1999 jeep grand cherokee with 48000 miles that needs an $1800.00 transmission overhaul! How absurd!! After contacting jeep, it was made clear to me that they accept no responsiblity in this matter. Hard to believe our american auto makers can't do better than this.
1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee transmission complaints
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My wife had stopped to get mail from rural mailbox. Stopped vehicle, placed transmssion lever in park and shut off engine. Upon return, could not start engine. Called me on cell phone to come to her aid. Car would not start and shift lever could not be moved. Suspected neutral safety switch, and attempted to force the shift lever, which caused a "crunching" sound and the engine then was able to start and the transmission was engaged. Removal of the console cover revealed a plastic "switch" with place for attachment of two cables. The front cable was disengaged and seems to be connected to the steering/brake pedal ( out of view). There is a pin in this assembly that aligns the plastic components and allows the button on the shift lever to move between positions. The pin had slipped out, and was re-inserted.the vehicle could now be started without depressing the brake pedal, and the steering wheel no longer locked when shutting the ignition off. The shifter worked normally, locking up in park and requiring the lever button be depressed when shifting. Apparantly the pin has slipped out again and my wife reported on 12/29/03 that the button no longer has any affect and is not required to go between positions on the shift pattern. This sounds like the problem I have read about with gr cherokees moving unattended. It is time chrysler owned up to this potentially serious issue. This is our third grand cherokee and it will be the last.
Water pump rear wheel bearings.
My 1999 jeep grand cherokee (gc) limited 8 cylinder quadradrive has given me nothing but problems since I bought it in october of 2002. I had the transfer seal replaced due to it leaking, the differential makes noise, the all wheel drive does not work (all wheel drive only works in low), and the tires lock up and make a noise when I am turning. It seems that their are other 1999 jeep gc owners out there with the same problem. How about a recall to fix this problem?
The automatic transmission does not shift gears properly. Also the vehicle experiences extended stopping distances when depressing the brake pedal which has almost caused a collision. The dealer attempted to repair the vehicle but the problems still exist. Please provide further details.
Excessive noise from rear differential. Dealer states components within differential are coming apart and that differential needs to be re-built. My cost is going to be between $1050 and $1300 for repair. I noted several other complaints from other consumers at the federal safety agency site. Dealer states its a common problem. My previous 1988 jeep did not have this problem. Any movement by the federal safety agency to force a recall or some adjustment from diamler-chrysler or am I just out of luck?
Transfer case issues on 1999 jeep grand cherokee. Since I have had the jeep I have had to replace the seals on the transfer case multiple times. To me it appears that there is some sort of defect in its design. The seal will start to leak which causes the transfer case to lock up. This causes a loud thudding noise and the car to jerk when coming to a stop. Also, in situations where the car is cold it will not shift correctly causing excessive engine whining and inability to accelerate correctly.
Sporadic harsh 1-2 shift at low speeds of 15-20 MPH, usually soon after a cold start of the engine. Jeep seems to "jump" or "stall", which is especially dangerous when pulling out into traffic. "check engine" light illuminates shortly after each incident. Reprogramming the transmission computer multiple times, replacing the solonoid pack, and replacing the control module have all failed to correct the problem. Problem has occurred intermittently throughout the nearly 60,000 miles driven to date. Reported to jeep dealer at the following mileage intervals: 9,606 miles, 13,575 miles, 15,113 miles, 56,368 miles, 56,917 miles, 57,115 miles, and 58,190 miles.
When braking brakes squeaked. Took vehicle to dealer, and dealer replaced the brakes every 12,000 miles. Also, automatic transmission gear indicator failed to engage properly.
Purchased a jeep grand cehrokee last october. In december I had to have the rotors replaced within 1,000 miles of the original replacement, the rotors warped again. I replaced the rotors again in march, by july the rotors had once again warped. The brake company who replaced the rotors both times with new factory parts will not award the waranty of the rotors. They said it is a problem with the 1999 jeep grand cherokees and not their products. I am forced to again pay to have the rotors replaced. This is the third time in less then a year. I have never had this problem with another vehicle I have owned. In addition, the car exhibits a "stop and bump" every time the vehicle comes to a stop. I have seen this problem addressed with the drive shafts, but apparently even replacing this part, does not cause the vehicle to stop this behavior. Lastly, the vehicle is hard to shift from second to third gears. I did not expect to have this many problems with a vehicle first of all that costs this much and secondly that is so new. I am extremely dissappointed.
I own a 1999 jeep grand cherokee and since the purchase date I have had problems ranging from brakes to check engine lights, most recently the transmission is beginning to leak fluid. I have contacted jeep and the local dealer about this issue and they are not willing to step forward on this issue. The vehicle has 30,k miles and is a 3rd vehicle for me to use, so it does not get a lot of usuage. At this point I would consider this a complaint issue as the vehicle is in immaculate condition, except for the leaking transmission. I would like to inquire as to the number of '99 jeeps that are experiencing the same issue. I have been communicating with other jeep owners that have the exact same issue. I have encouraged them to do the same as I am with my filed complaint. Also, jeep has been extremely arrogant about their responses to "not assist" with this matter.
Had car 1 yr, 62,xxx mi; when we test drove with 36,xxx miles, the brakes shook violently when braking; dealer installed new rotors; 3 months later I replaced brakes; 3 months after that vibrating again - rotors turned and replaced brakes again; brakes are squeaking again now; in shop for third time for transmission problems - slips gears, clunking in low gears, won't shift, surges ahead when stopping; revs up prior to shifting; dealer keeps replacing parts to fix the problem; replaced 2 electrical window regulators (drivers & passengers side). This gorgeous vehicle is a nightmare.
Vehicle was left in idle when the consumer got out of the vehicle. After the consumer got out of the vehicle, it went into reverse and ran into a mail truck. *ak consumer didn't contact dealer because she thought she didn't fully put the vehicle in park. Consumer heard of a recall when the vehicle slips out of park into reverse. *ph
While driving the rear end of the vehicle feels like its dragging on the ground. Took to mechanic, and mechanic replaced the differentral. Please describe further.
Service engine check light came on and dealer indicates it was due to some problem with the trans axle system related to the 4 wheel drive system which I have never used --he said the 4 wheel drive parts are constantly moving and sometimes the parts become defective.
Brakes/rotors,transmission.
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
Vehicle was idling in park. Vehicle popped into reverse ,ausing an accident. Accident took place in a parking lot.
Consumer parked the vehicle in the driveway with engine running. After a couple of minutes, vehicle rolled back and damaged the fencing of the residence. Vehicle was still in park. Please provide details.
In april of 2002 I purchased a used 1999 jeep grand cherokee from a local dealer because it had only 14000 miles on it. I have had to replace the brake rotors and pads due to vibration 2 times. At 46000 miles I put new tires on this to quiet a noise problem. Now at 65000 miles the noise is extreme coming from drive train. I was told today there is a defect in the ring/pinion gear assemblies used on the 99/00 model year jeeps. But there has yet to be a recall regarding this condition. I am very disappointed in the durability of the product, as it should have lasted far longer than 65000 miles, especially for the amount paid for it! Hopefully chrysler will take responsibility for poor engineering and design quality. But I doubt it. The roaring and howling noise is so loud that you can not hear others talking at road speed, and I am greatly concerned about the safety of the vehicle, but due to the great cost of it, I cannot trade it or afford to repair it because I am on disability!!!!!!!!!!
At highway speeds of 40 to 65mph, I am hearing a whine comming from the undercarriage. I presume it is from the transfer case or the front drive shaft. Would like to know how to resolve this problem. This is my second jeep, and could be my last if I can't resolve this problem.
The entire rear differential had to be replaced.
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
The vehicle rolled backwards while parked on a hill with the emergency parking brake engaged. The door was damaged.
I have a 1999 jeep grand cherokee, I replaced the the rear pinion bearing in april of 2001 and it needs to be replaced again. Daimler/chrystler is unwilling to work with me on the repair of this item. Have been driving for 30 years and have never repaired this on any other vehicle once, much less twice!
Intermittently while driving, without warning, the automatic transmission starts slipping. The mechanic indicated that this is a common problem with these vehicle.
1999 jeep transmission failure, had to be replaced at a cost of $3300.00. Never has been off road, city driving under 64,000 miles.
Transmission went out on 1999 jeep grand cherokee at 30,000 miles. Jeep will do nothing since we did not take the expensive extended warranty. Noticed on your site multiple problems with transmission, any possibilities of a recall?
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.
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