2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Power Train Problems
- 152
- 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 152 stored complaint records:
- 10 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 5 indicate fire
What owners report
- electrical system · 32 records
- transfer case · 31 records
- power train · 24 records
- system power · 20 records
- wheel drive · 17 records
- failure recurred · 16 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 48 |
| 100–150k mi | 46 |
| 150–400k mi | 14 |
| 30–60k mi | 13 |
| 1–30k mi | 7 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Power Train
Tl- the contact owns a 2005 jeep grand cherokee. The contact received nhtsa recall campaign number 13v175000 (electrical system , power train). The vehicle was taken to the dealer who reprogrammed the final drive controller module and performed the recall repair; however, the remedy lasted two weeks. The service all wheel drive system warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle would not shift into neutral. The…
ODI 10596052
Electrical System · Power Train
Dealer ship did the n23 recall for nhtsa id# 13v175000. Since recall procedure was done, transfer case won't operate properly. Cannot shift into 4-low or shift transfer case into neutral for towing behind another vehicle. No satisfaction from chrysler to repair the damage done by the recall. Vehicle cannot operate properly in off road or inclement weather situations. *tr
ODI 10560183
Electrical System · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that the gear lever failed to shift into neutral after numerous attempts. The failure occurred after the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 13v175000 (electrical system, power train). The vehicle was taken to the dealer ten times, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was…
ODI 10605340
Electrical System · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 13v175000 (electrical system , power train). Immediately after the repair was performed, the vehicle would not function in the neutral gear. The vehicle was taken to three different dealers where the actuator was replaced and reprogrammed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The…
ODI 10556206
Power Train
We bought a 2005 jeep grand cherokee and use this vehicle to tow behind our motor home from that time until the present. This requires that the transfer case be shifted into neutral before towing. We have had no problems with this shifting procedure for all of the years that we have owned this vehicle (mileage 67000) until we had a safety recall from chrysler (n23/nhtsa 13v-[redacted] controller module) preformed on…
ODI 10553766
Electrical System · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle was serviced under nhtsa campaign number: 13v175000 (electrical system, power train).the contact noticed that after the recall service, the gear failed to shift properly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where repairs were made, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the incident. The…
ODI 10544984
Power Train
Carried my jeep 4wd in for n23 recall. I use low lock all the time on the farm. Never had any prior problems. Was'nt going to even do the recall but got to thinking if problem did occur vehicle could roll on me while i was alone. Had recall done. That saturday tried low lock and got "service transfer case" on instrument panel. Could not select low. Tried many times with no success. Carried back to dealer. Said they…
ODI 10576933
Power Train
Chrysler sent out a letter for the n23 recall. I had the recall performed and now have no 4wd low as well as many others. The local dealership has tried replacing my actuator twice knowing that the recall had messed it up. Someone needs to stand up at chrysler and figure this out. There are many of us with this problem. Most might not even know bc they probably do not use their 4wd low. *tr
ODI 10559729
Engine · Power Train
The vehicle was parked and i attempted to start the vehicle. The car was operating properly 3 minutes prior to attempted starts. The first attempt, the engine fired up and revved up but immediately died. Subsequent attempts were similar. After about 4 or 5 attempts, there was a large rattling noise and the engine became impossible to start. After towing the vehicle to a mechanic and having them open up the engine,…
ODI 10537767
Power Train
Jeep is performing n23 recall for fdcm on wks. Software fix is broken. Recall is forcing component replacements, further flashing, and locked 4wd-lo vehicles. They are denying n23 recall is problem. I do not believe this is a single occurrence. Please see: http://www.jeepforum.com/forum/f67/n23-recall-issue-no-4-low-1561787/ (these are only those who have mentioned it, and out of those the ones who use 4wd…
ODI 10557489
Power Train
The transmission would not shift unless the traction control light was lit. All or some of the dash lights flash sporadically. The results have been two destroyed transmissions. Neither chrysler dealers nor chrysler have been able to suggest a solution. *tr
ODI 10712424
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns 2005 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that while driving 50 mph, the vehicle stalled and down shifted independently. The check engine light was also illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to a local mechanic, who stated that the transmission was defective. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign i.d. 13v175000 (electrical system , power train) but did not call the…
ODI 10522631
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Power Train
Well they say third times a charm...or will it be death? The first incident happened when i was alone in the vehicle as i was making a left hand turn across traffic my jeep just shut down leaving me powerless..by that i mean nothing no steering no breaks no nothing! Thank the gods there was no oncoming traffic at the time. The second time was a bit more nerving as my 6 year old son and myself were on the highway…
ODI 10864420
Engine · Power Train
Engine stalls when coming to a stop. This stalling at a stop only happens a few minutes into driving and disappears after about 1/2 hr of driving. The stall can be prevented by pushing the (automatic) transmission into neutral. (i.e. This looks to be a transmission control problem, not an engine idle problem). Jeep dealer had car for two days and was able to reproduce stall but could not find cause and fix the…
ODI 10618190
Body · Power Train
On june 11, 2013, i pulled into a convenience store parking lot. I put my (2005 jeep grand cherokee) in park & got out (the engine was still running). After a moment or so, my jeep started rolling forward. It rolled between the fueling islands & it was headed towards the street. My jeep hit a yellow pole & that stopped it from rolling into the street. (the yellow pole is a safety pole that protects the fire…
Crash reported
ODI 10535245
Power Train
After seeing the recall on the 2005 grand cherokee on the national news i contacted jeep in reference to the recall as we own a 2005 grand cherokee. I was informed that because of our model was an a model it was not covered under the recall. We experience our vehicle not shifting properly and have researched the recall and it describes what our problem is and it is the same as the recall. I feel that jeep should…
ODI 10705093
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, it rolled away in reverse and crashed into the contact. The contact suffered a knee injury. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired. The contact did not call the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 88,000.
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10542144
Electrical System · Power Train
This has happened a lot. While driving all the intrument lights will flash, causing the ac/heater to turn off and on, headlights to go off, and traction control to turn off. Twice recently the vehicle has shifted itself into reverse with the gear selector still in drive. I have taken it to a shop and they went through the entire electrical system and could not find a source for this problem. All jeep owners i have…
ODI 10486493
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep grand cherokee laredo. The contact stated that while driving up a hill at 35 mph, the vehicle shuddered upon acceleration. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who replaced the transmission fluid and then informed the contact that the torque converter clutch needed to be replaced. The dealer informed the contact that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 05v396000 (power…
ODI 10498038
Air Bags · Power Train · Visibility/Wiper
My airbag light has come on and it, has me scare of what might happen and my truck drives like it has a transmission problem. It takes a while changing gear my steering wheel make a loud clicking sound as i turn.. While driving turning. There are so many problems with this truck from day one.. *tr
ODI 10929474
Power Train
Car made a whining noise at 35-45 m.p.h. Bought new tires and alignment. It turned out to be the rear differential. It was rebuilt for $1200. One week later it made a higher pitched whine. A chrysler employee told me that beginning in 2005, chrysler outsourced for cheaper bearings,and they were defective. He said they are no longer made. A whole new diff and axles had to be installed for another $2800. It still…
ODI 10483330
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
While driving for about 30 minutes, the gears changed from drive to the 3rd gear. Transmission reves up and the check engine light comes on. After coming to a stop, and restarting it, it sometimes goes back to drive mode, but reverts back to the third gear, displays "3" and stays there. Took it to a mechanic, could not fix. Dealer claims no recalls for this problem, but online blogs show plenty of people with the…
ODI 10471371
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that the check engine light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer advised the contact that there was a manufacturer's recall for the transmission tube oil seal but the recall could not be performed due to an extensive back log. The contact stated that the repair had exceeded a reasonable time frame. The vehicle was…
ODI 10460059
Electrical System · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
My 2005 jeep grand cherokee (first incident) while turning a corner at approximately 15-20mph revved up, would not shift, and prnd were all lit up on the dash, as well as the engine light came on. After a few starts the engine light has gone off. Second incident, from dead stop at a light and accelerating, same issue. Engine light goes off again. This has now occurred 4 times within 2 months and is a safety hazard…
ODI 10457523
Power Train
I bought this vehicle through a finance company so the dealer got paid i pay a note i felt a shudder like lose of power i was told by dealer to put gas treatment in tank it was prob bad gas this was 4 days after i drove off the lot then my grandbaby almost gets run over when i put in gear park and got out i hear everyone screaming that the jeep was moving i jump in expecting to see it still in drive but to my shock…
ODI 10704349