2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee Engine And Engine Cooling Problems
- 24
- 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 24 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- engine light · 5 records
- loud bang · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 8 |
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine And Engine Cooling
I have contacted jeep and was told that they would not correct or authorize repair for this, even when i had the f25 safety recall notice. They repaired this problem a few years back, but their 'fix' was to install the same type of fan as was previously recalled. It failed again recently while i was in a parking lot - this time, when it broke, it slung the broken blade into the cowling and left a huge hole in this…
ODI 10618683
Air Bags · Engine And Engine Cooling · Parking Brake · Power Train · Support Device/Strut · Visibility
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that she received nhtsa recall campaign number: 12v527000 (air bags) over a year ago. The dealer was notified several times but the parts were not available which she considered to be a major safety issue especially since her air bag warning lamp was illuminated. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
ODI 10562862
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Engine And Engine Cooling
I was driving on university approaching the stop light on 66th st in lubbock tx, as slowing down from approximately 35 mph, i heard an overwhelming loud bang come from the front of the jeep, it shook the entire vehicle it felt like i had hit someones car. I was getting leaving lubbock headed home to plainview. Me and my daughter stopped at walmart where i left my vehicle idling for no more than three to ten minutes…
ODI 10472494
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Engine And Engine Cooling
My ac system is faulty. Hot and cold air blows at the same time. Windows constantly fog up and i can't see. Getting blend door codes on the climate control reader. *tr
ODI 10484648
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle would stall as soon as it was started. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they advised him that they were unable to diagnose the failure but replaced the fuel pump. The failure recurred on an intermittent basis. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 175,100. The vin was…
ODI 10450753
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated the fan relay module failed on the vehicle. When the part failed it caused the fan for the radiator stop working and the vehicle would over heat. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who confirmed the fan relay module failed and it was defective. The contact stated the failure was a manufacturers defect. The current mileage on the vehicle was 129,682.
ODI 10434067
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph or while idling, the check engine light would illuminate and the engine would overheat. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop and the engine cooling fan was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated…
ODI 10425281
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Window Devices And Controls
I own a 2002 jeep cherokee 4x4 quad drive ,i recently broke down had to be towed. The problem was cooling fan. Due to the relay switch. This is just one of many electrical problems i have with this jeep the door lock motors failed the windows failed on both driver and passenger side doors the bk hatch failed. The cost for the relay pkg was 347.59 i have yet to replace passengerside window operator and driverside…
ODI 10269465
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 jeep grand cherokee. While driving approximately 5 mph, part of the radiator fan fell off of the vehicle. On another occasion the remainder of the fan fell off of the vehicle. Both failures occurred approximately one week ago without warning. There was a very loud popping sound and she observed that a piece of the plastic fan was on the ground. The dealer also confirmed that the vin is a…
ODI 10236572
Engine And Engine Cooling
INTAKE MANIFOLD CRACK FEEDING CYLINDER #1. *TR
ODI 10221100
Engine And Engine Cooling
Failure of heater to deliver warmed air to the passenger side (this model has a dual heat control). In investigating this problem, it became clear that this is a very frequent issue with this model, often occurring at 50-70000 miles,filling many chat room threads, and even leading to an independently manufactured fix. (the "heater treater"--easily found by google or ebay). The problem apparently is due to cheap…
ODI 10231249
Engine And Engine Cooling
When i tried to start my 2002 jeep grand cherokee, there was a loud bang and the smell of something that had burned. The next day i had the vehicle towed to the dealer. I was told that the intake manifold blew off and the parts are on backorder. It has now been over a month and i was told it will be another month before parts will be received. The dealer told me they had never seen an incident of the type i…
ODI 10208638
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fan/Motor · Ignition · Wiring
1)unknown, purchased as pre-owned 2)vehicle won't start right away, turn key to start then wait approx 10 seconds and try again, typically will then start, all other electrical parts would come on. On two occasions vehicle was towed because it would not start at all. Entire electrical system went haywire, no gauges, power windows and locks did not work. Heat/ac blower randomly works. 3)computer was replaced, starter…
ODI 10188907
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*- the contact is not happy with the service that he received from the chrysler corporation. The contact has received a recall notice on his 2002 jeep grand cherokee. The notice said that he had to contact the aaa to have the vehicle towed to dealership. The contacted stated that dealership will not reimburse him for the vehicle being towed. The recall is for the electrical radiator fan. The dealership gave…
ODI 10176505
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
2002 grand cherokee overheated and had to be towed to mechanic. Fan blade separated from the fan, which put a hole in the radiator. *ts the failure occurred on august 24, 2006. The consumer feels that the failure stems from a recall that was issued on august 30, 2006 by daimler chrysler. The dealer that serviced the vehicle indicated that the vehicle would not be covered under the recall because the failure occurred…
ODI 10173250
Bead · Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
2002 laredo engine light and service light illuminated. *ts when the consumers vehicle was returned to him, the engine light was still on and other problems had surfaced. The consumer believed the dealership didn't do anything to the vehicle but create more problems. *jb the vehicle used excessive amounts of antifreeze. The transmission malfunctioned. The four wheel drive could not be used. The check engine light…
ODI 10157359
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Hub · Hydraulic Power Assist System · Latch · Unknown Or Other · Valve
This is my 4th jeep. Here is a little background on this issue. I purchased a 2002 jeep grand cherokee, the overland edition. The dealership pushed buying a used certified jeep vehicle! They mentioned the extended warranty that would take care of any issues that the jeep had during the last years of my ownership. I went in the dealership looking to purchase a new vehicle but they told me all the added benefits /…
ODI 10140626
Engine And Engine Cooling
I was driving on interstate 68 in maryland when engine failed. Douglas motors a member of the chrysler group informs me the engine failed due to sludge. Engine oil has been changed every 3000 to 5000 miles with 5w 30. Chrysler offers no help except i should of taken the extends warranty. *jb
ODI 10137921
Engine And Engine Cooling
Heard plastic breaking, thought i had run over something. Then loud breaking plastic noise, then coolant low light came on, then engine began smoking and over heating. Front fan came apart and broke through radiator. Had to replace fan module and radiator. Replaced thermostat and flushed cooling system. *jb
ODI 10135311
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fan
The radiator electric cooling fan suffered a catastrophic failure. The fan blew apart with a loud bang as car was placed into drive to leave a parking lot. The owner thought he had hit something and checked the exterior of car. The disintegration of the fan blade blew a hole through the radiator fan shroud which was probably the loud bang. This caused coolant to overheat and air conditioner to stop functioning when…
ODI 10098367
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
The vehicle experienced problem since it was leased. There were engine and electrical trouble. The vehicle had been back to the dealer many times. *ak *sc
Crash reported
ODI 10053499
Engine And Engine Cooling · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 jeep grand cherokee. Since the day the vehicle was purchased, the contact feels a vibration when driving 30-45 mph. The failure occurs when the brakes are applied. The dealer stated that the brakes were 50% worn. The manufacturer stated that nothing could be done. The vehicle has yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was 2 and current mileage was 20,000. Updated 01-15-08. *kb the dealer…
ODI 10211140
Engine And Engine Cooling
While driving at any speed and without warning the vehicle will heavily jerk and then the engine light will come on and stay on the remainder of the time vehicle is being operated. Dealer notified. Ts *dt
ODI 10005977
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Concern regarding safety of brakes, shake very noticeably when brakes applied. Replaced front rotors and calipers. *bf there was continuing unresolved brake problems. The steering would also shake when the brakes were applied, the shaking and pulsation problem worsened, the cd changer had an internal fault, there was a fault in the transmission governor pressure sensor, the transmission leaked from the t casse…
ODI 10101020