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.
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep grand cherokee. While approaching a stop, the vehicle stalled without warning. The failure occurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the idle control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer stated that the vin was included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v438000…
ODI 10639243
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep grand cherokee. The contact was driving approximately 50 mph when the vehicle activated in overdrive and caused the vehicle to shake violently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they advised the contact that the transmission torque converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and advised him that he was over the…
ODI 10443300
Power Train
When we put the car into reverse there was a rough jerk. We then put the car into drive but it was stuck in 3rd gear. The engine light is on. The car won't drive in anything but 3rd gear now and still jerks everytime we shift from park to reverse or drive. *tr
ODI 10448354
Power Train
Sometimes this vehicle acts as though it is stuck in its lowest gear. If i let the vehicle cool off for 3 or more hours it acts fine upon restart. I have found a transmission recall but don't know if it is the same problem. *tr
ODI 10434417
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 05v396000 (power train); however, the failure recurred. While driving approximately 40 mph, the heat was activated, and there was a odor of fumes coming from the vents. The contact also stated that there was smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle, and transmission fluid was leaking from…
Fire reported
ODI 10759703
Automatic Transmission · Power Train
I believe this recall applies to my vehicle. I have the v6 and same transmission it affected over 100,000 vehicles. A mechanic looked at the vehicle and confirmed the leak and shutter of the torkconverter. I bought the vehicle around the date of the recall issued and perhaps the dealership did not perform the fix prior to sale. Please help i don't want my car to go on fire. Recall id # 05v396000 - power…
ODI 10439203
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that there would be a burning smell released inside of the vehicle. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified, and advised that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 05v396000 (power train:automatic transmission). The contact was denied any assistance with repairs to the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure…
Fire reported
ODI 10448332
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Power Train
I "recall" driving one evening on a major highway in my recently purchased 05 grand cherokee when suddenly i lost all power. I was traveling in a congested area at 65 mph with lots of semi's surrounding me. Thank the god's i happen to be on the perfect incline leading to an off ramp at the time of this engine power failure. I'd hate to imagine the out come had i been one lane over a few seconds prior! My son who was…
ODI 10668093
Electrical System · Power Train · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Valve
2005 jeep cherokee. Consumer states several problems with vehicle including electrical, brake system issues, battery failure, alternator failure, 3 broken stems and repetitive issues with a transmission filter *tgw the consumer stated the transmission problem would often leave him stranded. The transmission would often cause the vehicle to lurch forward or backwards when the transmission finally engaged. The vehicle…
ODI 10387928
Power Train
2005 jeep grand cherokee. Consumer writes in regards to transmission failure and seeks reimbursement for repairs. *smd the consumer stated in february 2011, she parked her vehicle overnight in her garage, after having driven it throughout the day without problems. When she started it the next day, the gears would not engage. She spoke with a mechanic, who suggested the transfer case was in neutral. Subsequently, the…
ODI 10541682
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the vehicle would stall and downshift. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for examination. The dealer stated that the oil dip stick seal on the transmission was allowing water from the air conditioner evaporator to enter the transmission. The contact found the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number…
ODI 10436916
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Power Train
While driving my 2005 jeep(with my 2 year old daughter in the back)on a friday evening my dashboard lights and headlights went nuts. They flashed on and off for about 30 seconds and it was pitch black-i was going about 60mph. I decided to take it really slowly but keep on driving,i had issues earlier this year with some shifting module.i really get freaked out about this stuff when my daughters in the car but it was…
ODI 10369347
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
My 2005 jeep grand cherokee started acting up about a year after i purchased it and has progressively gotten worse and worse. It has problems shifting and identifying what gear it is in on a daily basis, for example when i put it in drive from park prnd will all be illuminated like it doesn't know what gear it is in and it will make a loud thud sound. Then when you drive it won't shift from first gear and will rev…
ODI 10446621
Power Train
We own a 2005 jeep grand cherokee. When the vehicle was 2 years old and at 35,000 miles the check engine light came on indicating the transmission control module. This was replaced under warranty. My husband was kind of concerned that they had the part in stock for a two year old vehicle but we had it fixed and went on. Now it is three years later at 89,000 miles and the same part needs to be replaced. They want us…
ODI 10354814
Power Train
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 jeep grand cherokee. The vehicle stalled while driving 60 mph. Periodically the contact had to drive the vehicle to the side of the road, turn it on and off and it would then restart right a way including resetting of the computer. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the vehicle needed a shifter control and a transmission module. The cost for the repairs were $1425. The…
ODI 10354335
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Sometimes when i drive the engine feels like it stalls out and my rpm's don't move, all the boxes around prnd light up and the check engine light comes on. I have to pull over and put the car in park or sometimes i have to turn it off. Once this is done the car continues to drive like nothing happened but the check engine light will stay on for a day. Sometimes it happens on the highway which is very scary to just…
ODI 10453328
Power Train
2005 jeep grand cherokee has numerous times over the last 5 years experienced sudden unexpected throttle surge. No accidents have resulted so far. This happens frequently and now friends with the same model car but different years have also experienced the same. *tr
ODI 10317669
Power Train
The bezel assembly malfunctioned by the gear shift sleeve bunching, which prevented the gear shift from staying in "drive". Without any physical manipulation, the gears shifted from "drive" to "neutral". *tr
ODI 10314847
Power Train
2005 jeep at car wash. Putting jeep from park to drive jeep went into high rev and struck car six feet in front of it. I have been involved with four of these and have special instructions for anyone handling these very unsafe vehicles. *tr
Crash reported
ODI 10298924
Power Train
2005 jeep cherokee while idling jumped form park to reverse, hitting another parked car, also knocked the owner to the ground while trying to stop the vehicle. *tr
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10277471
Electrical System · Power Train
Purchased vehicle 8/9/08. At this time only problem we was you had to press clock button for radio to work. During 2008 we noticed a lot of odd behavior in electrical areas. October 29, 2009 brought jeep to used car dealership with these complaints: first check engine light started coming on, then it began flashing, door chime starts dinging, illuminated areas dim & brighten-flashing, dashboard lights go crazy…
ODI 10441554
Power Train
Unintended acceleration of my jeep. I had it in park. I put my foot on the brake shifted to drive and the car accelerated with my foot still on the brake i shifted to neutral, the car continued to race for a few seconds. This is the third time it happened in 2 years. *tr
ODI 10250985
Power Train
I have a 2005 jeep grand cherokee laredo automatic with hemi engine. Several times, i had the vehicle suddenly accelerate when changing gear from park to drive or reverse. Fortunately, i always had my foot firm on the brake pedal and that prevented the vehicle to launch and cause damage to surroundings. This happened several times since 2005 when i purchased the vehicle. I took this vehicle to dealer for service and…
ODI 10252053
Power Train · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The dash board computer fails twice and information panel says brakes failing. Also transmission failure leading to sudden deacceleration from 40 to 20 mph and rpm shot up from 2 to 6. *nm
ODI 10175421
Power Train · Service Brakes
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and the contact noticed an intermittent knocking noise. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle jerked. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The contact was unsure about what needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. However, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not…
ODI 10692961