2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Engine And Engine Cooling Problems
- 25
- 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 25 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 11 |
| 1–30k mi | 6 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Having problem with the truck acting like it's going to over heat already replaced waterpump thermostat and new antifreeze new o2 sensors it only has 102,500 miles. *tr
ODI 10679877
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
I see that there is a recall for 2000-2002 jeep cherokee vehicles with the electric radiator fan. I am wondering if that recall or problem extended to the 2004 model as well. Every year since i purchase my jeep, used, i have had to replace the radiator. For some reason, it overheats and all of the coolant runs out. I have taken it to multiple mechanics and they all tell me that the radiator need to be replaced.…
ODI 10653162
Engine And Engine Cooling
2004 jeep grand cherokee. Consumer writes in regards to recall notice on crankshaft position sensor and ongoing issues concerning reimbursement of repairs *tgw the consumer stated he was never notified by chrysler about the crankshaft position sensor problem. He discovered the recall while doing research online. The vehicle was taken to the repair shop three times, before the issue was resolved. *jb
ODI 10458359
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 jeep grand cherokee laredo. The contact stated that the vehicle could not be started immediately and if so, the vehicle would stall. The vehicle had not been inspected by a dealer nor repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 185,000.
ODI 10447139
Engine And Engine Cooling
2004 jeep grand cherokee overland uncommanded throttle pedal movement. Car was in drive at a standstill on a slight grade, dry pavement. Throttle took off uncommanded. Drivers foot centered on brake pedal. Driver noticed throttle pedal was moving uncommanded. Pedal appeared depressed about an inch then returned to idle position then back down about an inch. After a few seconds throttle pedal returned to idle…
ODI 10397249
Engine And Engine Cooling · Unknown Or Other · Vehicle Speed Control
There are two issues, one being the issue with the engine dying once the vehicle is put into a forward or reverse position from either reverse or drive position. Second is the issue of the vehicle surging forward just prior to stopping. The engine will rev up just prior to stopping and start a hard but load rumbling due to the brakes being held and the vehicle wanting to drive forward. I have an appointment with my…
ODI 10375738
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that when the vehicle was taken to have a routine oil change service, the technicians refused to perform the oil change because the oil pan was rusted. The technicians advised that there was a possibility that the oil pan could rupture. The dealer was contacted and they advised that that there was nothing they could do to assist. The vehicle was not…
ODI 10447096
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 jeep grand cherokee. The contact accelerated from a complete stop driving 2 mph when the vehicle stalled. After several attempts, he was able to restart the vehicle. The failure recurred four times and the vehicle was taken to a local repair facility. The mechanic advised that the crankshaft sensor would need replacing. The failure and current mileage was 80,300. Updated 11/08/10 * bf the…
ODI 10350597
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that while attempting to change the oil, the oil fill cap broke in half resulting in half of the fill cap becoming stuck down in the oil valve. The contact stated that he no longer put oil in the vehicle due to the failure. The contact called the manufacturer who stated that the failure was a known issue. The vehicle had not been repaired when the…
ODI 10336372
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 jeep grand cherokee. While driving 25 mph the vehicle suddenly begun to loose power. In order to resume normal engine power the vehicle had to be shut off and then turned back on. The vehicle had not been diagnosed by the dealership and there were no prior warnings. The current and failure mileages were 92500.
ODI 10318546
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 jeep grand cherokee. While driving about 25 mph toward a green light to make a right turn, the vehicle then shut off. The vehicle lost all power therefore the driver could not make a right turn and the vehicle continued driving nt straight ahead. The failure caused the contact to crash head on into another vehicle. The driver attempted to apply pressure to the brakes to avoid the crash.…
Fire reported
ODI 10313924
Engine And Engine Cooling
Purchased in 2008 with 52,000 miles on it. Noise emanating from under dash, seemed like a vacuum unit loosing vacuum and then the creaking or closing of a door constantly after engine shutdown. This continued until it began putting hot air out of the passenger side with cold air out of the drivers side. Then the fan stopped working altogether. Inspected the wiring to the motor and found it to be overheated and…
ODI 10286064
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 jeep grand cherokee. When bringing the vehicle to a stop, the rpm's dropped below 5 mph. The vehicle also began shaking and shut off. The vehicle immediately restarts, but if the contact does not immediately accelerate, it will stall again. The vehicle has been to the dealer on three occasions and they have been unable to diagnose or repair the vehicle. The failure mileage was 50,200.…
ODI 10241263
Engine And Engine Cooling
2004 jeep grand cherokee laredo, 95,470 miles. Left engine bracket broke off vehicle while driving down the high-way @ apprx 65 miles per hour. I can't say that this is a defect, but i find it odd because it's not something i've heard of happening against an on-road driven vehicle. *tr
ODI 10231987
Automatic Transmission · Engine And Engine Cooling · Vehicle Speed Control
While on the website of consumer affairs i noticed that there was an issue with automatic acceleration on the 2004 jeep grand cherokee laredo which i own and have experience this happening luckily i have always been in control of the situation, and frequent stalling. Either it jumps at a red light or it stalls, stalling is better, not being able to bring it to a shop due to financing, i try to stay on top of it,…
ODI 10227215
Engine And Engine Cooling
Head gasket failure within warranty period - daimler chrysler corp refused to honor warranty. *jb
ODI 10188388
Accelerator Pedal · Engine And Engine Cooling · Pedals And Linkages
Dt*: the contact stated the motor to the adjustable pedals became inoperable causing the accelerator and brake pedals to be out of alignment. The accelerator pedal moved down and the brake pedal moved up. The vehicle was driven to the dealer who determined the motor needed to be replaced.
ODI 10176140
Engine And Engine Cooling · Unknown Or Other
Purchased new 2004 jeep from dealer. Within the first month of ownership, i began experiencing occasional, intermittent engine problems at start-up-- the engine would run very rough, shaking the vehicle. The service light in the dash would flash. If driven, the engine would stall unless the accelerator was continually pressed. After a few of these events, we discovered that, if turned off, after about 5 minutes, the…
ODI 10178277
Engine And Engine Cooling · Starter Assembly
Submission in regards to problems experienced with 2004 jeep grand cherokee after a safety recall service at the bayside chrysler jeep dodge dealership certified mail. *ts *jb
ODI 10157374
Engine And Engine Cooling
At 17,000 miles my 2004 jeep grand cherokee laredo freedom v-8 4.7 ho engine developed a rough idle. The dealer cleaned out the fuel injector and the problem did not go away. 2nd time they put it on the computer and couldn't find anything wrong. The #2 piston popped in and out so the mechanics agreed something was wrong and recommended a new engine; but the manager wouldn't do anything. They agree the vehicle runs…
ODI 10157144
Automatic Transmission · Engine And Engine Cooling
While driving vehicle stalled. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak this car stalled no less than 12 times. Afraid to pull into traffic with this car. Power steering leaked, clicking noise from transmission when put into gear. *bf
ODI 10089822
Engine And Engine Cooling
While idling at a stop light the front end begin to shake violently then the engine would stall. *ak *nm
ODI 10083811
Engine And Engine Cooling
When at a stop light vehicle shut off. Also, it shut off when warming up the vehicle. The problem could not duplicated by the dealer. *ak
ODI 10106957
Engine And Engine Cooling
Vehicle shook and stalled unexpectedly while it was coming to a stop. Took vehicle dealer for testing 10 times, but the cause was still undetermined.*ak
ODI 10109046
Electrical · Engine And Engine Cooling · Ignition
My 2004 jeep grand cherokee has a defect in the ecm that chrysler is aware of but will do nothing to fix this problem currently. The vehicle's engine has died at stop lights, it has stumbled, and/or hesitated upon accelerating from stop, and runs so poorly at an idle while setting it shakes the whole vehicle. Chrysler is aware of the problem but is doing nothing to fix this problem on the 2004 grand cherokee's. I…
ODI 10062647