2000 Jeep Cherokee transmission problems

Filed Feb 9, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · MN

How can I find out if the recalls on my jeep cherokee grand laredo 2000 have been taken care of. I bought it used from a car dealer in 2012. I am unable to get any results from the dealer. Thank you.

Filed Jan 1, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · 126,000 miles · MI

As with many other xj owners, my cylinder head is cracked due to the defective 0331 head. I bought the jeep about 3 years ago, and about a year ago coolant started leaking into the oil. I talked with several mechanic friends and the head fleet mechanic at work told me the cracked head is extremely common. I was stranded on the side of the road, had to have the vehicle towed, and it sits as a giant paperweight in my garage as I cannot afford a new engine. I bought the vehicle with 122000 miles and have never taken it off road, modified it, or traveled more than 60 miles in a day. It has never overheated until the head cracked. Now I am looking at an enormous bill that my family cannot afford. I fail to see how so many vehicles can be affected and there is still no recall.

Filed Oct 15, 2008 · Electrical, Fuel system · 65,325 miles · VA

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 jeep cherokee. While driving 55 MPH, there was a loss of transmission power. The vehicle hesitated excessively, but the engine continued to operate. The warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not taken to an authorized dealer at that time. On a separate occasion, the check engine and transmission warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The indicators remained lit until the engine was turned off. Immediately following, the engine shut off; however, the vehicle restarted within twenty minutes. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic twice for identical failures. The crank sensor and fuel filter were replaced; however, there were no resolutions. Currently, the vehicle is being repaired for the malfunctions. The contact was concerned of the safety risk involved. The failure mileage was 65,325 and current mileage was 65,475. Updated 11-25-08 *bf updated 11/26/08.

Filed Mar 16, 2006 · Transmission · 120,000 miles · VA

On my wife's 2000 right hand drive jeep cherokee after 120,000 miles the check engine light came on, the obd ii code read a transmission problem after trying to fix the problem I took it into the dealer where the car was purchased. They informed me that it would need a new transmission, they do not work on the aw4 transmissions, their fix is to replace it. I had a friend install the new tranny only to have the same problem 3,000 miles later, so back to the dealer we went. I was charged $550 to install the next one because they did not install the first. After 300 miles the light came back on and the transmission would not down shift which put her in danger not being able to accelerate after delivering mail. So a new transmission was put in again this time for no cost except gas to get it to the dealer and my wife having to use her leave to have this done. Now after 100 miles the light came on the dealer said that the chances are slim that the tranny was bad and it must be in the TCM or the wiring harness. Why does chrysler install a transmission in a vehicle and not train their mechanics to work on them.

Filed Apr 8, 2004 · Transmission · CA · crash

While the vehicle was parked with the engine off, the vehicle rolled and hit another vehicle. The manufacturer sent a representative to assess the problem. Please provide further details. *jb

Filed Jan 28, 2004 · Transmission · 78,000 miles · IL

Consumer complained about a transmission problem. Vehicle was moving in reverse when actually it was in park.

Filed Sep 9, 2003 · Transmission · 59,000 miles · TX

2000 rhd jeep cherokee, for postal delivery. Transmission leak/mechanical noise and needed replaced at 59,000 miles. After 200 miles second transmission leaking and may need replaced due to slippage.

Filed Jun 2, 2003 · Brakes, Engine · 17,000 miles · NJ

Severe brake problems with 2000 jeep cherokee. *mr there was an ongoing braking problem and difficulty diagnosing the problem. The problem was thought to be the rotors which were cut and replaced (the front pads). The problem still continued. Then the front rotors were diagnosed as being warped and the brakes were 50% worn. There was a tapping noise in the shifting area as well as a rubbing noise in the steering column that comes and goes. (unable to diagnose) the vehicle had been diagnose as the rear brake drums being out of round. The water pump leaked and was replaced along with the thermostat. The comsumer requested a refund *scc

Filed May 9, 2003 · Transmission · CA · crash

The vehicle was in park with the engine running, when all of a sudden the gear went into reverse and hit another vehicle.

Filed Apr 25, 2003 · Transmission · 46,000 miles · PA · crash

2000 jeep cherokee was idling with the engine running in park, no emergency brake on. Exited the vehicle and got a few items from the rear seating, then entered the rear hatch area to get a few more items out. Walking away from the vehicle about 20 yards when I turned around the vehicle was gone. It ended up across the street in an embankment. When I opened the drivers door, the vehicle was not in drive. No one was in the vehicle at the time, minor damage to the front of the jeep.