2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee: fire, smoke or burning smell

Filed Feb 10, 2022 · Tires · MO

The contact owns a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee equipped with Cooper Tires, Tire line: Discoverer H/T, Tire Size: 245/70/R16, DOT Number: UP9HC5T4216. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the driver's side front tire had a blowout, causing the vehicle to bounce and shake. Additionally, there was smoke coming from the driver's side front tire. The contact was able to pull over and a tow truck assisted by replacing the faulty tire with the spare tire. The dealer was made aware of the failure and replaced the tire. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Aug 23, 2018 · Fuel system · PA

The 2001 jeep grand cherokees have an issue where the injectors get really hot and cause engine misfire and could catch on fire due to the exhaust manifold being right underneath them. The recall was already issue for these jeeps by providing insulators that are put on the injectors and between on the injectors and the exhaust manifold. My jeep already had the insulator installed but because the valve cover gasket broke and leaked oil all over the insulator blanket and soaked it with oil and made it a fire a hazard, I threw it away thinking that I can just buy a new one from chrysler. I went onto iwantmopar.com, a fca dealership (mcgovern chrysler jeep dodge ram on 777 washington st, newton, ma 02460), and ordered six injector shields and an insulator blanket to replace the one that was previously on my jeep. Three week passed and I received an email from them refusing to sell me the recall parts, stating that my jeep had these parts already. How can a dealership refuse to sell me parts that make my jeep safe and compliant with federal laws? Thanks

Filed Nov 5, 2017 · Fuel system · CA

I was told back on 11/21/2014 that my jeep had a recall on it I was told to contact my local chrysler dealer so I did the guy was so rude I thought for get this, but then I kept on hearing about jeeps like mine if rear-ended the gas tanks would burst into flames with no time to get out, so your dead then I saw pictures of many many 2001 just like mine in very graphic detail and because of my husband getting into a bad car accident I started thinking I can't be taking any chances so I started making phone calls again and I spoke to a gentleman at the federal safety agency who was very nice and said he would keep a eye on my number and be in contact with me but then we moved and so on, but always up dated our contact infor. And also would always go to post office and do the change of address correctly, so if you or any one can help me please let me know, thank you

Filed Feb 20, 2015 · Fuel system · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle was equipped with a plastic fuel tank located between the rear axles. The contact mentioned that there was no tow hitch installed on the vehicle and was concerned that in the event of a crash, the fuel tank would catch on fire. The contact did not experience a failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue.

Filed Jul 5, 2013 · Acceleration, Engine · 198,000 miles · UT · fire

I was driving about 45 MPH when my jeep accelerated, I tried tapping the gas pedal in hopes that it would affect it. That didn't help, I had both feet on the brake, I pulled the e-break and it still wouldn't stop and I was redlining. I finally saw a redlight and decided to throw it in park and it rolled another 50 feet or so before finally coming to a stop. I jumped out and ran because it was still stuck and redlining. Everything under the jeep was red and finally flames started coming out of the exhaust. The fire department hosed it down for about ten minutes before taking the keys out of the ignition.

Filed Jul 5, 2013 · Engine, Transmission · 190,000 miles · UT · fire

I was driving down the road yesterday in my jeep grand cherokee and the throttle went wide open on me, I tried to get it to stop by tapping the gas thinking it was just a little stuck, but it would not stop so I immediately pulled over, had to slam it into gear, got out and ran into a gas station and had them call 911, came back out and my jeep was shooting flames out of my exhaust and the entire under carriage was glowing red. Resulting in a loss of my serpentine belt, power steering pulley, melted my transfer case, and more that is yet to be inspected.

Filed Jun 10, 2013 · 95,000 miles · NC

Want to place my name on list for possible recall. Feel very nervous driving a truck that can catch on fire from rear impact. Pray everyday!

Filed Jan 29, 2013 · Body, Engine · 142,000 miles · CO · crash · fire

I was driving in the rain going the speed limit. My jeep hit a pool of water on the surface of the highway and started to skid and hydroploane. The next thing I knew it was flipping over and landed on the shoulder of the highway. I was lucky to be wearing my seat belt. I was suspended upside down by my seatbelt. I was able to unbuckle it and crawl out the drivers side window which was completely blown out. Seconds after I got out of the car it burst into flames and the entire vehicle was engulfed and burned completely inside and out. There was nothing left of it but burnt frame. As soon as the car came to a stop upside down, I smelled gas and just a minute or two later the car was totally burned up.

Filed Jun 24, 2011 · Engine · 160,000 miles · AR

Car started to run really bad then when I tried to crank it backup it ran for a few minutes and died. I noticed gas then flames coming from exhaust pipe. It will run for few minutes but really bad , then it will die. It want crank immediately after it dies you have to wait a while before it will crank again. I haven't been able to find out what the problems are to correct them.

Filed Mar 9, 2010 · Seats · 118,000 miles · MA

Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) I have been getting a burning smell inside my 2001 jeep grand cherokee when I operate the drivers seat heater. I called the chrysler hotline today to see about any recalls ,they replied none on this vehicle. I told them I was concerned that it would catch fire, I got no reply other then there are no campaignson that problem. I am concerned that it could catch fire. Now my seat heater has not been working, the light goes on but no heat. Please advise! [xxx] I purchased this vehicle last month used.

Filed Jan 19, 2007 · Electrical · 50,000 miles · TX

Tl* - the heater and A/C are not working in the contact's 2001 jeep grand cherokee. The contact called the dealer ( all star dodge in amarillo, tx) to set up appointment for repair. The dealer stated that the vehicle's failure is due to the wiring harness melting which created a short circuit in the resonator. Dealer explained that they would need to replace the wiring harness and resonator. The dealer called the parts warehouse in dallas, tx and they stated that there is a back order for the part that can take a few weeks before they get the part. The contact is concerned that the vehicle may catch on fire due to the failure.

Filed Mar 9, 2005 · Acceleration · 53,500 miles · MD · fire

While driving on the highway driver engaged the cruise control at 60 MPH. Vehicle continued to accelerate. Then, driver applied the brakes to disengage the cruise control, and vehicle continued to accelerate. Driver hit the off button on the cruise control and vehicle failed to disengage. Currently, vehicle was up to 80 MPH and continued to accelerate. Driver put the vehicle in neutral and the rpms went up to 6,000. Vehicle continued to accelerate. Driver put vehicle back in drive and applied the brakes and vehicle slowed down to 30 MPH. That was when driver was able to put the vehicle back into neutral and turned vehicle off. When driver got out of the vehicle all 4 brake pads were on fire, and the rotors were glowing orange.