I am concerned that my gas tank is a hazard if in a rear end collision. My gas tank is in the rear of the jeep and if hit in the back would be the first thing to impact. It looks the same as the jeeps that have been recalled. But I don't see a recall.
2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee fuel system complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2001 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, there was an abnormal noise coming from the bottom of the vehicle. The contact discovered that the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 136,000.
Plastic fuel tank is located in rear of vehicle without adequate protection in the event of a rear end accident vehicle is not equipped with a trailer hitch. I an concerned for the safety of my family in the event of a rear end accident. Brought vehicle to chrysler dealer, service adviser said there is no recall for this vehicle...
I want to know if safety recall for rear end fuel tank explosions is still in effect on these vehicles 01&02.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 jeep grand cherokee. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 02v104000 (fuel system, gasoline). The dealer stated that the parts needed to complete the recall repair were not available, and that they were waiting on an approved remedy from the federal safety agency in order to proceed with the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure.
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.
I am concerned that my after market towing package is not up to code to protect my family from a rear end collision. I understand that my model jeep is at high risk for rear end collision fatalities.
Some jeep grand cherokees were recalled to install trailer hitches to prevent gas tank involvement in the event of rear end collisions. My vehicle has not been included. I do not want my daughter to be injured or killed if she is rear ended. I feel that there are not enough owners left in this vehicle age group to make the outcry that resulted in the recall and fix of more recent models. However, the gas tank in my model is still at the rear and clearly visible from the rear of the vehicle. I would like to keep the car but I would like to feel that it is safe and have the same repair that more recent vehicles have undergone.
Nothing has happened at this point, however I am very concerned with this fuel tank issue. I have 3 small children that ride in what would be the most dangerous place should I get re-ended and have a fire/explosion. I think it is absurd that they are refusing the recall or offering a fix. I cannot afford to go buy a new vehicle and had I known about this issue, I certainly would have never purchased it. I am very concerned for the health and safety of my children and definitely would like to have an update on this should one become available.
Twice in last 8 months, on my jeep grand cherokee, I've got a check engine light w/ obd code 0442 (evaporative emission control system leak detected). Could this small fuel vapor leak add to the likely hood of a fire in a rear collision?
I seen on the new the gas tank for a recall I would like my name put on a list of owners that have this jeep so when recall comes out someone will have my name to send recall to. I m a fire fighter and see know how this needs to be a recall issue the thank sticks right out and the bumper is only plastic with really no support in front and min holding straps hold on.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that every time he refueled, fuel would spew back out from the top of the fuel tank. The contact also mentioned that gasoline fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The VIN was not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 135,000 and the current mileage was 160,000.
Over the past three years my power windows slid down. One left rear a few years ago slid down as we were going down the road. Rt passenger side down about a year later. January 2nd my passenger side window did the same. I took it into the shop and mechanic said it was the regulator, it would be 300.00 to fix it, he said yep that's common in jeeps. I have a friend who has a 2002 jeep, same problem with all four.... I'm a single mother, single grandmother that cant spare that kind of money. Yesterday 04/14/2009 I walked out to my jeep to discover the window was down. Thought wow I don't remember leaving my window down because I have sound equipment I would hate to have stolen. It was chilly out that morning, tried to roll it up.... Guess what? Now all of my power windows are broken due the regulators. Fuel pump, and injectors are my problem too. Oh yeah!!!!!!!!!! Let me add the heater core to that. I love my jeep... I take good care of it, it looks brand new. The oil is changed with the best money can buy and on time every time if not sooner.
My 2001 jeep grand cherokee will not provide heat on the passenger side, only the driver's side. The vehicle also has some sort of electrical short and the entire system, including the radio will reset and start. In addition the fuel system is reluctant to pump fuel to the engine on a cold start. The dealerships advised me that the car is not built to last forever and the fuel issue and heating issue was typical. The expense however would be extreme for the heating and fuel issues to be $800 to $1200 for each repair.
Fuel pump failures, first one failed at 35,000 miles, the second at 42,000 miles, and now the third at 71,000 miles. Towing charges, rental cars etc. Chrysler customer service would only quote the warranty was expired-12,000miles/or 12 months. This time my cost is $724.00 for a new pump, $200.00 for rental,and $68.00 for towing. Three fuel pumps in 71,000 miles is ridiculous and frustrating. No more chrysler products for me.
The o-rings in the fuel pump have apparently failed according to huffines jeep in plano, tx. They have told me that a technical service bulletin has been issued for the o-rings since 1999. I do not feel I should have to pay for the repairs of an obviously faulty part. My vehicle only has 65,000 miles on it.
Bad gasket in fuel pump allows gasoline to flow back into the gas tank when the car is turned off.
Harsh down shifting, results in loud clunking, rear tire squalling, and passenger discomfort. Rough shifting into gears while parked. Moaning brakes, warped rotors fuel pump deficiancies, and miscellaneuos electrical problems.
Consumer states vehicle is leaking fuel. Dealer notified.
The dealership refused to perform the recall for the debris in the manifold 02 v 104 000 in a reasonable time frame. The dealership indicated there wasn't any risk.
Debris is accumulating in intake manifold, and could result in a fire. Dealer notified.
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