Cv joint/boot on front of 1998 jeep grand cherokee limited broke dropping the full time 4 wheel drive shaft. Auto purchase included 100% warranty 1 year or 15,000 miles on internal powertrain. Warranty co. Say damage is not considered part of internal powertrain. Two weeks after leaving the lot, I now have a 2-wheel drive. My husband & I ordered a brand new cvj/drive shaft and have been waiting for over 2 weeks for delivery, we have been given the run around. The dealer that we bought the part through says 118 of these are currently on order with the manufacturer and they are on b/o due to the demand. We've made a payment on a 4 x 4 automobile we rode for 2 weeks that is now a parked 2 wheel drive.
1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee transmission complaints
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While driving on the highway vehicle locked up and started smoking. Vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that problems were differential and transfer case.
The consumer received a recall notice on 5/9/2003. Recall # 02v053000. On 5/7/2003 the vehicle unexpectedly moved backwards, dragged the consumer, and then hit a tree.
Heard a noise coming from the rear of the car took it into the shop and was told that it was the rear differential, and I was also informed that my transmission was slipping in 1st & 2nd gear. I had the differential repaired and the transmission serviced. We got snow this year where you would need the 4 wheel drive, well being I never had the need to use the 4 wheel drive mode I was surprised to find out that mine didn't work. Took it into the shop and was told that the transfer casing and transmission need to be replaced. So I took it to the dealer I bought the jeep from. I let them repair my transfer casing and was told because I didn't have the exact same tires on the vehicle that is what caused the transfer casing to fail. The tires were the same size on the front and rear just different brands. They told me that I didn't have a problem with the transmission. I then picked the jeep up and the roaring sound came back so I took it to the dealer to see what they thought the noise was I was told at that time that my front differential was bad and needed to be repaired and that the rear differential was also bad, but being I had that work done at a independent shop I had to take it back to them to fix the rear and then took the jeep back to the dealer to have them do the work on the front. I am in the process of taking the jeep back to the dealership because my jeep is now pulling to the right. I was able to drive my jeep for a week. I really have not had my jeep since january I really think that daimler chrysler knows there is a problem with the 1998 jeep grand cherokee and I hope that something will be done about.
The consumer placed the vehicle in the park position, as she stepped out of the vehicle, she noticed the engine was running. The vehicle rolled back in reverse until it hit a parked vehicle by a gas tank. Prior to the accident, the vehicle had recall b02 performed, which was the floor shift. The consumer requested that daimler chrysler provide the consumer with a payment for the insurance estimate. Scc
There is a clunking sound when shifting from reverse to drive and from drive to reverse. The car lunges after the transmission shifts. I was told its normal for a car with 45000 miles!!!!
1. Fuel injector failed causing the engine to misfire and operate on only 5 out of 6 cylinders. 2. In the same cylinder (#6) rod broke, causing engine to blow and need replacement at only 42,000 miles. 3. Power steering pump almost fell off the vehicle. (most likely due to improper installation after engine rebuild). 4. Brakes constantly squeak or make grinding noise when pressure is applied. When temperatures are below 50 degrees, a high pitched whinning noise is heard from underneath the vehicle. Can only be heard when traveling under 45 MPH - due to road noise masking the sound. (multiple dealers have not been able to determine what the problem is nor be able to fix it, so constantly whines). 5. Fuel gauge fluctuates when 3/4 full (drops to empty and fuel light turns on, then returns to normal reading. Will continue to do this until tank is 1/4 full). Told this is a problem with the fuel sensor. 6. Transmission is occasionally rough (jerky shifting between 1st and 2nd gears).
Fuel sending unit failed. As a result: the check engine light will not go off, therefore I can not pass emissions test in my state. I am also constantly running out of gas. The sending unit is necessary for correct gauge readings. This has happened at the worst time for me as a single mother suffering from job losses in the state of goergia. The estimates to repair the fuel system has averaged 700.00 dollars I am also filing a complaint about the transmission that slips too. The transmission will not go into 2nd or 3rd gear with out a lot of extra effort. There are times I have to take back roads and access roads just because I was nearly hit several times trying to access the express way. Suv's are horrendous in gas mileage but a SUV with a slipping transmission is burning even more gas! I am still trying to pay for the car and can not afford the repairs. I wish I would have bought an import. I have met quite a few jeep owners who have experienced the same problems.
Rear differential
Consumer stated that the dealer is taking to long to perform the recall#02v053000 inadvertently vehicle movement. Please provide the name, number, and address. Ts
Fuel gauge - vehicle runs out of fuel at 1/4 tank marker. Ts
Transmission had great difficulity shifting from 2nd to third gear and was affirmed by 3 businesses that the transmission was a factory defect. Dt
Consumer appallaed at business ethics of dealership during linkages recall repair.
I put the jeep in "park" walked to the back of the auto, when it went into reverse. It ran over my foot, dragging me under the car, and proceeded to run up my body and off my shoulder. Dt
On two occasions the consumer has received notifications concerning a recall regarding a secondary detent system on the vehicles floor shifter. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer who explained that the vehicle was not apart of the recall and that no modifications were needed. *jg
The transmission gear shift knob will shift from drive to neutral. Causing power failure and the vehicle will shut down. Dealer notified. Ts
Consumer states of having problems with the transmission. Dealer was contacted. Mr
The transmission is leaking and has a high probability of failing in the next 30 days according to the repair facility. The front disc rotors were just replaced because of warping and shuddering while stopping while stopping at speed over 30 MPH. Ph **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut over to artemis**768318
Vehicle was in idle when it started to move backward. *mr consumer added vehicle was in the park position, but was dragged 40 feet while attempting to stop the vehicle. *tt
While parking vehicle and shifting into drivevehicle jumps into reverse and running back. Dealer has been notified.
Received recall #02v053000. Contacted dealership, and informed consumer no partsvailable. Contacted manufacturer, and informed consumer no recall issued to consumer. Was also informed parts not manufactered. Had an accident because of no parts to correct problem.
Vehicle was in park. Consumer got out to close the garage and saw the vehicle headed toward him. Inadvertant rollaway while in park.
Dealer island jeep's in lindenhurst, ny. Phone 631/957-0099. Unable to honor manufacturer's recall. States that there are no parts available. *ak recall no. 02v053.
The flexible rubber boots which seal the front cv joints have already developed cracks after only 38000 miles. The cracks result in sand and debris collecting in the drive shafts of the front wheel drive. The left side has developed the most severe damage, but a dealer repair shop has indicated that the right side has also developed some damage. My main concern here is not just the potential safety issue but also the inevitable reoccurring cost. I have been quoted a minimum of $350.00 to repair the boots. The dealership which I have taken my jeep to highly recommends that both, the front boots and axle assemblies be replaced, which would be a minimum cost of $425.00. The previous owner had purchased the vehicle brand new. When I purchased it from him, I met with him at his place of business and talked with him and several of his employees. Everyone, including the owner himself, emphaticaly stated that he (the owner) in no way has misused ther vehicle or has ever taken it off the road. I thouroghly discussed the history of the vehicle with the original owner and I had concluded that there was no abuse or neglect. The vehicle had been meticulously maintained. I myself also had not even used the vehicle on anything but a paved road. Therefore, if this occurs so easily after only 38000 miles or perhaps even sooner, from casual driving, then it is not feasable for me to even keep the vehicle, or anyone else for that matter. I would like to know if chrysler has a fix for this problem; because, there is no doubt that others are having similar problems. Thank you, [xxx].*ak parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Manufacturer although acknowledges problem by tsb fix will not repair because it has run out of warranty. Problem is I know over a dozen people with the same problem with many much more voicing concerns at internet jeep related forums.no safety defect listed.
The federal safety agency recall 02 v 053 00/recall b02 concerning inadvertent vehicle movement: vehicle inadvertently jumped out of gear while parked and idling with two children in vehicle. Vehicle continued through two fences, and hit a parked car and a house. Manufacturer notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
Numerous times, when the vehicle is shifted into park, the vehicle is not in park, but in reverse. If the engine is running, the vehicle will continue to back up. If stopped, the vehicle cannot be started until the gear is "pushed" into park.
Prior to the recall, the federal safety agency campaign id 02v053000, vehicle jumped out of park rolled back and caused damage to the vehicle. Consumer is asking reimbursement for the damage sustained.
While vehicle was in idle it went into reverse and ran into a street sign. Contacted dealer.
Consumer pulled out of parking spot and left vehcle in park position. Several seconds later, vehicle jumped gears and reverse several feet into a building support beam, then proceeded to drive head on into a wall. When consumer went to retrieve vehicle, consumer noted that vehicle was in drive position. No injuries. Vehicle damaged. Consumer adds that this incident was recorded on building surveillance camera.
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