to 2500 rpm falls to 1500, rises to 2000 etc until it reaches 700 rpm normal idle. When in operation the surge occurs and would move the car forward if brakes are not applied. Surge can also be felt when decelerating and braking. Intermittent but persistent problem for start up and operation. Does not occur often enough or for…
ODI 10162901
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 · 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
Engine · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Brakes keep failing. Shortly after purchasing the car in 1999 i returned to the dealer complaining about heavy brake pulsation at 30mph. They told me they fixed it but it continued doing it. I kept going back over and over again. The last time i went back was 3 weeks ago, and they again changed the brakes with newly designed brakes which supposedly would have fixed the problem. The dealer said they wouldn't cover…
ODI 10032790
Engine
While driving the consumer noticed smoke began emitting from under the hood. The consumer pulled over and vehicle was completely engulfed in flames in approximately 15 minutes. *nlm
ODI 10017744
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
2000 jeep grand cherokee stalls at stop lights and in stop and go traffic. Also accelerates on its own at stops..very dangerous. When it happens it also lunges forward while driving, and steering will lock up. *nlm
ODI 10018542
Engine
2000 jeep grand cherokee - defective, leaking timing chain cover.*jb
ODI 10008448
Engine
Timing belt wore out and tensioner has disengaged. Dealer has been contacted. Please give any further details.*ak
ODI 8002773