I am experiencing so many problems with my jeep. It shift out of gear then start shutting down. Lights appear all across the dash board. At times, I have difficulty in shifting gear.The clutch slip and I get this burning smell. Then engine light comes on. It slow to move after shifting it into the forward gear. Sometimes it doesn't move when I shift it into the forward gear. Then when it does, it start bucking and kicking while driving. It slows down even when you press the gas pedal. Lastly, I have major problem with my a/c. It runs cool for a second and then completely shut off.
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee: fire, smoke or burning smell
5 of the 1,280 complaints about the 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee describe fire, smoke or burning smell.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 0%
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 21 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Fire, smoke or burning smell by model year
What owners say
Recently we drove our 2006 grand Cherokee overland and and smelled a burning smell did not know where it was coming from upon further investigation we noticed a small hole behind the passenger side rear seat it there was a smoldering hole that had appeared not sure what this is from there is no electrical equipment in this area could it be from the malfunctioning of the Heat shield causing this problem
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep grand cherokee laredo. The contact stated that the air conditioner fan malfunctioned and caused the resistor module harness to melt while driving 30 MPH. The contact smelled smoke coming through the air conditioner vents and noticed that the connecters were burned. The contact was concerned about the safety risk involved since there were no related recalls. The defect for his year make and model could potentially cause a fire to occur. The failure mileage was 112,000.
On october 27, 2008 I was driving my 2006 jeep grand cherokee towards los alamos, new mexico, for no apparent reason the vehicle stalled and eventually burst into flames, initial reports from the investgation revealed an engine electrical fire was the cause.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep grand cherokee. While driving 5 MPH the vehicle accelerated uncontrollably and without warning accelerated 30-40 MPH. The contact was unable to control the vehicle for a quarter of a mile. The contact attempted to apply the brakes and was unable to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was driven into the snow located on the shoulder, which allowed the contact to stop the vehicle. The road conditions were wet. The vehicle smelled as if it was on fire. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and is currently being diagnosed. An electronic diagnostic test on feb 22, 2007 indicated due to the performance liilluminating the vehicle needed a new ignition switch. The vehicle's current and failure mileage was 18,300.
Service bulletins that may apply
- KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number
- Exterior Mirror The latest version of these exterior mirrors have had their glass removed to be serviced...
- Customer Satisfaction Notification P73 Reprogram Final Drive Control Module: The Final Drive Control...
- Customer Satisfaction Notification P73 Reprogram Final Drive Control Module The Final Drive Control Module...
- P41 Interim Repair Procedure Brazil ONLY Some Jeep Commander and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles may...
- UConnect Hands Free Module Fails To Respond Due To Module Lock Up
- Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 4WD Lamp Illuminated and Diagnostic Trouble Code C140F Active in Final Drive Control Modules (FDCM) Memory
Related recalls
Electrical system: ignition: switch
- What is wrong
- This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, drivers should adjust their seat to allow clearance between the driver's knee and the ignition key, and remove all items from their key ring, leaving only the vehicle key. Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, to July 5, 2007, and 2006-2007 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, to July 5, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the driver may accidentally hit the ignition key with their knee, unintentionally knocking the key out of the run position, turning off the engine.
- Risk
- If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. Chrysler sent interim notifications to owners in September 2014. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P41.
Recall number 14V438000 · Recall details
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, through March 9, 2010; and 2006-2010 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, through March 10, 2010. A transfer case electrical failure may result in an unintentional shifting of the transfer case into the neutral position.
- Risk
- If the vehicle shifts into neutral, it may roll away increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the final drive controller which governs the transfer case, with new software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1‑800‑247‑9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N23.
Recall number 13V175000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee fire or smoke
Is fire, smoke or burning smell a common problem on the 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
5 of 1,280 owner complaints about the 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (0%) mention fire, smoke or burning smell. The model year with the most reports is 2012.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
There are 2 recalls and 21 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Stalling 204Door locks 111Check engine light 77Loss of power 73Headlights 67Warning lights 61Airbag light 34Seat belt 26Won't start 19ABS 17No deployment 17Grinding brakes 17Power steering loss 17Adaptive cruise 16Engine failure 16Jerking 15Won't shift 15Hesitation 14Slipping 13Sudden acceleration 13Steering lock-up 9Fuel gauge 8Misfire 7Ball joint 5Overheating 5
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