2001 Jeep Cherokee transmission problems

Filed Aug 27, 2009 · Body, Brakes · CA

Don't buy a jeep! Piece of junk. Since I have owned mine the following has broke radiator, seat track, power window motor, brakes, blowout, transmission, headlight covers dulled, multiple rear light outages, inside lights out.

Filed Jun 15, 2006 · Transmission · 45,000 miles · TX · crash

2001 jeep cherokee sport, wife parks vehicle at top of steep driveway on fairly level ground. Puts transmission in "park", sets emergency brake and exits car, leaving car running for niece and 2yr old son to have AC. After approximately 15 min, niece decides to exit vehicle, opens passenger door, reaches over to turn off ignition. As soon as ignition is turned off, car lurches backward, runs down hill, crosses the street, runs through neighbors back yard, through trees, over retaining wall and high centers on large log. All passengers were okay buy did over $3000.00 in damage to vehicle.

Filed Nov 16, 2005 · Transmission · NC

Dt: the contact stated the check engine light illuminated. The dealership stated the computer showed a problem with the transmission. The original transmission jerked while in motion and changing gears. However, the replacement transmission experienced the same problem. The dealership replaced the transmission again, but the replacement started smoking. The dealer replaced an oil seal and the smoking continued. After the transmissions were replaced the check engine light continued to stay illuminated.

Filed Mar 2, 2005 · Transmission · 60,000 miles · MA

I own a 2001 jeep cherokee sport. I have had several issues such as brakes/rotors that I have taken care of without complaint. However my jeep was just diagnosed with a front differential failure and needs a complete overhaul. My car has only 60,000 miles on it and I have had the front and rear differentials serviced twice each according to the specs in my owner's manual. I've been told by private mecanics as well as jeep technicians that this should not have occured. Chrysler told me after I had it diagnosed by my personal mechanic to have it checked by my dealership. If the dealership came to the same conclusion I was assured that my warranty would be extended to cover the repair. Now chrysler is refusing the repair and will not return my calls. I have been given at least false information and have most likely been lied to. I've already paid almost $200 for the diagnostics and now am being quoted another $925 for the repair by the dealer. I still have over a year left on the note for this vehicle and am appalled that I am already paying to have a major drivetrain component rebuilt. Chrysler has done nothing to remedy this.

Filed Sep 30, 2004 · Transmission · 18,000 miles · CA

Consumer was complaining about a differential problem. The bearings were grinding. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer on 4 different occasions, but problem recurred.

Filed Sep 14, 2004 · Transmission · 21,000 miles · CA

Consumer complained about about rear differential. Consumer took vehicle to dealer for servicing on 4 occasions, and it was making a grinding noise 8 months later. Warranty expired, and consumer was asked to pay $500.00 for repairs. Consumer was told that there was metal in the bottom of differential.

Filed Sep 3, 2003 · Transmission · TX · crash

Vehicle was parked in the hotel parking lot and without warning the vehicle went into reverse, hitting the driver before stopping. Dealer has been contacted.

Filed Mar 18, 2003 · Transmission · NC

While driving the transmission decelerated even when the drivers foot was on the accelerator, it also became hard for the driver to control the vehicle.

Filed Mar 12, 2003 · Transmission · AZ

The vehicle jerked at any speed.

Filed Jul 31, 2002 · Transmission · WA

Jeep purchased 7/19/02. When transmission shifts the second shift, the shift is very ruff and you here a clunk. This does not happen on a consistant basis. Jeep was taken into the shop on 7/26/02 a code "65" for transmission and accused me of driving vehicle harshly. While driving during the weekend jeep cont to shift the same way. Took jeep back in on 7/29/02 and got jeep back on7/30/02 stating there was nothing wrong with it. That evening I had the tranny shift harshly 2 x. Jeep is still under warranty and since I am a woman I think they don't believe me. Any help or info would be greatly appreciated.