The A/C heat blend doors on my 1999 jeep grand cherokee ltd. With only 61,000 miles have failed and the system only blows cold air. This is very dangerous in winter driving conditions and as I read online it happened to almost 100% of these vehicles after they pass 50k miles. My father has a 2001 and has had the exact same issue. The repair is $1,800 and even the dealership told me it happens to all models 1999 through 2002 or 3. This should be a recall item not a chance for jeep to make money off of a factory defect.
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My vehicle has the exact same problem as another vehicle manufactured by the same company (daimler chrysler), that vehicle is a 2002 dodge ram, the federal safety agency campaign id number is 03v078000. On my vehicle the connection for the blower motor controller is undersized, with heat from the electrical current the connector loosens and causes the blower motor to cut out, it also causes melting to the blower motor controller itself and the electrical connections. For the mentioned recall daimler chrysler installs a wiring harness overlay, the solution to my problem is the same, they make a wiring harness overlay, the problem however is that the heat from the electrical current damages the blower motor controllers housing and electrical connections, which means that this part needs to be replaced as well in order to correct the problem. The consequences to this failure is that the blower motor becomes inoperable and during times when the defrost is necessary such as cold weather, the blower motor can cut out and reduce visibility. If you read my complaint you'll see it's the exact same problem as the recall I've mentioned. I have researched and investigated this situation thoroughly and am sure it's the same. I only found out about the other recall because I was explaining the problem to my brother who owns a 2002 dodge ram and he told me it sounded exactly the same as his problem that was a recall, so you can see that it clearly is the same problem.
The contact stated the blower fan stopped working and he could not defrost his windshield. At that time, he could smell an electrical fire. The vehicle was taken to the dealership ,and they determined the wiring harness for the blower motor melted. He replaced the harness and the resister for the blower fan himself.
I have 1999 jeep grand cherokee limited that the rear window is not safe for a child at all my 4 year old son got his hand rolled up between the glass and the rear of the door pillar luckily he screamed before real damage could have been done. I don't know why this was never looked at by jeep cause the grand cherokee has the same body style from 1999 to 2004.
I am not sure this is the correct place for this so if not maybe you could direct me to the proper place for my complaint.I have a 99 jeep grand cherokee about 20 months ago the blend doors in the automatic climate control broke the cost for this was around $1000.00, last month the same problem occured and jeep being aware of the problem updated the part so as to not fail so easily in jan 2004. I still had to pay for a complete repair again. My question is there anyway to get someone involved that can look into this poorly engineered item. Sincerely daniel knight.
Intermittently consumer cannot get the windows to roll up or down. Dealer informed the consumer that the window motor regulator needed to be replaced.*ak old regulator was replaced by a new one designed by the manufacturer.
This is the second time in six months that the seat supports have broken away. I am not a big person and the seat is not often moved. This structural failure of the seat is unusual, when abuse is not present, chrysler should be assistance, when it is apparent that there is a either a design flaw or structural failure.
Passenger front window regulator failed at 10,728 miles. Driver front window regulator failed at 18,670 miles. Passenger front window regulator replaced at 31,448 miles. All these instances resulted in the windows not operating for some period of time.
Heater core had a melt down. As a result, consumer was unable to clear the truck which resulted in poor visibility. This occurred while driving in a snow storm.
Within four years approximately 8,000-10,000 miles both front brake rotors had to be turned twice and then replaced. Also, both front calipers had to be replaced. This causes vehicle to vibrate and make a grinding noise when braking. Dealer and manufacturer were notified, and were unable to locate the cause. *ak the brakes pulsated while driving. The dash vent did not work, and the air only worked through the defrost.*ts the consumer stated the front end of the vehicle felt loose, the dealer discovered the ball joints needed to be replaced. The driver side rear quarter panel was loose
The front electric window on the passenger side stopped working. I can still hear the motor click like it is trying to roll down the window but nothing happens. All other windows work correctly.
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.
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
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 air bag light was intermittent. *jb the passenger side window and the driver side lock assembly was inoperative. The dealer was not willing to do anything to help. Scc
The rear of the sunroof leaks when in an automatic car wash. The manufacturer was contacted and refused to assist with repair costs.
Since puchase of vehicle there has been a vibration when applying brakes. Took vehicle to dealer, and they replaced rotors. *ak consumer states that recall 00v136/man recall 879 explains the problems vehicle is experiencing, however consumer has been charged for all repairs. After running vehicle with A/C on for longer than an hour, the A/C stops cooling, A/C was blowing through defroster vents, found miscalibrated atc head. Vehicle would cut off at idle. Right rear window inoperable. Crank sensor was replaced.
The car is not quite 3 years old and the passenger rear window fails to work. The window is not used often. The daimeler chrysler stated because of teh mileage they would not perform the repair free. My question to daimler chrysler was what does mileage have to do with a window working? Either they work or not. I mentioned that there were several tb on the power windows working sporadically.
All of the windows in this jeep have stopped working over time. The first time was jan. 27, 2000 (shortly after purchase) rht front window stopped working and regulator was replaced. On april 28, 2000 the passenger front window stopped working and regulator replaced. On october 6, 2000 the passenger front door window stopped working again and the regulator was replaced again. On june 26, 2001 the driver front window and the passenger rear window stopped working and the regulators were replaced. Finally on june 4, 2002 the drivers rear window has stopped working. This time the dealership says that the jeep is out of warranty and wants to charge to $217.00 to replace the regulator. The jeep was covered on the other previous instances. I feel that there is an ongoing problem with the windows in this vehicle. I am afraid that one day all of the windows will fail on it making it impossible to get out of this vehicle if I am in an accident or other incidence.
Vehicle was parked and engine running, emergency brake not applied. Vehicle suddenly kicked into reverse and took off, 2 young children inside. Vehicle ended up in a ditch, no injuries. Damage to vehicle unknown at this time.*ak the vehicle has long crank time when cold due to fuel upmp module failure. The right front window mulfunctions but the dealer could not duplicate the problem. Yh
What a lemon! We are averaging $2000/year in repairs. Power windows that stop working, water pump breaks, brake rotors need replacing before brakes wear out, leaking differential, transmission, and now we're told by dealer service department we need a new transfer case. Whoever designed/built/sold this vehicle doesn't have much pride in their workmanship.
Rotors are shot and it seems I'm not the only one, 4 wheel drive will not disengage even after I shift it out of 4 wheel drive (large popping noise when it does disengage). Rear wiper works sometimes and othertimes it won't. Now I'm being told the transfer case is leaking and needs to be replaced (seal and shaft). At 53,000 miles these items seem ridculous. I've checked around on the internet and it seems like others have the same problems.
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Vehicle has several jerks when decelerating and accelerating. Brake rotors(4) had to be replaced. Brake pads also had to be replaced. U-joint replaced. Ring gear and pinion problems. Transmission jerking. Sunroof vibrations when sunroof is open. Overall a nightmare of a vehicle purchase.
While driving at 40 MPH, and upon pressing down on brake, vehicle shaks very hard, rotors appear to be very worn, vehicle has been taken to dealer approximately 5 times already. *ak consumer also stated there is a ticking noise from engine when starting up,steering damper and drag link assembly were loose,transmission shifts hard into reverse, right rear turn signal bulb was replaced, vehicle began to overheat, right side mirror was cracked,speaker was inoperative, the trim on the door panel was loose, exhaust system was loud, parking brake needed to be adjusted, passenger side seat belt was inoperative, passenger wiper blade was not cleaning the window, keyless entry remote was inoperative
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The car has been out of service nineteen days since 11/99. In three times for three windows being inoperable. Front brakes needing to be scuffed and new rotors on four different ocassions. Transfer fluid changed from turning noise on four different occasion and transfer case pump being replaced when in stock. Fuel pump replaced 16,000 mi. Ac problems, worn tires, battery replaced at 19,788.
Within a year had power window motors replaced due to regulator/motor failure. Currently, problem appeard to be reoccurring. Dealer was notified, and informed consumer vehicle was not covered under a recall, and warranty expired. Feel free to provide any further information.
Dead battery from overnight flickering of lights. Difficulty with lowering/raising right front passenger window, appears to have no power. Left headlamp appears to be burned out, when ride over bump it goes on. Lights/headlights on dashboard flicker on/off while car is in garage parked. When driving and lights flicker on/off, it appears to get a surge of power and car surges forward.have taken to dealer and they cannot find anything wrong with it.
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