2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Automatic Transmission Problems
- 71
- 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 71 stored complaint records:
- 5 indicate a crash
- 4 indicate injury
- 3 indicate fire
What owners report
- automatic transmission · 12 records
- check engine · 7 records
- engine light · 6 records
- power train · 5 records
- transmission recall · 5 records
- transmission failed · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 46 |
| 30–60k mi | 9 |
| 60–100k mi | 5 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission
I have a 2005 jeep cherokee with 3,000 miles. I took it in for a transmission seal recall, e13. Two days after it was serviced, i was on the highway and the transmission burned up, leaving me stranded. Car had to be towed 150 miles to dealer who handled recall. My car has been in the shop a month. I am having to pay daily car rental which has now cost me over $1,200 in addition to having to make a car payment for a…
ODI 10162452
12v/24v/48v Battery · Air Bags · Automatic Transmission · Engine · Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems · Pump · Rear Window Wiper/Washer · Seats · Vehicle Speed Control
Dt*: the contact stated while changing the gear from drive to reverse there was a clicking noise. This occurred intermittently. While attempting to apply pressure to the accelerator pedal the engine made a roaring noise and the vehicle failed to pick up speed. The dealership rebuilt the transmission, however no other repairs have been made. The manufacturer has been alerted. Updated 6/27/2006 - the vehicle battery…
ODI 10159715
Automatic Transmission
Jeep 2005 grand cherokee. On several occasions, attempted to accelerate onto highway from 40 mph and engine just revs, tachs to 5 or 6 and still only going 40 mph in the meantime numerous close calls to getting hit by oncoming cars and trucks on highway because the jeep simply isn't moving fast and just revving. Taken to dealer for complaint and repair at least 3-4 times and dealer states they can't "duplicate" the…
ODI 10158127
Air Conditioner · Automatic Transmission · Driveshaft · Fuel Pump · Instrument Cluster/Panel · Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. · Seat Belts · Seats · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Starter Assembly · Visibility
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 35 mph through an intersection on normal road conditions, the engine stalled and could not be restarted. There were no warning lights prior to the incident. The vehicle was towed to the dealership, who diagnosed a fuel pump and fuel injection pump failure, both were replaced. After this incident, the vehicle presented transmission problems. The contact noticed a loss of power…
ODI 10175609
Automatic Transmission
I bought a brand new 2005 jeep grand cherokee laredo, within weeks i started to notice the upholstery was not treated, it would stain with the slightest bit of condensation or rain. After about 8-12 months i started to feel it getting sluggish when accelerated but the problem was intermittent. Brought it in to dealership and they said no problem was detected. The real problems started after i had the vehicle…
ODI 10210332
Automatic Transmission
I was driving down the road to go play golf when i noticed an odd sound from the rear end of my 2005 grand limited w/hemi. On the way home i noticed the sound was in all gears and all speeds but much more notable at low speeds. I drove it to the dealership as soon as possible and took a mechanic for a ride and he thought the noise was a bad pinion bearing. After closer inspection they determined the whole rear end…
ODI 10155344
Automatic Transmission · Vehicle Speed Control · Wiring
Dt*: the contact stated in april 2006, the vehicle accelerated on its own nearly causing an accident. The service dealer determined the computer system that runs the transmission was the problem. The computer issue allowed the transmission to leak improperly. Also, in october 2006 the vehicle stalled at 30 mph due to all the electric in the vehicle failing.
ODI 10171007
Automatic Transmission
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 40 mph the engine stalled. While using the air conditioner or defroster water leaked into the transmission causing it to fail. There is a nhtsa recall, #05v396000 concerning the power train automatic transmission however the recall did not correct the problem. The dealer was alerted and the transmission was replaced which remedied the problem.
ODI 10153913
Automatic Transmission · Electrical System
Dt*: the contact stated while driving at various speeds the vehicle surged forward without warning. The rpms increased very rapidly. Upon inspection the dealership determined there was a problem with the electrical system and the transmission. The dealer replaced multiple parts in an attempt to remedy the problem however, the surging problem continued. *ak
ODI 10152323
Automatic Transmission
I have a 2005 jeep cherokee with a v8 engine that was not included in the recall. My car sat for 5 days while i was on vacation. Upon returning the battery was completely dead, i had the battery jumped and drove home from airport. The battery was dead again the next morning, vehicle was towed to dealership. After replacing the battery and an oil change, the vehicle began stalling when stopped at red lights or stop…
ODI 10152657
Automatic Transmission
2005 jeep grand cherokee laredo 4x4. - transmission started to slip at 6,000 miles. Took it to dealer, who did a service, and said all was fine. Ran terrible from then on. - transmission failed at 24,000 miles . Dealer said this was rare. Took 2 weeks to replace! Ran decently for 10,000 miles or so then problems came back. - transmission failed at 38,000 miles, in an intersection with my kid in the car. Dealer then…
ODI 10188237
Automatic Transmission
2005 grand cherokee shut off, locking in third gear. *ts the vehicle has been taken to the dealer on several occasion for this problem but they have been unable to duplicate the problem. The check engine light illuminated when driving and the transmission would not shift out of third gear. When making a turn the traction light illuminated and the engine stalled out mainly on right turns. *nm
ODI 10154074
Automatic Transmission · Interior/Under Dash
We leased a 2005 jeep cherokee in january 2005 and in january 2006 everything on the dashboard started to cut off including turn signals, odometer... And everything on the dash including the cd player, the buttons for the heater/ac would overheat and the car began to smoke for no apparent reason. We took it in to galeana, the local dealership and they could not find a problem, which apparently seems to happen quite…
ODI 10182246
Automatic Transmission · Electrical System
Dt*: the contact stated there was nhtsa recall campaign 05v396000 regarding the automatic transmission. The recall was performed on the vehicle, but afterwards it continued to shudder while driving. Although the repairs were performed accordingly the vehicle had a strong shudder that could physically be felt by the contact as well as a loud chatter from the transmission. While shifting from park to reverse there was…
ODI 10147088
Automatic Transmission
The automatic transmission of my 2005 jeep grand cherokee ,began acting unusual in mid november 2005. The transmission would clunk when put into drive , the vehicle seemed to hesitate before moving, also on 2 occasions the vehicle would down shift to first gear and then back to drive on its own while in motion. On december 18, 2005 i told the jeep dealer service manger of the problem when i took the vehicle in , i…
Crash reported
ODI 10147081
Automatic Transmission
This is a safety issue regarding the recent recall of the 2005 jeep with transmission problems. Because of the transmission problems our jeep stopped dead while we were going 65 miles an hour on the new jersey turnpike. Luckily we were not killed. We had it towed over 100 miles to our dealer on long island (east hills chrysler jeep) to have it fixed. They swore they fixed it a few days later, only for this to happen…
ODI 10145103
Automatic Transmission
3.7 l jeep grand cherokee laredo with 9,000 miles. First major trip we have (about 500 miles away from home), our vehicle stalled. There was fire under the hood, it's good that the suv stalled in front of the service center or there could be an explosion. We just purchased this vehicle in less than 6 mos. The service center told us that it will take about 2 weeks till we could get our jeep back and it's already 17…
Fire reported
ODI 10145977
Automatic Transmission
I bought new a 2005 grand cherokee limited 2wd 4.7 at approx. 3k miles it seems to have transmission problems shifting into 3rd gear and a shuddering/ missing when cruising at any speed. Sometime when you stop there is a thank you can feel. The dealership i purchased it at doesn't want to service it because i submitted a bad service survey to chrysler. A dealership in the next town told me they would need to replace…
ODI 10160992
Automatic Transmission
I continue to have an on-going problem with the transmission of my 2005 jeep grand cherokee 3.7l vehicle. It has been in the shop for (4) four service inspections due to a recurring transmission problem. The transmission will "shudder", "miss", "jump" usually between 3rd, 4th, and/or 5th gears between speeds of 30mph - 40mph. The vehicle received (2) two "computer downloads" to try to correct the problem, but it was…
ODI 10144396
Automatic Transmission
I have a transmission leake. Chrysler recall is e 13. I could not get a dealship to take the vehicle in on friday. Called chrysler, they were not really any help, the did provide me the name of a dodge dealership in the area. They took the car friday 11/18/05, said they fixed the recall. The leak is worse that before. Just like before i have transmission fluid spraying on the exhaust. This per chrysler's recall…
ODI 10143432
Automatic Transmission
Consumer complaint regarding recall on transmission fill tube oil seal. *ts the consumer received recall 05v-460000 and contacted the dealer on nov. 15 to make an appointment to have it repaired. The consumer was disappointed to learn that the next available appointment wasn't until dec 23. The consumer is concerned about the potential of a fire before the vehicle is repaired. *nm
ODI 10145376
Automatic Transmission
Dt: the contact states there is nhtsa recall campaign 05v396000 concerning automatic transmission. The parts needed to repair the vehicle are not available at the local dealership. He spoke to the manufacturer, who has confirmed the parts were not available. *ak
ODI 10143946
Automatic Transmission
Dt: contact stated vehicle was towed to the dealership on november 12, 2005 for nhtsa recall campaign 05v396000 concerning the automatic transmission. He contacted the service department numerous times, and t stated it could take another three weeks to repair. He contacted the manufacturer, and they promised to look into the matter and call him back. *ak
ODI 10145006
Automatic Transmission
Vehicle has transmission issues and began at 641 miles after purchasing brand new. Transmission hesitation, vehicle does not seem to know how to shift properly and hesitates when accelerating or pulling in to traffic. Has caused several near misses when trying to pull in to traffic, pass on the interstate or safely get out of someone's way. Vehicle has had numerous parts replaced not relation directly to this issue.…
ODI 10167679
Automatic Transmission
Dt: the contact states there is nhtsa recall 05v396000 concerning the automatic transmission. The parts needed to repair the vehicle are not available at the local dealership. He spoke to the manufacturer, who confirmed the parts are not available at this time. *ak updated 12/07/05. *jb
ODI 10143085