2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee Automatic Transmission Problems
- 35
- 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 35 stored complaint records:
- 5 indicate a crash
- 4 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- transmission replaced · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 6 |
| 1–30k mi | 5 |
| 60–100k mi | 5 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission · Exhaust System · Front · Fuel System, Gasoline · Fuel System, Other · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Water Heater
Over the past three years my power windows slid down. One left rear a few years ago slid down as we were going down the road. Rt passenger side down about a year later. January 2nd my passenger side window did the same. I took it into the shop and mechanic said it was the regulator, it would be 300.00 to fix it, he said yep that's common in jeeps. I have a friend who has a 2002 jeep, same problem with all four....…
ODI 10265413
Automatic Transmission
Sudden acceleration once again by those wonderful jeep cherokees. 2001 exiting a carwash in the chicagoland area. This is the third in less than 2 years. Now that these jeeps are getting more miles on them this is going to happen alot!!!!!!!!!! Beware!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! *tr
ODI 10265142
Automatic Transmission
Incident happened in mall parking lot. Tried to put jeep in reverse and vehicle did not go into gear. Put vehicle in park, checked to make certain emergency brake was not on then put in reverse again. This time it accelerated extremely fast and backed into a parked car behind me which slid into car next to it, which slid into the car next to it. It happened in about 1/4 second and damaged 4 cars, counting the jeep.…
Crash reported
ODI 10219881
Automatic Transmission
2001 jeep grand cherokee laredo purchased new in april 2001. At 66,842 miles the overdrive snap ring broke into 3 pieces and wedged into the park pawl. When the vehicle was put into park, it would roll. The transmission had to be reworked with all new seals and gaskets and the damaged overdrive components had to be replaced. Although i found documentation online that stated the transmission warranty had been…
ODI 10153472
Automatic Transmission · Floor Shift
Dt*: the contact stated the gear shift position indicator was placed in park with the engine running and the driver attempted to exit the vehicle. The transmission unexpectedly jumped into drive while the door was ajar, this resulted in the contact being thrown underneath the moving vehicle. After traveling over the contact's legs the vehicle continued forward motion until it rolled over a twenty foot embankment and…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10149532
Alternator/Generator/Regulator · Automatic Transmission · Emission Control · Power Window Devices And Controls · Rotor
1. Window regulator faulty: 1st incident occurred 9/2003 at 40,000 mi; driver window fell down due to faulty window regulator. Although warranty had expired, manufacture replaced, charged me $50 deductible. 2nd incident occurred 11/05 at 79,700 mi.; front passing window, it fell down due to faulty window regulator. Dealer stated known problem, as did daimler chrysler, but told me i would have to file a complaint…
ODI 10142886
Automatic Transmission
My 2001 jeep grand cherokee had a defective transmission cable. This morning when i moved the truck from the driveway, i put it in park and proceeded to exit the vehicle. The vehicle continued to roll down the road. I quickly reacted and engaged the parking brake. I have two small children and my wife usually drives the truck. If this had happened while she was driving, the results could have been devastating. *jb
ODI 10135798
Automatic Transmission
Dt: the engine light came on. The consumer took the vehicle to a transmission shop. They said there were few problems with it from the manufacturer. Took to a transmission shop because the owners manual said that it could be from transmission slipping. *ak the original parts on the transmission were replaced due to failure. *jb
ODI 10126179
Automatic Transmission · Axle Hubs
Shifting cable was replaced after failure. Jeep was "slipping" in gear. I was run over by the vehicle after putting it in park and getting out. Vehicle began "slipping" in gear again. I had no reverse. Took it to the dealer and they said a lever was loose on the tranny and they tightened it. Still slipping. *jb
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10109953
Automatic Transmission
The vehicle failed to accelerate. The engine revved up and the vehicle wouldn't accelerate beyond 2nd gear. The vehicle was towed to the dealership and the transmission was replaced because it had burned out. The failure recurred one month later, the vehicle stopped accelerating and felt like it was in neutral. The vehicle was towed to the dealership and the transmission was replaced again because of the same…
ODI 10103403
Automatic Transmission
Consumer complained about a transmission problem. When accelerating from the start position vehicle did not pick up any speed until it reached 35 mph or greater. *ak
ODI 10089880
Automatic Transmission
When engaging into drive vehicle jerked violently. Dealer stated transmission governor pressure solenoid failed. *ak
ODI 10080314
Automatic Transmission
Transmission/powertrain/electrical components/brakes at just over 36,000 miles the powertrain/transmission module failed. There were three minor incidents where when i was accelerating normal into traffic the transmission roared and spun, but the vehicle would not move, i shifted into neutral after letting up on the gas, then shifted back into drive and the transmission "kicked in". The fourth time this occurred,…
ODI 10065858
Automatic Transmission
2001 jeep cherokee laredo. Transmission valve body failed at 43000 miles and needed to be replaced. I was informed by the service shop that chrysler has an ongoing problem with the transmission body valves for this type of vehicle. *jb
ODI 10064046
Automatic Transmission
The automatic transmission on my wife's 2001 grand cherokee went out at 42,000 miles this vehicle has never been used for towing or heavy duty use and has been properly maintaned. *ak
ODI 10080723
Automatic Transmission
When accelerating from a stopped position, vehicle feels sluggish, as though it is starting from second or third gear. When stopping, a loud clunking noise is heard. Rough and erratic shifting is felt as the transmission downshifts. With a vehicle with less than 27,000 miles on it, the transmission does not seem to be working normally (at least as normal as any other automatic transmissions i have had over the…
ODI 10041516
Automatic Transmission
While driving the vehicle shifted into reverse. The transmission had to be replaced. *nlm
ODI 10020090
Automatic Transmission
Vehicle was running, in the park position, no driver in driver's seat, accellerated in reverse striking vehicle which was parallel parked behind vehicle, catapulted forward, striking vehicle paralleled parked in front of vehicle.
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10000271
Automatic Transmission
TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *AK
ODI 8018255
Automatic Transmission
I first called the dealership; they reported there were no recalls on this type of defeat. Then i reported the incident to my insurance company. I later found there is an investagation on this happening to jeeps. I did $8,000 damage to my jeep and another car. No safety defect listed. *ak
Crash reported
ODI 766027
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Automatic Transmission · Differential Unit · Exterior · Foundation Components · Suspension · Tail Lights · Windshield
While driving, consumer applied brakes and without warning brakes made noise and skipped. *ak the rear axle seals were leaking. Left front out side mirror was loose. The right front window rattles. The rear hatch light was inoperable. The brakes pulsated and the rotors were resurfaced. Shock absorber makes noise when hitting slight bumps. The vehicle rattle in front at 15-30 mph. The front tires were wearing out due…
ODI 8014323
Automatic Transmission
Vehicle will either not engage transmission after shifting (for about 10 seconds) or less commonly will suddenly accelerate on its own when put in reverse requiring hard pressure of the brakes to stop the vehicle. Both events are probably related but dealer/chrysler state they can not duplicate the problem. I find this to be a dangerous, life threatening defect and i believe it occurs to other jeep as well. I will…
ODI 768973
Automatic Transmission · Gasoline
While traveling on highway vehicle stalls without prior warning, and will not restart. Dealership is aware of problem.*ak transmission was hard to shift. *yh
ODI 8009698
Automatic Transmission
I suffered serious injuries as a result of this failure and have incurred large medical bills. I am aware that other years of this model have been recalled, but not the 2001. This defect continues in the 2001 vehicles. My vehicle suffered no damage and there was no property damage. My medical bills are continuing as i am still being treated for my injuries. *ak
1 injury
ODI 758752
Automatic Transmission
Vehicle has a ticking sound when t approaching a hill. Also, transmission has a hard drive. Dealership is aware of problem. *ak
ODI 895613