2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Steering Problems
- 22
- 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 22 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- power steering · 8 records
- ignition switch · 7 records
- shut down · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 8 |
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
| 100–150k mi | 4 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Engine · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep grand cherokee. While driving approximately 20 mph, the contact attempted to make a left turn and the vehicle shut down and the steering wheel locked up. The failure recurred several times. The check engine oil light illuminated. In each case, the vehicle restarted after a while. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed. The dealer replaced the solenoid and the…
ODI 10851418
Engine · Steering · Wheels
9/1/15 at approximately 8:20 p.m. Unintended change in ignition switch to the off position resulting in engine shutdown, electrical and power steering completely shutdown/lock. Collision averted by pulling resting 45 degree angle against the curb. Engine restarted thereafter. T/c to another dealership (this time downtown los angeles) and i am glad to report an appointment for this coming friday, 9/4/15.
ODI 10761078
Air Bags · Electronic Stability Control · Steering
We contacted west brothers chrysler dealership in sullivan, mo in feb. 2015 due to multiple recalls on the jeep. They were aware the jeep was not running, we were told to tow it to dealership on feb 26, 2015 and that all parts would be there in 2 to 3 weeks, i agreed to pay for a diagnostic test if the jeep still would not start after recall was complete. I was told diagnostic test could not be done until after the…
ODI 10759307
Electrical System · Steering
This shall serve to inform you that i owner of a jeep cherokee laredo 2008 has filed numerous complaints with the department of motor vehicles concerning a recall with my ignition switch. It has been over two years and i am stilling for my ignition switch part to be ordered. The vehicle on numerous occasions has proved to be unsafe by stopping abruptly on the highway by losing power, parking lots by failing to start…
ODI 10725185
Electrical System · Service Brakes · Steering
I received a recall notice in november from chrysler stating that there was a recall on my vehicle. Recall #p57, an issue with the ignition. This could cause lose of electrical features while driving, including lose of power, steering, brakes, and could increase the risk of crash. The catch is there is no part available to fix the problem. Luckily my car didn't crash, however it did fail to start. After having it…
ODI 10689814
Electrical System · Service Brakes · Steering
Purchased used vehicle from dealer. That evening while driving at speed (35 mph), my dash flashed, went dead and engine stalled, lost steering and brakes. The oil light lit and was only light on dash. Pulled over to side of road, after shifting to park, it restarted and drove normally. Next morning upon starting the check engine light came on. Drove to work, parked, called dealer. Upon entering vehicle again, used…
ODI 10648524
Service Brakes · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
Had the n23 recall done on oct 7/14. The next day while driving low speed, the vehicle completely shut down, without notice or warning. Radio stayed on. Dash lights completely blank. Power steering gone, power brakes gone. This happened twice in same day. In first incident, managed to slowly get vehicle over on shoulder, put in park and restart. Second incident, shut down on busy city road at low speed while…
ODI 10643787
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Service Brakes · Steering
I received a recall letter back in the summer 2014 for faulty ignition switch. Called dealer, parts not available. Called several more times since, still no parts and told to wait for letter. Well, it is now feb. 2015 and still no parts/letter. It states that ignition switch can turn from start to run, which will shut down engine or other electrical parts ( steering, engine, power brakes ) increasing the risk of…
ODI 10680464
Engine · Service Brakes · Steering
Incident 1 (9/23/2014): driving at 25mph in a straight line when there was a loud "clunk" sound and the engine shut down with several dashboard warning lights lit. Loss of power steering and power braking. Was able to pull vehicle to a side street and come to a complete stop. Upon placing the vehicle in park and turning the ignition to the off position, was able to restart the vehicle and resume trip. No dashboard…
ODI 10640443
Engine · Service Brakes · Steering
When driving my 2008 jeep with only 40,000 miles my car stalled out. The car completely turned off disabling breaking, steering and making my gears unable to move. The car continued to drive leaving me helpless in stopping this moving vehicle. I finally had to with a my strength punch the gear into park where my car then finally stopped moving. I was only going 20 mph but imagine what could of occurred if i was on a…
ODI 10643325
Electrical System · Steering · Unknown Or Other
I have been waiting for over a year for a part that doesn't exist. It has gotten a lot worse with the humidity changes and every time i start the jeep it sticks. I was told to call at the beginning of every week to see if the part comes in. They also told me that they are limited to how many they get each week. I am beyond this bull crap on waiting for a part that's just so simple as they claim to replace.
ODI 10759083
Steering · Unknown Or Other
When going above 50 miles per hour, specifically on highways, as soon as i hit a large bump in the road, the key "bumps" out of the on position and into the off position. As a result, i loose power steering, brake assist, lights, turn signals, and all other power. I am able to put my 4 way flashers on and steer off the road, restart the car, and get back on the road. This has happened multiple times. The most recent…
ODI 10724888
Electrical System · Engine · Steering
Driving on an onramp to the garden state parkway truck shut off and lost all power to motor.. Had to cost to side of highway and try to restart vehicle.. This put me in danger of not only causing a major highway crash leading to injury and death but also had to figure out what is still wrong with this truck.. The only way to start this vehicle is to come to a complete stop.. Put it into park... Remove the key fob…
ODI 10606206
Electrical System · Steering
The ignition on my jeep went out of it's normal operating position to acc position after the key was accidentally bumped. The car was in motion at the time. Steering locked up and the accelerator was disabled. And just a few days ago the same thing happened. This time my car rolled at a slow speed into another car due to lack of brakes. Luckily, no damage or injuries in that case either. I assume the recent recall…
Crash reported
ODI 10633846
Electrical System · Service Brakes · Steering
Approximately 10 times, while driving my vehicle at various speeds (10, 30 and 70 mph) my vehicle has stalled. One time, while driving 70 miles, with my children in the car, my vehicle stalled while in the outside lane. I had to get across five lanes of traffic, with no power, including no power steering and i barely made it over. My vehicle has also stalled while pulling out of my development, which is on a road…
ODI 10587569
Service Brakes · Steering
My 2008 jeep grand cherokee stalled out on the freeway when i was stopping for traffic. Since then it has stalled multiple times. Pulling away from a stop sign; pulling into my driveway; driving on the freeway with or without cruise on. Even while i was trailering my boat. I can re-start the jeep by quickly putting trans into neutral:turning the ignition off than engaging the starter. It won't re-start unless you…
ODI 10744492
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
Wife traveling with son on fwy at legal speed of 70 mph w/cruise control on, car suddenly decelerated causing a violent maneuver forcing car into neighboring lane and almost crashing. She stated it was as if it suddenly downshifted into lowest gear and brakes applied forcefully. Regaining control she deactivated the cruise control and proceeded to destination at 50 mph. Took to dealership in davis where it was…
ODI 10515251
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Steering
When going over speed bumps my vehicle stalls. This is the third time this has happened in the last 2 months. I've brought it to the dealership multiple times. Each time i've been told there is no problem, or that i need spark plugs replaced, or the throttle body needs to be cleaned....nothing has helped! *tr
ODI 10456085
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep grand cherokee 4x4. While parked, the contact noticed pieces of the steering wheel were detaching and falling off. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics. The technicians stated the steering wheel would have to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and agreed to cover a portion of the repairs. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure…
ODI 10421495
Electrical System · Engine · Steering · Wheels
Multiple incidents of unintended change in ignition switch position to the off position, resulting in engine shutdown, electrical and power steering completely shutdown/lock. First occurrence (approximately 2010) was during a left-hand turn, which nearly caused a multiple vehicle accident. Constant airbag light warning. Multiple other occurrences since then, resulting in multiple calls to dealer and contact to 1800…
ODI 10760810
Air Bags · Electrical System · Engine · Steering
Owner of 2008 jeep grand cherokee on a regular basis hear a click and the power shuts off. You find yourself with no power steering, no power brakes, and no lights. This also occurs sometimes when you go over a bump or if your knee touches the key ring. The ignition key and mechanisms was replaced in 2010, and this above problem has been occurring off and on since then. In the past two years the occurrence has…
ODI 10605421
Steering
Steering is extremely loose causing the vehicle to drift into different lanes. The steering then tightens back up. This happens upon start up of the vehicle. *tr
ODI 10220471