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2017 Jeep Cherokee engine complaints
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I have had my car for two months and drove less than 2000 miles and my 2017 jeep cherokee apparently burned off most of the oil within that time and no low oil light came on and the oil was low. I would start driving my car and it would just shut off. Apparently this is a common problem. There is no reason why a oil light shouldn't warn you, the only warning you get is your car shutting off while driving down the road. This is not safe! Here are many other complaints with the same problem. Https://www.carproblemzoo.com/jeep/cherokee/engine-burning-oil-problems.php#:~:text=engine%20burning%20oil%20problem%20of%20the%202017%20jeep,indication%20of%20any%20low%20oil%20until%20the%20stall
I bought a 2017 jeep cherokee limited 10/31/2020. At least 7 times in the last two weeks my car has started and I drive about 1000 feet and my car dies. Flashes return to park and it shuts off. My car will start back after rolling over a few times. This is not safe because if I pull out in front of someone and my car dies I'm going to have a wreak. I read multiple of the same complaints at https://www.carproblemzoo.com/jeep/cherokee/engine-shut-off-without-warning-problems.php I really hope this problem can get solved and become recalled.
Using excessive oil with no lights coming on. Caused my car to stall in the middle of a hwy today with no warnings. Get it back home and it is 2 quarts low on oil again. I put oil in it 1 1/2 weeks ago.
The vehicle is burning oil and even though the oil light doesn't come on the vehicle will stall and die while driving because it's burning oil. This should not be happening as there is no indication of any low oil until the stall. Keep needs to fix this or will be sued when an accident occurs because of an engine stall without any indicators
The car started off by problems with the chip to compute that it needed to open the temperature control valve. So with that came the inability for me to start the car by being outside of it and also the check engine light would come on. Then our gears would light up as if the car was in ever position possible. We would park cut the car off and resume to drive. This problem persisted for a week or so went away and eventually came back. Now the engine feels as if it's giving out it doesn't accelerate well, I know it's a v4 but it should have maintained the get up the car has less than 50,000 miles on it and is well maintained with frequent oil changes with the best oil. Car is never driven on e or anything I don't understand how the car is failing this early. I heard jeep's have been very dependable cars.
Jan. 2020 the engine light stays on all the time. Now 4 times sept. 2020 service shifter light has come on. July 2020 air condition had to br replaced.
Vehicle won't start no click or crank all lights are on and dash reads engine too hot , vehicle hasn't been running for about 3 hours today.
I've needed to add a quart of oil every 1000 miles since the vehicle was new. I returned the car to the dealer at approximately 3200 miles and was put on an "oil consumption monitoring program" where I returned the car every 1000 miles for measuring the oil consumption. This was done every 1000 miles and the car now has 15,700 miles. When I returned to the dealer time before last, I was told to drive it another 1000 miles, return and if oil must be added, chrysler will "replace the engine." when I scheduled my last consumption check, I was told chrysler now upped the checking interval to 1500 miles. I therefor drove the car another 500 miles and returned to the dealer on 9/21/2020 where the the car was checked in. After the car was checked, the service check in guy told me they added another quart, and that I needed to put yet another "1500 to 1700" miles on the vehicle, then return for another final check, and if oil was needed, they would (once again) replace the engine. I understand from the service personal, that if the engine oil quantity drops to two quarts below full, the engine will shut off, and that this has happened numerous times.
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 jeep cherokee. The contact stated that after the driver made a right turn into a shopping center, the driver was unable to turn the steering wheel and the vehicle abruptly stalled. The driver was assisted to move the vehicle out of the roadway. The driver drove the vehicle to home however, the vehicle stalled for the second time. The vehicle was towed to bergeron automotive dealer (3525 veterans memorial boulevard, metairie, la 70002, (504‑888‑2132). The dealer performed a diagnostic test that located the failure at the engine. The dealer added engine oil to the engine, and advised the contact to bring the vehicle back for inspection every thousand miles to have the engine oil checked and a new oil filter installed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 34,612.
The car powers off while driving. Has happened several times with no warning while I was on the road in motion.
The check engine light came on. Found out could be gas cap or bad fuel. Filled up when close to empty. Engine light disappeared. Was fine for month or so. Now check engine light on constantly. Checked w auto parts store. Computer reader said could be thermostat. Only three years old. Now has 40k miles. Start w engine problems already?
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 jeep cherokee. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the steering wheel seized. The brake pedal was depressed and seized. The contact stated that the service shifter warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over and restarted the vehicle and drove to his residence. The vehicle was taken to mckinney dodge chrysler jeep ram & used cars located at 4574 calhoun memorial hwy, easley, sc 29640, (864) 859-1981, where the contact was informed that an oil change was necessary. The vehicle received an oil change but, continued to experience the failure. The vehicle was taken to piedmont chrysler dodge jeep ram located at 4015 clemson blvd, anderson, sc 29621, (864) 305-4234, and was informed that an oil consumption test was necessary. The contact stated that there was oil leaking from the valve cover. The vehicle was taken to independent mechanic and was informed the valve cover needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated shortly afterwards the number 3 cylinder needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle repaired however, the valve cover started leaking again. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 jeep cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled on numerous occasions while driving at speeds between 55-70 MPH. The contact stated that vehicle jerked and loss motive power without warning. The contact was able to keep the vehicle under control while restarting the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to reynolds ford (1900 avenue of the cities, east moline, il 61244, (309) 792-9530) where the vehicle was purchased. The vehicle was also taken to key chrysler dodge jeep ram (3700 16th street direction, moline, il 61265 (309) 524-52747). Both dealers performed diagnostic tests but, were unable to locate a failure code. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 68,000. Invalid VIN.
While driving the service shifter lighter appears on dash and shifter position lights all light randomly and has been becoming more frequent. They turn off once I stop, turn the car off, and restart the car. I have read models previously have been recalled for this issue but not 2017 which appears to have the same issues. Also I've had to change my spark plugs at about every 50,000 miles. I replaced them once already and once again I am having the same issue the check engine light is on and at times the car is shaking from the misfiring. The check engine light remains on at a times. The check engine light flashes and the car is shaking the power and acceleration are significantly reduced when the spark plugs are actively misfiring. This only occurs with accelerating and pressing on gas pedal and happens constantly while driving. I've never had to replace spark plugs this often they usually last atleast 100,000 miles. There is a problem when they barely last for half that and require replacement atleast 2 times before they should go bad. These seem to be a common issue but when you ask the dealer they act clueless and something needs to be done. These are costly problems that should not be occurring or occurring this frequently. Please investigate.
While driving the service shifter lighter appears on dash and shifter position lights all light randomly and has been becoming more frequent. They turn off once I stop, turn the car off, and restart the car. I have read models previously have been recalled for this issue but not 2017 which appears to have the same issues. Also I've had to change my spark plugs at about every 50,000 miles. I replaced them once already and once again I am having the same issue the check engine light is on and at times the car is shaking from the misfiring. The check engine light remains on at a times. The check engine light flashes and the car is shaking the power and acceleration are significantly reduced when the spark plugs are actively misfiring. This only occurs with accelerating and pressing on gas pedal and happens constantly while driving. I've never had to replace spark plugs this often they usually last atleast 100,000 miles. There is a problem when they barely last for half that and require replacement atleast 2 times before they should go bad. These seem to be a common issue but when you ask the dealer they act clueless and something needs to be done. These are costly problems that should not be occurring or occurring this frequently. Please investigate.
My shifter light comes on for all of the spaces on my shifter. Two dealerships have not seen any codes to my specific car. Also, my spark plug burnt out at 45,000 miles and I was told that is not suppose to happen that way.
Every 3000 mile I do my vehicle maintenance which requires me to do my (oil change) july , 2020 on august 2 2020 I heard something while driving on a uphill I pull over I check everything seem ok when I got home I check my oil stick and realize I was in need of about a quart of oil I went to the place I had oil change done and added a half quart of oil (manufactured recommended) on august 15 ,2020 I was driving an heard a bang like I hit or ran over something all of sudden my vehicle dash board lights came on a my car shut off a passing vehicle inform me all my oil was coming out , I had the vehicle tow home the tow driver inform me the oil pan was crack I inspected and remove the oil pan and realized the problem was a manufacturer problem the crack was course from the inside out and the engine oil component was crack as it was with the timing belt , I only have 26,500 miles my phone number is +[xxx] thank you in advance information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *js
I keep having to do oil changes within a 1 1/2 months without even going 3,000 miles. Also my car shuts on and off randomly and the power goes out on the radio and speedometer. I've taken my car in and they run a diagnostic and always tell me that everything with the car is fine. This shut off seems to happen when I stop at a stop light or stop sign. All the power seems to go out and the car completely shuts off. The lights on the radio and speedometer have gone black while the car is in motion, it has happened while I'm driving on the highway. I have no idea why I'm having to get more frequent oil changes.
This jeep cherokees oil is evaporating causing my car to cut off in the middle of the high way. I check my oil every other day. My oil evaporates while driving I have had the car checked for oil leaks 5 times. This vehicle also cuts off and say shifter and I have to pull over turn the vehicle off let sit for 5 minutes then restart. I have also had to get a tune up at 50000 miles due to manufactural defect according to my mechanic an alert showed them what was wrong. I have almost been struck by other vehicles while I am trying to get over lanes to pull on the side of the road. This is a safety issue so much so I will not drive with my grown children and definitly not my grandchildren.
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 jeep cherokee. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights became illuminated while attempting to start the vehicle. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated and the engine stalled and the steering wheel ceased. The contact stated the vehicle coasted to curb. The contact restarted the vehicle and drove to her destination. The vehicle was taken to milton ruben chrysler dodge jeep ram located at 3508 washington rd, augusta, ga 30907, (762) 224-5967, to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the bezel needed to be rewired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of failure. The failure mileage was 11,667.*dt consumer stated there is a loss of control when vehicle is driven.
When coming to a stop on a city street my vehicle dinged, turned off and a message displayed on the dash 'shift to park or neutral, press brake, select gear'. I could not use my steering wheel or breaks during this time. I put the vehicle in park, turned the ignition off and full took my key out. Then attempted to start it. I only heard a slight sound but no turn over. I repeated this step and this time, after momentarily sputtering, I was able to give the car gas and it stayed on. I could smell oil at this point. It seems this is related to excessive oil consumption, which triggers the car to shut off to protect the engine. Except the oil level in the vehicle is fine and there are no prior warnings before this happens.
About 2 weeks ago a light on the screen appeared and said "service shifter" and all the lights on the shifter turned on, the d, r and so on. I had to turn off the car and restart it inorder to get the warning label off the screen and get the lights off. Now today, my car will not turn on. It acts like it's going to start but nothing happens. The radio and other electrical things turn on so leads me to believe it's not the battery.
My jeep has about 26,000 miles on it, since I've purchased this vehicle brand new off the lot, it has been towed 6 times for engine failure. My engine is burning the oil, with out warning while driving, the car shuts off. The dealer insists this is normal, but it is not normal for a car to absorb or burn oil.
Shifter error then turns off randomly. Especially on turns
While driving my jeep has just shut off on me on three separate occasion leaving me to just coast to the side of the road then when I turned the key off and try to restart the car it just kept turning over and took a while to start back up.
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 jeep cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating. Additionally, the service shifter message was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000. *bf
Jeep stalls every a couple of weeks. Determined that the jeep burns oil and with no indication the car will just stall with no warning at all. When it stalls I determined that the oil level is extremely low. This happens with less than 4000 miles. I see a lot of complaints on line about this. Very scaring when it just stalls when you are driving. No way should a vehicle burn that much oil with only driving 5000 miles or less.
For over a month now I've received"service shifter" message. Car shakes badly and loses power as if its going to shut off. Three different times it did shut off and struggled to re-crank! Service shifter message goes away after turning the jeep off & back on. Very unsafe when driving on the highway (or anywhere)!!! Purchased brand new and is up to date on oil changes, etc. Jeep also burns more oil than it should.
I was driving our 2017 jeep cherokee with my family in the vehicle, including wife and 2 children (5 plus infant). We were traveling ~20 miles per hour when the car shut down. The car was still moving as we were traveling downhill, and was in the drive gear. We were unable to stop as there was no way to pull off immediately. The gas pedal stopped working first, then the brake stopped working as well. I had to engage the emergency brake and jam my foot on the brake to slow the vehicle down. The situation was extremely dangerous. Once the car stopped, we turned it off and turned it back on again. After power cycling the car, it returned to operating as expected.
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