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Jeep Problems

Power Window Motor May Fail

Electrical & Lights -- Verified

The power window motor commonly fails in the front and rear doors. This may require replacement of the complete window regulator assembly which will include the window motor.

Brake Pulsations Due to Warped Front Brake Rotors

Brakes -- Verified

Due to warped front brake rotors or variations in the thickness of the rotors, brake pulsations may develop. The best method to reduce pulsations is to use an "On the Car" brake lathe (as long as the rotors are suitable for turning). "On the Car" equipment can correct variations (or "runout") in the rotor surfaces because it also corrects variations in other components (e.g. the hub).

Drivability Issues Due to Faulty Throttle Position Sensor

Exhaust & Emissions -- Verified

The throttle position sensor (TPS) may fail causing intermittent drivability problems like hard starting, stalling, and/or hesitation when accelerating. A failed TPS will require replacement, proper diagnoses should always be performed before replacing any parts.

Front and Rear Differential Pinion Seal and Transfer Case Leaks

Drive Train -- Verified

Leaks at the front and/or rear differential pinion seal and from the transfer case are common. Leakage from the transfer case normally occurs at the case-mating surfaces and require removal of the transfer case to reseal.

Water May Leak From A-pillar on Side Doors

Miscellaneous -- Verified

Water can leak near the A-pillar, at the front edge of the driver and passenger side doors. An improved seal is available.

Jeep Recalls (Recent)

Right Hand Drive Vehicles May Illuminate the Airbag Warning Light

Body, Interior & Misc., November 1, 2011
RepairPal Expert Overview:

Right hand drive vehicles, most often used by the Post Office, may be equipped with a steering column mounted clockspring assembly that could experience a compromised electrical circuit resulting in illumination of the airbag warning light. In the event of a crash, if the airbag warning light is illuminated, the driver's airbag may not deploy as expected. Failure of the driver's airbag to deploy increases the risk of personal injury. Dealers will perform the necessary repairs to correct this concern. The Chrysler recall number is L37.

 

Jeep Wrangler

Third Brake Light Missing

Electrical & Lights, May 6, 2011
RepairPal Expert Overview:

U.S. Drive Right is recalling 897 imported Jeep Cherokee vehicles because they were sold without the required third (center mounted) brake light. This could result in reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Vehicle owners should receive a third brake light and installation kit in the mail, along with instructions to have the vehicle repaired by a qualified mechanic of their choice, free of charge. This recall is expected to begin by June 11, 2011.

Jeep Cherokee

Chrysler Recalls 2008 Jeep Liberty Vehicles Due to Problems with Windshield Wiper System

Electrical & Lights, November 3, 2010
RepairPal Expert Overview:

Chrysler is recalling 2008 Jeep Liberty models because the windshield wiper motors may contain excess adhesive that could allow for water intrusion. This may result in intermittent and eventually inoperative windshield wiper operation, which reduces the driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor free of charge.

Jeep Liberty

Front and Rear Axle Fasteners May Become Loose

Suspension & Steering, March 1, 2011
RepairPal Expert Overview:

The fasteners for various front and rear axle attachments may not have been properly torqued during assembly. If they start to loosen, a clunking noise from the suspension may be noted. If left unattended, steering and handling characteristics could degrade, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will re-torque the affected fasteners to correct this issue. This recall is expected to begin during March 2011. The Chrysler recall number is L09.

Jeep Wrangler

Potential Loss of Steering Ability

Suspension & Steering, June 7, 2011
RepairPal Expert Overview:

Some vehicles may have been assembled with a missing or incorrectly installed steering column pivot rivet. This could result in a loss of steering capability, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect the rivet and repair the steering column as required. This recall is expected to begin during June 2011. The Chrysler recall number is L23.

 

Jeep Compass, Jeep Liberty, Jeep Patriot, Jeep Wrangler

Jeep Questions and Answers

all 40s, 1990 Jeep Cherokee, 4.0L 6 Cylinder, San Mateo, CA

Neither my owner's manual nor my repair manual mention what the idle speed in Park or Drive should be. The underhood emissions sticker states that all the engine parameters are fixed and do not n...

amadeius6, 1990 Jeep Cherokee, 4.0L 6 Cylinder, Columbia, PA

when i am driving the jeep it just shouts off and will not start for about twenty min.the jeep will start after i wait ! the jeep is a 1988

cornelius, 1990 Jeep Cherokee, 4.0L 6 Cylinder, Chesapeake, VA

weld broke loose at the hinge,door hangs way down when you open it.

amadeius6, 1990 Jeep Cherokee, 4.0L 6 Cylinder, Columbia, PA

I am not getting any spark ! If it is not a coil what can i look at next ?

MechanicMark, 1990 Jeep Cherokee, Ortonville, MI

I have an 89 Wagoneer V8 and I believe the rear main is leaking. It has 89000 miles. I need to know how to remove the oil pan, clearance wise, and if the job can be done without removing the tran...

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Jeep Owners' Stories

Ok so got this 2007 Jeep direct order from factory delivered to my dealer.
love it
except i am experiencing the same lot of problems listed by everyone else.
i currently have 187,000 miles on this bitch!
i guess that is good considering the stories thus far
BUT my biggest problem is the engine knock!
had a cylinder misfire show up at 155,000
my mechanic tried to alleviate the problem within his ability but to no avail
took it to a jeep dealer for the proper tests - compression etc.
they said it needed a new engine - nice
then i got the infamous Death wobble showing up at 185000
at 46 mph the shake was unreal and would not stop with acceleration or braking till like 30mph
took to mechanic, checked everything
he could not figure it out
I swapped tires from back to front, that worked temporarily.
does not happen as much although every little bump feels like it can shake
took it back to mechanic told him to change steeering dampner and re torque track bars according to some forum posts.
he checked the ball joints and said they need to be replaced as well
getting ready to do them soon but have not really had death wobble
i'm gonna run the engine into the ground, as i have already resigned myself to getting a new engine
but certainly was not planning on replacing the engine on this thing but it is waht it is.
i have had every little thing on this serviced by my company mechanic since purchase
everyone would ask about the knock and why don't i do something about it but really what can be done other than a complete engine tear down and rebuild was my answer to0 the tune of how much?

I have a 2003 jeep liberty and I love the truck great in so many ways,it is a 5spd manual 4dr 4x4, The problem I am having only when I back up or the truck is cold it makes a grinding sound like something under the truck wants to or is going to snap in half I have had the ball joints replaced and no I am trying to find out if anyone is having or has had the same problem and could somehow point me to what this could be.It almost sounds like it could be something to do with the axle but I am not sure and I know that something like that will probably run me alot of money so any suggestions or help would be greatly appericated. Thank you very much

Purchased 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara Worst purchase EVER! Only plus to this vehicle is it will go anywhere! The 2007 4 door has the DEATH WOBBLE! Even though Chrysler will not accept any liability, it is real and really scary! Will shake you so bad your head and teeth hurt! Spent over a thousand on repairs the dealer said would resolve the problem. Sold back to the dealer, Chrysler inspecter said replace steering dampner, dealer did what he said and it still wobbles! Luckily it is the deelers problem now! Awesome looking ride, as long as you don't have to drive it! The wobble has something to do with cold weather. By the way, it is not the tires, other comments will say it is, but those were replaced also! My husband was very upset, it was his dream car, but we had no other choice with this vehicle! We will never purchase another Chrysler product! There response to this is a joke! I am sure this "wobble" has caused many accidents!

Found out that our 2007 Wrangler Unlimited with 45,000 spun a bearing. Dealer wanted $6,500 to replace the motor. Dealer said they wanted to help me out but Chrysler needed more oil change receipts. Called Chrysler and they said they wished they could help me but the Dealer needed more oil change receipts. Bottom line - we were on our own. Chrysler's Unlimited Drivetrain Warranty is WORTHLESS!! Both Chrysler and the dealer made me feel it was all my fault for not maintaining the Jeep according to factory recommendations. There is no way an engine should fail at 45,000 miles. I will never ever buy another Jeep or Chrysler product!

My 2007 jeep Wrangler I purchased new from midway jeep in San diego in april 2008. I was so happy to get my first jeep, When I found A 2007 brand new on the lot and the color I wanted and the deal of the year I was through the roof the cherry on top was the lifetime powertrain warranty, that's what really got me into looking into a Jeep. I had bad luck with a Ford truck and was ready to go back to a toyota or honda. At this point I wish I would have. I started to notice A ticking noise in my engine, called up midway a brought it in, they told I would have to pay $110 for a to get some test done over the phone, Fine I brought it to the service department and the service guy ask me to turn on the Car I did, As soon as I did he knew right away, On what it was. He then told me if he had permission to take apart the engine to get to the real problem and he added it will be a $500 to $600 charge to do this, I asked if it would be cover in my Lifetime warranty he said it might. two days later I finally got a hold of the service person and he told me that to get my oil change receipt ready to make my case with chrysler. But the worse part was when he told me that the engine took a beating it made me feel like i never change my oil. the bearings were stripped and he said "that my oil was short 2 quarts and that the engine should have failed already" funny cause my oil light never came on nor did the check engine light. isn't that what there their for. so all in all the only way to keep your powertrain warranty all oil changes done by Dealership then chrysler has no wiggle room to say that their perfect engine was miss treated by anyone.need a class action suit on these engine no car engine should ever be replaced before 55k miles

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