2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee Engine Problems
- 15
- 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 15 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 3 indicate fire
What owners report
- check engine · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
THE CAR COOLANT FINISHED
ODI 11170811
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
This jeep will run fine, but when it comes to red lights and idle, the car will shut off and not turn on again for atleast 10 minutes. Spent about 3,000 usd to fix at multiple mechanic and the issue remains. Why has jeep never taken the time to recall this issue as it can cause the lives of many drivers.
ODI 11064632
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Gasoline odor/check engine light have had this vehicle machanically checked the smell of fuel on startup with window lowered is overpowering..the check engine light came on and i had the vehicle plugged into service computer..was told too check gas cap/replace..which i did..the gasoline odor is still present and the check engine light is back on..so new gas cap isnt the problem. There are no leaks anywhere on the…
ODI 10872909
Engine
I took my vehicle into larson jeep dodge in puyallup, wa to have two recalls preformed. One of the open recall campaigns are recall f25. This recall involves replacing the electric cooling fan. If not replaced it could separate causing damage to the radiator, engine, or bodily injury. I picked up my vehicle on the day that it was in the service department. I signed and was giving a repair order number jecs380694…
ODI 10838776
Engine · Exterior Lighting · Fuel/Propulsion System
On sept.2, 2014 i had my 2011 jeep grand cherokee towed to the nearsest dealer, milford chrysler, milford, pa. I was driving the day before with family when the vehicle suddenly stalled in an entrance to a parking lot just avoiding an accident. Message center showed key not detectable. Several attempts later it turned over. To play it safe i returned home to exchange vehicles. It was making hissing sounds so i left…
ODI 10918060
Body · Engine · Wheels
Vehicle was crashed into a cement pole head on. Radiator broken completely, engine as been pushed up all the way to the windshield, headlight flew off tires popped, yet airbag didn't deploy. As a result i suffer from chest and rib bruising from hitting steering wheel.
Crash reported
ODI 10765170
Engine · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 mph, the steering wheel seized without warning. The vehicle was turned off. After restarting, the vehicle resumed normally. The failure recurred a second time. On a separate occasion, the vehicle stalled without warning and restarted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of…
ODI 10746783
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the temperature gauge started to rise indicating that the vehicle was over heating. After inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the blades attached to the motor fan fractured into pieces. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact stated that the vehicle was…
ODI 10735940
Engine · Power Train
My jeep grand cherokee lost power while driving. I was able to pull over with difficulty. I then put in park and was able to get engine started and drove back home. My husband checked out and thought i might have bumped the key since i need the seat so close in order to touch the pedals. I heard on the tv there was a recall on models 2005-2007. Why not on older? If i had been going any faster i might not have been…
ODI 10615994
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start and the check engine indicator illuminated. An independent mechanic stated that the tipm needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 30,000.
ODI 10610314
Engine · Power Train
I was driving down the road yesterday in my jeep grand cherokee and the throttle went wide open on me, i tried to get it to stop by tapping the gas thinking it was just a little stuck, but it would not stop so i immediately pulled over, had to slam it into gear, got out and ran into a gas station and had them call 911, came back out and my jeep was shooting flames out of my exhaust and the entire under carriage was…
Fire reported
ODI 10523368
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
I was driving about 45 mph when my jeep accelerated, i tried tapping the gas pedal in hopes that it would affect it. That didn't help, i had both feet on the brake, i pulled the e-break and it still wouldn't stop and i was redlining. I finally saw a redlight and decided to throw it in park and it rolled another 50 feet or so before finally coming to a stop. I jumped out and ran because it was still stuck and…
Fire reported
ODI 10523234
Body · Engine · Power Train
I was driving in the rain going the speed limit. My jeep hit a pool of water on the surface of the highway and started to skid and hydroploane. The next thing i knew it was flipping over and landed on the shoulder of the highway. I was lucky to be wearing my seat belt. I was suspended upside down by my seatbelt. I was able to unbuckle it and crawl out the drivers side window which was completely blown out. Seconds…
Crash reported · Fire reported
ODI 10495134
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 jeep grand cherokee. While stopped at a stop light, the contact noticed a large amount of white smoke emitting from the tail pipe. The temperature gauge reading increased. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing who stated that the hydraulic fan module would have to be replaced. Additionally, the heat would not activate. The technician stated that the blend door would…
ODI 10478058
Engine
Complete engine failure caused the vehicle to suddenly loose all power. Upon further investigation, the piston skirt had cracked and eventually broke away causing a complete failure of the engine. Resolution was to replace the engine. This is a fairly common problem with the jeep 4.0 engine after the piston was redesigned around 2000-2001. Jeep should have recalled the vehicles and replaced the pistons before they…
ODI 10503462