Tl*the contact owns a 1999 jeep grand cherokee. While driving various speeds, the vehicle would completely shut down. There were no lights and no power steering when the vehicle shut off. There were no warning indicators prior to the failure. The failure also occurred several times while driving 75 MPH. The contact had to wait 2-3 minutes before the vehicle would restart. She took the vehicle to the dealer a few times and they stated that the crank sensor was the cause of the failure. The dealer removed and replaced all the codes; however, the failure recurred three times afterwards. She returned to the dealer in april of 2008 and was informed they wouldhave to run more tests. The contact then traded in the vehicle for a newer model. The current mileage was 83,074 and failure mileage was 81,808. Updated 07/15/08. *lj there was a noise coming from the steering when the consumer made left turns. The hatch shocks were replaced
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Tl*the contact owns a 1999 jeep grand cherokee. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the check engine light illuminated on the instrument control panel. The contact took his vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the catalytic converter and motor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified. The current and failure mileages were 68,000.
My 1999 jeep grand cherokee began to stall in traffic without warning. As I approached a stop light or traffic ahead and as the motor would return to idle, it would stop running resulting in no power steering or power brakes. The last time I was able to wrestle the vehicle into a parking area where it wouldn't start. A friend completed a computer scan of the vehicle and it was throwing out a bad crank position sensor code. Once the crank position sensor was replaced, the vehicle started and has since operated fine. This occurred with around 110,000 miles on the vehicle.
99 jeep grand cherokee with engine problems customer states that the RPM's would immediately go up to the 200 or sometimes higher as soon as he starts up the car and also accelerate when the brakes are applied**cc the consumer stated various parts were replaced, however the problem returned. The consumers wife was driving, when all of a sudden the vehicle started to accelerate on its own, she applied the brakes as hard as she could, however the vehicle continued to proceed in a forward motion. The only solution was to place the vehicle into park. After placing the vehicle in park, the consumers wife placed it in drive again and immediately it started to accelerate uncontrollably. Applying the brakes with full force did not solve the problem. When aaa arrived and started the vehicle, nothing happened. The sudden acceleration happened again while the consumers daughter was driving. During one of the sudden acceleration incidents, the consumers wife was injured. The right front wheel speed sensor was replaced. The coolant radiator fan relay and water pump were replaced. The air bag light was on, the transmission seal was leaking. The fuel pump was replaced. The right and left hub bearing were replaced.
Crankshaft counter balance weights scraping against internal engine block due to main crankshaft thrust bearing wearing out at 115,000 miles due to bad oem part. All other engine parts are excellent! This wear causes an internal ticking sound that steadily gets louder as wear continues. Replacement of the thrust bearing requires engine removal, engine disassembly and is not practical. After $900 for diagnostic work, mechanic says put it back together and drive it until it stops, then replace the entire engine.............or replace it now........the part will fail and be terminal to the engine.
The heater fan in my 1999 jeep grand cherokee stopped working and there was a burning smell in the car. Mechanic found that the fan resistor (computer) and pigtail that connects to it were burned up. He checked with jeep and there are 3,000 of these items back ordered because this is a problem on many of these vehicles. Its winter and 17 degrees in my car I could freeze with my family or my dashboard could catch on fire.
Dt*: the contact stated the oil gauge failed to indicate the oil level; the front end vibrated badly at 50 MPH, and the wheels shook and made a clicking sound while making a turn in either direction, which caused a vibration felt through the steering wheel. In addition, black smoke discharged from the tail pipe and the engine emitted a hesitation. When inspected by an independent mechanic, oil and gas were visible on the spark plugs. The service dealer and manufacturer were notified.
Vehicles dies under any circumstances...speeding on the highway at 75 MPH, idling at a stop sign, driving in town at 35 MPH, hot weather, cold weather, rain, sun and snow. It sometimes starts right up again, sometimes takes an hour - occasionally 5-10 hours before it will restart. Instrument panel simply goes dead, engine stops, no warning. This has nearly caused accidents 15-20 times. Towed 8 times...waited it out the rest. Dealer will not help unless they can duplicate problem - cannot duplicate an intermittent problem, so there 'is no problem'. Personal mechanic identified the problem as the computer, tried to order one from jeep several times, always told it is on backorder. Interesting... Back ordered part for 'no problem'. The computer was apparently replaced just before I purchased the car.
Tie rod ends replaced . Cooling fan sensor , front wheel bearings, rear differential completely rebuilt, what's next? Will never buy a chrysler product again!!!!!!!!
Dt: 1999 jeep grand cherokee. The vehicle has 48,677 miles currently. At 14,754 miles they resurfaced the front brake rotors and replaced the pads, this was on october 18, 2000. Then on july 15, 2002, at 28,186 miles the front brake rotors had to be replaced and the pads. On may 3, 2004 at 42,123 miles, the rotors had to be resurfaced and replace the pads. On monday, july 11, 2005 at 48,502 miles the vehicle was taken in for a lube job and the consumer asked to have the brakes checked because he felt pulsation in the brake. She was told the rotors need to be replaced again and new pads would be needed. The dealership states the brakes are not covered under the warranty because they are considered wear and tear items and only covered for 12 months or 12,000 miles. After speaking with the district service manager, she was reimbursed, $211, for the work done on may 3, 2004. According to the service department, this model is having problems with the front brake system. It is due to the fact that they are no longer made of asbestos. When she called the manufacturer, all they did was read the warranty to him. *ak there was a vibration under the vehicle, pulsation from the brakes, a leaking transfer case, rear differential leak, vibration in the front end, a slight brake pulsation, regular pulsation from the brakes, grinding sound rear end, and radiator leaking. *sc
1999 grand cherokee jeep, brake failure and head gasket replaced. *bf the consumer stated while driving and without warning, the vehicle seized up. The vehicle was towed to a garage who replaced the transfer case, rack and pinion, and spider gears.
Vehicle caught on fire while parked in the parking lot. The local fire department arrived to extinguish the fire. The fire caused damage to two other vehicle parked next to consumer's vehicle. Insurance investigator believed the source of the fire started from the catalytic converter. The manufacturer was notified.
Consumer complained about a transfer case problem. When driving at approximately 40 MPH there was a loud clanking sound coming from the front undercarriage. Consumer took the vehicle back to the dealer, and was told the vehicle had dusty brake pads, but that was not the issue. Then, consumer was told that the constant velocity joints were leaking. Also, consumer was told that the driveshaft needed to be replaced. Consumer felt that the dealership did not know what the problem was, and perhaps was covering up the real problem. *ak recall campaign; component: fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:injectors. The consumer stated that the vehicle would not start. The consumer stated that the engine had an extended crank before starting. Fuel pump assembly and pump crank repair kit installed. The consumer stated that there is a shimmy when the brakes are applied. When sitting at a stop light having the vehicle in gear it vibrates. The left outer cv boot was leaking. The engine light came on. The consumer stated that the transmission slams into gear.
Recall 04v112000 concerning crank shaft position sensor wiring: consumer stated that this recall information found on the federal safety agency website was the same problem that his vehicle was experiencing with stalling at any speed. Dealer was notified. They informed consumer that this vehicle was not covered under this recall.
This problem has been happening for approximately 2-3 months. There has been nothing specific to cause the problem. My 1999 jeep grand cherokee will, without warning, act as if it is running out of gas. I have more than once attempted to cross an intersection only to have the vehicle loose all fuel power, therefore leaving me in the path of other vehicles. This problem will last anywhere from 5 to 15 seconds (approximately - I have not actually timed it) before it straightens back out where I can again accelerate. I have had vehicles have to slam on their brakes to keep from hitting me because I can not accelerate. Below is a what I have done to attempt to correct this problem (in the order it was done): 1)plugs were replaced at home 2)fuel injectors were cleaned by certified mechanic (not at dealership) 3)power train control module (computer) (used part) replaced at dealership (at this time I did contact jeep because the computer was only 2,000 miles passed the warranty - they would not assist me the replacement) 4)coil pack replaced at home this vehicle has spent many days in the shop and with all the work that has been performed and all of the diagnostic tests, they still can not tell me how to fix this problem. I have replaced $600 worth of perfectly good parts. This vehicle is extremely dangerous to drive. So much that I will no longer allow anyone to drive it. I spoke with a customer service rep at jeep again today and because the vehicle is no longer under warranty (approx. 83,000 miles), they will not consider helping me. However, their technicians also stated that they were "stumped".
My wife made a quick stop at a local store. Upon returning the vehicle's engine would not turn over. She paused for a few minutes and attempted to start the engine again. There was a loud bang followed by a loud rattling. At the mechanic shop, the mechanic hoisted the jeep on the lift and we witnessed a hole and crack in the bottom of the engine about the size of a softball. The cracked piece was only being held by a bolt or some kind of rivet or else the hole damage would have been much larger. The 99 jeep gc had 96500 miles on it, regular oil changes, and it was not leaking oil. It happened without warning, and I have heard no decent explaination for this. Cost $1500, and this was considered a good price. Yours truly, disgrunted consumer
My 1999 jeep grand cherokee's radiator fan failed to work, causing the vehicle to overheat. This was diagnosed as an inoperative fan relay by a jeep dealer. This issue is one of many intermittent mechanical problems plaguing this vehicle since purchasing it new, however this complaint is being filed for 4 specific reasons: 1) this type of problem resulting in total failure should not occur in such a new vehicle, 2) a breakdown of this type (overheat) may cause collateral damage to the vehicle which will not be known about until a future event occurs, 3) I am a women who travels alone often and any breakdown puts my personal safety at risk, 4) to help prevent others from experiencing this if this report assists in determining that this issue is a systemic problem with this vehicle. I understand that proactive resolution of this problem was not likely, however I have attempted to find out information on systemic problems with 1999 jeep grand cherokees in order to be an informed consumer and be proactive in my maintenance checks of my vehicle to avoid breakdown. This information is not readily available from the dealerships, therefore it puts the consumer at more risk than necessary. Daimler chrysler should take more responsibility and improve communication on these issues. This model year vehicle has been plagued with known problems, two of which cost me the loss of my vehicle over 2 different weekends, 2 different breakdown events while I was driving alone, in addition to at least 12 other service events.
Water pump rear wheel bearings.
Electric cooling fan falure in my 99 jeep grand charrokee whitch in turn over heated the jeep ruptured the radiator causing $884 in damages. Come to find out new fans are back on order this is a problem that is ongoing with jeeps 98-2002 if I would have known this would have been more carful picking out my new car thanks john
Broken window motor, seat belt mounting bolts, leaking rear shock absorbers, etc...*mr the consumer felt jeep should fix the outstanding problems with the axles and the transmission and give a warranty for the power train. The vehicle experienced a noise while in motion. Also the broken window lift leaked, the rear absorbers failed, the rear passenger window leaked air, the seat belt mounting bolts failed,and a potential fire hazard on the manifold debris shield, the brake pedal pulsated wildly(front were rotors turned), the passenger window had stuck shut, the exterior mirror had broken off, and the transmission slammed into reverse. There was a buzz in the rear which had progressed to a howl. Refer to odi# 10027025 *scc *jb *jb *jb
Problems with failing axles and transmission. *mr the consumer felt the manufacturer should fix the outstanding problems with axles and transmission and give a warranty for the power train. The vehicle experienced a noise while the vehicle was in motion. Also the window lift leaked, the rear absorbers, the rear passenger window leaked air, the seat belt mounting bolts, fire hazard on the manifold debris shield, brake pedal pulsated wildly(front rotors turned), the passenger window had stuck shut, the exterior mirror had broken off, and the transmission slammed into reverse. There was a buzz in the rear which had progressed to a howl. Refer to odi# 10029353 *scc
1999 jeep grand cherokee limited. Only 45,000 miles. Vehicle stalled when making turns and now stalls when operating at high speeds. Last time vehicle was traveling approximately 65 miles an hour and stalled. Usually the vehicle will start back up as soon as it is put in neutral and you turn the key. But on some occasions vehicle has had to sit for approximately 15 minutes before starting again. Vehicle has been towed to a dealership on 2 occasions and each time when it arrives and is checked by mechanics it starts up. Mechanics and computer checks revealed no problem at the dealership. People have said that is possibly a computer problem in the vehicle and the reason the dealers found nothing wrong is the computer resets itself each time the jeep is restarted. Not sure but the dealerships cannot give me any advice on what to do to fix the problem. I cannot afford another vehicle and I am worried that vehicle stalling at high speeds is going to result in an accident. Please let me know if this is a problem you have found in other jeeps and if you know a remedy. Jeep has also had electrical problems in the past such as two auto door locks going bad, air conditioner went bad, and the battery failed. Not sure if this is related somehow or not. Check of past owner records shows maintenance for check engine light at 21418 miles (2/19/01) and 33488 (2/28/02) and automatic transmission problems at 33488 miles.
The vehicle experienced multiple problems. The horn failed. The interior lights failed. The door locks were inoperative. The ABS light and the brake light came on and remained on. The vehicle overheated when at idle for more than a few minutes. This problem has been addressed more than three times with no resolution. The brakes vibrated and this has been a problem since the first year of purchase. The consumer has requested jeep to buy back the vehicle. Mr scc
The vehicle experienced the following problems: no horn, interior lights, or door locks, the ABS/brakes lights were on, continuous overheating when idled, despite repeated brake work, they were still a problem, the dashlights didn't get bright as normal, hissing noise in the brakes (booster was replaced), blower motor was inoperative along with mode position (replaced blower motor resister wiring harness), front pinion seal leaked and was replaced, there was a broken bolt in the rear stabilizer bar (removed), when the vehicle was placed in drive from park, it shifted hard (replaced driveshaft), the control module was replaced, the brakes pulsated on numerous occasions (tsb was completed), the blower module was replaced, all gauges stopped working,all warning light would come on, the engine temperature climbed higher than normal (replaced the fan power transmitter), the windshield wipers had become inoperative, and the arm had broken (replaced the rear arm). The consumer requested the dealer to back the vehicle. Mr scc
Exhaust manifold gasket over heated and burned up in turn had caused over heating in the torque converter. This LED to transmission failure. Keyless entry lock had malfunction also.
On december 7, 2002 my family and I (including my 2 1/2 year old daughter) were driving down the new jersey turnpike and our 1999 jeep grand cherokee caught fire. A state trooper aided us in putting the fire out and we had the vehicle towed off of the interstate. Upon our return home that evening we discovered a daimler chrysler recall notice (recall: b06) in the mail stating that a defect in the exhaust manifold may result in and underhood fire. Daimler chrysler has since informed us that because the vehicle is over 3 years old they will not reimburse us for the costs of repair or provide an explanation as to how or why the fire ocurred.
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My 1999 jeep grand cherokee limited with 4.7 liter v8 has a nasty white foam where I fill the oil. Looks like some kind of emulsification. Maybe water in my oil. I changed the oil this weekend when it was 2 degrees out and the white foam was frozen in chunks which then fell down the tube. Is there a tsb for this problem. I have heard similar problems from others with the 4.7 liter. How can I get this problem corrected by jeep?
We are in a disupute with dialmerchrysler regarding a engine repair with our 1999 jeep grand cherokee laredo. On dec. 23, 2002 we broke down on the highway because a rocker arm spring broke causing a rod to break through the valve cover and drop down into the engine causing $1600 in damage. The jeep has 43,000 miles on it and is no longer under warranty. We purchased the jeep in feb. 2002 and since that time we have replaced the rotors, a leaking seals and now the engine problem. When we approached chrysler about possible assistance with the repair bill, we were told that there was no previous history of enging problems and we did not purchase the extended warranty so they would not help us. Our point is that it would have been doubtful that the engine would have had this kind of problem (nor should it have this problem) with such low miles. Also, we were never offered an extended warranty at time of purchase. When we discussed this with the salesman he stated that cost was an issue when buying the jeep so he didn't want the price to be any higher. Isn't cost always the issue when buying a new car and shouldn't we have been offered a chance to purchase the warranty? We feel that a $6 spring shouldn't cause $1600 to an engine anyhow. Is there any way you could be of help to us?
Consumer called complaining about having problem with the recall part. Dealer has the part and didn't call the consumer. Please provide further information. Ts
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