Transmission body valve failed on two occasions 9-01-98 & 11-01-98.
1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee transmission complaints
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*dsy rear differential failed. Yh the gas gauge failed. The ABS failed. The fuel filler pipe broke.
Differential unit failed twice.
While driving vehicle at night, the entire electrical wiring system went out, causing visibility problems. Could not read dashboard panel due to electrical failure. Also, the speedometer does not work. Not showing correct speed/ belts are out of alignment.
The transmission bearings went out while drving vehicle at approx. 40mph. Vehicle not able to shift properly into gear. Will be taking vehicle to dealer.
When driving from 0 MPH to 40 MPH there was a very loud knocking noise coming from the transmission, and the vehicle felt like it was going out of gear and as if the transmission was on the ground. The dealer replaced the transmission, and the new one is failing too.
Vehicle went into reverse from park, went backwards and crashed into ahouse, resulting in damage to both house and vehicle.
Vehicle jumped into reverse and rolled backwards with no one in it. The vehicle continued to roll with left turns. Dealer not contacted, insurance company repaired the vehicle. Transmission problems has not been determined.
Check engine light comes on and the engine suddenly stops. Occurs at different speeds. At high speed the vehicle dies for a second and comes back on. At slower speeds, it dies and does not restart. Owner has tried turning off all electrical components but it not solve the problem.
Transmission failure and recall for gas line.
The rear bearings went bad, resulting in the replacment of the rear axel and rear end. Manufacturer has not been contacted.
Drivetrain/rear wheel bearings failed.
Transmission performs poorly, causing vehicle to lunge forward when gear is engaged.
Gear noise worsened after front differential gears were replace at 8,500 miles. Complete differential was replaced shortly thereafter. Noise problem still not resolved.
Transmission/ABS brakes/suspension and steering failed.
Brake pads failed.
Transmission failure.
When the vehicle was put in drive the vehicle went into reverse. When driver put vehicle in park, the vehicle locked up. The dealer has been notified.
Engine speed continues after the accelerator pedal is released, giving the sensation the cruise is engaged. Acceleration continues unless you shift into neutral and apply the brakes.
Recall repairs were not made by dealer.
Drivetrain failure.
Drivetrain failure.
Driver was pinned between vehicle and vehicle being driven. Vehicle jumps out of gear if gear is shifted from reverse to park and is not pushed forward to its limit. The lever indicates that it is in park.
The front driveshaft was cracked & the heat from the cracked driveshaft caused melting of oil shield. Could not find what caused problem. Has intermittent vibration. Parts on nat'ional back order.
Exhaust pipe bent & rubbed against the plastic gas tank which caused a hole that allowed a leak. Took to dealer & was informed owner needs metal piece between tank & exhaust. Manufacturer not taking responsibility of financial replacement. *ak consumer was never made aware of the skip plate option, requesting reimbursment. Transmission has a pause when upshifting from 2 to 3, when in 4wd, the left wheel grinds when turning. The right front power lock made a grinding noise when power door locks were actuated, dealer installed new door latch assembly. Steering wheel was not centered, causing vehicle to drift to the left while driving.
Vehicle does not shift properly, almost resulted in a collision due to improper shifting.
Transmission failed.
Vehicle does not decelerate properly. At high speeds, 40-60 MPH, removing foot from gas pedal does not always cause the vehicle to decelerate or slow down.
Vehicle in park position when started; left but pulled back to driveway; left vehicle idling; heard a sound like vehicle shifting, vehicle moving backwards. Driver's door tore off & vehicle went down driveway & hit gardner's trailer. Owner jumped in & put vehicle's brakes on; vehicle still in park position. Manufacturer's investigator came & could not duplicate problem.
Vehicle slipped out of park.
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