2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee Electrical System Problems
- 620
- 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 620 stored complaint records:
- 11 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 4 indicate fire
What owners report
- electrical system · 74 records
- system part · 49 records
- part recall · 35 records
- issue failure · 32 records
- failure mileage · 24 records
- recall issue · 22 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 125 |
| 30–60k mi | 76 |
| 100–150k mi | 63 |
| 1–30k mi | 31 |
| 150–400k mi | 18 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System
The dash, interior lights, speed odometer, ac/heater are going out while driving. It blinks off for a few seconds and comes back on for a few seconds repeatedly while driving. My ignition was replaced due to the previous recall. When the dash comes back on three lights are lit up: esp bas, check engine and the stability control.
ODI 11299678
Electrical System · Unknown Or Other
Car wouldn't start transmission overtemp error. Drive to work 20 min parked car flat surface came out to leave after 8 hour shift that error message and won't start. 2nd time this has happened no warning was told common issue pigtail to starter because of placement it gets wet or moisture. Which makes this car questionable to drive.
ODI 11278193
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jeep grand cherokee. While driving vehicle lost motive power contact was stranded at a gas station the ignition seized; key would not turn in ignition cylinder the contact stated that while driving the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The contact stated that the key seized in the ignition. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under…
ODI 11252161
Electrical System
There is a smell of smoke inside the car. Also, there is 6 to 8 inch hole in the roof lining that has been burned through!!! Luckily,this didnt happen while driving. Was still in the home driveway.
Fire reported
ODI 11228723
Electrical System · Unknown Or Other
'takata recall' my vehicle had an issue starting becuase of a short faulty wire connecting to the starter that ive seen on youtube that 750000+ people have the same issue it left me stuck plenty if times as is starts when it wants to. I really cant word it as best as the next person but this is the issue and im oretty sure im not the first person to file a complaint about this here wit jeep
ODI 11184475
Electrical System · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jeep grand cherokee. While approaching a stop, the vehicle inadvertently shifted into neutral. The failure occurred intermittently and without warning. The vehicle was taken to monroeville chrysler jeep 3(651 william penn hwy, monroeville, pa 15146, [redacted]) where the transfer case was repaired twice and the motor as well. The contact stated that the failure recurred. The contact…
ODI 11183911
Body · Electrical System · Engine
Shortly after my husband got home we heard someone honking their horn outside of our apartment, so we looked and our vehicle was on fire. It was parked and not running when it happened.
Fire reported
ODI 11164085
Air Bags · Electrical System
The fuse box under hood is labeled incorrectly and on the cover states spare fuses in cavity 29 and 30. However, it is acctually the airbags which is why it is in a yellow safety holder and also the original manual that comes with the jeep states that it is the airbag. However directly on the box under the hood it says cavity 29 and 30 are spares which are causing people to pull them out and use them as spares…
ODI 11129668
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System
Intermittent stalling issue. Initially the vehicle starts and runs fine. After stopping or extended driving duration the vehicle will random start stalling and check engine light flashes and dings. This will last for a few minutes sometimes and other times the entire trip. The last few times this has happened we were nearly rear ended and pulled over until it was somewhat drive able. I am terrified to drive it at…
ODI 11124094
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Unknown Or Other
When vehicle goes over a small or large bump, a dashboard light cluster indicates to service 4wd system and is accompanied by abs, traction control, and esp bas warning lights. Abs is noticeably disabled when this light cluster appears. The indications usually last a few minutes before going away. This has been occurring for approximately the last 18,000 miles. When brought up at the dealership during routine…
ODI 11092218
Electrical System
All dashboard warning lights come on. Loss of electrical power. No headlights, no brake lights. Speedometer doesn't work, tachometer doesn't work, radio doesn't work. No power locks or windows. Anything electrical doesn't work. The battery is good. The vehicle runs. But it is unsafe. The vehicle is crap. Never buy a jeep! They are total crap
ODI 11084335
Electrical System · Power Train · Suspension
Transfer case, suspension and ignition switch seems to be causing major issues after 105,000 miles and the "warranty" just ended just before all these issues started happening. When tried to start once the engine shuttered then turned off. Started up after that, but then it has issues wanting to accelerate and can feel the jeep struggling at times to switch gears or whatever the transfer case may assist in. Also…
ODI 11081007
Electrical System · Unknown Or Other · Visibility/Wiper
Takata recall my car leaks water inside , when it rain, whn i go to lock or unlock my car with the remote started it starts the car
ODI 11162060
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Takata recall all the dash lights come on from battery,check engine,low tire pressure, code read 0411 & well not pick up speed.
ODI 11005051
Air Bags · Electrical System
Riding down rode. Speedometer and lights failed. Took to dealership while the vehicle was at the shop the walked away to file paperwork and airbags deployed on the vehicle. It was the right side air curtain. The entire length of the unit. According to the dealership the car was sitting motionless on the garage floor.
ODI 11020439
Electrical System · Engine · Steering
This is the third time i receive a letter on the mail from jeep named as "important safety recall information" stating that my car has been recalled due to a defect relating to motor vehicle safety, more specifically: unintended change in ignition switch position that implies a safety risk. I went on the safecar.gov site to confirm the status of my recall and it says that there is a recall in effect on my car model…
ODI 10983707
Electrical System · Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
My 2007 jeep g.cherokee can be on the highway traveling 55 mph and then decided to die. It will shut off and cannot increase speed. I have a one year old in the back seat and this has happened to many times while having my son the back seat and trying to get over to the break down lane before it completely dies. Also doesn't start some days some will. Defiantly have electrical proven like in the recall. Their is a…
ODI 11153009
Electrical System
Vehicle had an ignition switch recall (p41) which was replaced by dealer. After replacement part failed and vehicle was towed to dealer for repair march 4, 2017. Dealer informed me that the replaced ignition coil had failed and they would further repair as part of recall. Vehicle, 7 weeks later, is still not repaired. I have escalated my case from the dealership to jeep national and vehicle still not repaired with…
ODI 10979857
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jeep grand cherokee. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled and all the instrument panel warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted after several attempts. The failure occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the issue was unable to be duplicated; however, the electronic chip module was replaced. The vehicle was serviced…
ODI 10945131
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle would independently start, an abnormal anti-freeze odor was present inside the vehicle, and the shifter was difficult to operate. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 141,000.
ODI 10944064
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jeep grand cherokee. While driving various speeds, the vehicle inadvertently lost all power. All the warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. When the vehicle was restarted, it operated normally. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the main computer and throttle body needed replacement. The vehicle was repaired, but the issue persisted. The vehicle…
ODI 10933953
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and making a right turn, the vehicle stalled. As a result, the contact crashed into a stop sign and the bumper of the vehicle detached. The contact was able to resume driving. The vehicle was taken to a dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate…
Crash reported
ODI 10944112
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jeep grand cherokee. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v438000 (electrical system); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
ODI 10920299
Electrical System
Left turn signal remains on with switch in neutral position at all times
ODI 10916405
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jeep grand cherokee. The vehicle was repaired per nhtsa campaign number: 14v438000 (electrical system, ignition), but the repair did not correct the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.
ODI 10904363
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