2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee Fuel/Propulsion System Problems
- 20
- 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
- fuel tank · 13 records
- failure mileage · 4 records
- check engine · 4 records
- engine light · 4 records
- rear collision · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 150–400k mi | 5 |
| 100–150k mi | 4 |
| 60–100k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Fuel/Propulsion System
The fuel rail pulsation damper is leaking gasoline creating an environmental and safety hazard. This fuel rail assembly is on national backorder and not available. We need to elevate this situation in order to get a satisfactory repair procedure in effect. This is not an acceptable way for a national dealer to care for their vehicles, leaving the consumer to fend for themselves searching endlessly for a solution.…
ODI 11206494
Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
The casing holding the gas tank up in a safe manner has deteriated to a point that the fuel tank is now in danger of scraping the pavement while moving.
ODI 11221796
Fuel/Propulsion System
The 2001 jeep grand cherokees have an issue where the injectors get really hot and cause engine misfire and could catch on fire due to the exhaust manifold being right underneath them. The recall was already issue for these jeeps by providing insulators that are put on the injectors and between on the injectors and the exhaust manifold. My jeep already had the insulator installed but because the valve cover gasket…
ODI 11121983
Body · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that the fuel tank gathered rust and corrosion. Also, the undercarriage was corroded and pieces were falling off. The contact believed that the fuel tank cover may have fallen off and it was wet; however, the contact was unsure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The failure…
ODI 11216940
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 jeep grand cherokee. The contact noticed that the fuel tank support system was rusted. The vehicle was taken to williams brothers chrysler dodge jeep ram of dundee ([redacted], dundee, mi 48131) where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank support system was rusted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure…
ODI 11196413
Body · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that the fuel tank was below the bumper. The dealer riverhead dodge (located at 642 w main st, riverhead, ny 11901; [redacted]) was contacted and confirmed that there was nothing the dealer could do since there was no recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted at [redacted] and stated that there was no recalls…
ODI 11010618
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
Fuel/Propulsion System
I am concerned that my gas tank is a hazard if in a rear end collision. My gas tank is in the rear of the jeep and if hit in the back would be the first thing to impact. It looks the same as the jeeps that have been recalled. But i don't see a recall.
ODI 10855521
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
Fuel/Propulsion System
Plastic fuel tank is located in rear of vehicle without adequate protection in the event of a rear end accident vehicle is not equipped with a trailer hitch. I an concerned for the safety of my family in the event of a rear end accident. Brought vehicle to chrysler dealer, service adviser said there is no recall for this vehicle... *tr
ODI 10704555
Fuel/Propulsion System
I want to know if safety recall for rear end fuel tank explosions is still in effect on these vehicles 01&02. *tr
ODI 10702335
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 jeep grand cherokee. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 02v104000 (fuel system, gasoline). The dealer stated that the parts needed to complete the recall repair were not available, and that they were waiting on an approved remedy from nhtsa in order to proceed with the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure.
ODI 10701983
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle was equipped with a plastic fuel tank located between the rear axles. The contact mentioned that there was no tow hitch installed on the vehicle and was concerned that in the event of a crash, the fuel tank would catch on fire. The contact did not experience a failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue.
ODI 10689655
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated while driving 30 mph, there was an abnormal noise coming from the bottom of the vehicle. The contact discovered that the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 136,000.
ODI 10716750
Fuel/Propulsion System
I was told back on 11/21/2014 that my jeep had a recall on it i was told to contact my local chrysler dealer so i did the guy was so rude i thought for get this, but then i kept on hearing about jeeps like mine if rear-ended the gas tanks would burst into flames with no time to get out, so your dead then i saw pictures of many many 2001 just like mine in very graphic detail and because of my husband getting into a…
ODI 11043593
Fuel/Propulsion System
I am concerned that my after market towing package is not up to code to protect my family from a rear end collision. I understand that my model jeep is at high risk for rear end collision fatalities. *tr
ODI 10640054
Fuel/Propulsion System
Nothing has happened at this point, however i am very concerned with this fuel tank issue. I have 3 small children that ride in what would be the most dangerous place should i get re-ended and have a fire/explosion. I think it is absurd that they are refusing the recall or offering a fix. I cannot afford to go buy a new vehicle and had i known about this issue, i certainly would have never purchased it. I am very…
ODI 10519710
Fuel/Propulsion System
Twice in last 8 months, on my jeep grand cherokee, i've got a check engine light w/ obd code 0442 (evaporative emission control system leak detected). Could this small fuel vapor leak add to the likely hood of a fire in a rear collision? *tr
ODI 10515227
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that every time he refueled, fuel would spew back out from the top of the fuel tank. The contact also mentioned that gasoline fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vin was not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 135,000 and…
ODI 10462786
Fuel/Propulsion System
Some jeep grand cherokees were recalled to install trailer hitches to prevent gas tank involvement in the event of rear end collisions. My vehicle has not been included. I do not want my daughter to be injured or killed if she is rear ended. I feel that there are not enough owners left in this vehicle age group to make the outcry that resulted in the recall and fix of more recent models. However, the gas tank in my…
ODI 10573390