2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
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SWERVED OFF THE ROAD UP AN EMBANKMENT HITTING TELEPHONE POLE, ROLLED OVER A FEW TIMES HITTING A TREE, GUARD RAIL, THEN COMING TO REST ON DRIVERS SIDE. *TR
DRIVING DOWN MAIN STREET AND IT WAS DRY ROAD CONDITIONS AND WENT TO APPLY BRAKES AND PEDAL WOULD NOT ENGAGE AT TIME. HAD IN PAST PULSING PEDAL, BUT NO BRAKES AT ALL THIS TIME RESULTING IN A REAREND COLLISION WITH THE CAR THAT HAD STOPPED IN FRONT OF ME. *TR
WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE SKIDDED IN THE DIRECTION OF THE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE, WHEN THE CONSUMER TRIED TO AVOID AN COLLISION, THE CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND SLID INTO A POLE. UPON IMPACT, THE DRIVER AND REAR SEATS FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, ALL THREE OCCUPANTS SUSTAINED BACK INJURIES. *AK *JB
TAKATA RECALL-- I HAD AN ACCIDENT JANUARY 7, 2016, I HIT A POLE. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I DID A SEARCH AND I FOUND OUT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS JEEP. I ONLY HAD LIABILITY INSURANCE. I GOT IN TOUCH WITH THE COMPANY THEY HAD THE CAR TOWED TO A DEALERSHIP AND SUPPOSEDLY HAD IT CHECKED OUT BUT I DON'T BELIEVE IT. I MYSELF AND MY GIRLFRIEND WAS INJURED AND UNDER DOCTORS CARE. MY CAR IS TORE UP IN THE FRONT. WHY? THOSE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THEY COULD NOT TELL ME. I WAS TRAVELING ON RTE 49 EAST.
2001 JEEP CHEROKEE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SEVERAL VEHICLE RECALLS AND AIRBAG MALFUNCTION DURING AN ACCIDENT. *SMD
DURING A HIGH SPEED REAR END COLLISION, BOTH THE DRIVER SEAT AND THE PASSENGER SEAT RECLINED COMPLETELY CAUSING SEVERE NECK INJURIES TO THE OCCUPANTS. *TR
ACCELERATED OUT OF CONTROL IN REVERSE. COULDN'T STOP THE VEHICLE. *JB
I WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION IN WHICH I REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. I WAS TRAVELLING AT APPROXIMATELY 40-45 MPH. UPON IMPACT WITH THE OTHER VEHICLE NEITHER MY SEATBELT FUNCTIONED NOR THE DRIVERS SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED. THIS CAUSED INJURY TO MY CHEST WHEN IT HIT THE STEARING WHEEL.*AK
WHILE DRIVING AT 35 TO 40MPH, CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION AND NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED, CAUSING INJURIES TO OCCUPANTS OF VEHICLE.*AK. *JB
REAR-END COLLISION WHILE STOPPED /PUSHED INTO ANOTHER VEH./AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY/RESULTLING IN 2 INJURIES W/ HEAD TRAUMA/ VEHICLE A TOTAL LOSS. *AK
WHILE TRAVELING, AND AS A RESULT OF BEING REAR ENDED AND PUSHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE, AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.*AK *SLC
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED THE DRIVERS SEAT HAD HOT SPOTS AND BURNED HIM WHILE DRIVING. THE FRONT SEAT ELECTRIC HEATER ELEMENTS OVERHEATED. THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND STATED THAT HIS VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 09V117000, SEATS: FRONT ASSEMBLY: SEAT HEATER/COOLER. THEY MANUFACTURER OFFERED NO ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000.
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 JEEP CHEROKEE. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH UPHILL, THE VEHICLE SHOOK DRASTICALLY. THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL AXLE SHEARED AND THE WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE FLIPPED OVER. THE CONTACT WAS INJURED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 42,000.
2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. NO HEAT ON THE PASSENGERS SIDE IN THE WINTER, AC DOESN'T WORK CORRECTLY ACCORDING TO THE DIAL SETTINGS. DEFROST AND DEFOGGER DOESN'T WORK AS SHOULD. HAVE TO HAVE THE DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW OPEN SOME TO BE ABLE TO SEE AND KEEP THE WINDSHIELD CLEAR. WINDSHIELD FOGGED UP TOO QUICKLY ONCE LAST WINTER AND I PUT THE VEHICLE IN A DITCH AT 5AM IN THE MIDDLE OF WINTER. GOT A SMALL CUT OVER THE RIGHT EYE. MY UNDERSTANDING I WILL HAVE TO GET THE AC/HEAT BLEND DOORS AND ACTUATORS REPLACED IN THE UNIT WHICH REQUIRES THE DASH TO BE REMOVED AND COST IS OVER 1000 US DOLLARS. THE PARTS ARE INFERIOR AND MADE OF PLASTIC AND AS I CAN SEE BY THE NUMBER OF COMPLAINTS ON THE INTERNET THERE ARE MANY, MANY FAILURES. I HAVE NOT HAD THE REPAIR DONE BECAUSE IT'S JUST TOO EXPENSIVE. *TR
I WAS IN A HEAD ON COLLISION THAT TOTALED MY JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE WHILE I WAS 30 WEEKS PREGNANT. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I SPENT THE WEEKEND IN THE HOSPITAL AS A RESULT, AND THE BABY NEEDED TO BE MONITORED BECAUSE I WAS HAVING CONTRACTIONS. I INFORMED DAIMLER CHRYSLER, THEY SENT A LETTER WITH A BROCHURE SHOWING WHERE THE POINT OF IMPACT NEEDED TO BE FOR THE AIRBAGS TO DEPLOY, STATING THE CAR PERFORMED AS IT SHOULD HAVE. HOWEVER, IN THE BROCHURE, IT CLEARLY INDICATES WHERE THE POINT OF IMPACT NEEDED TO BE FOR THE AIRBAGS TO DEPLOY, WHICH IS THE SAME AS WHERE THE POINT OF IMPACT WAS ON THE JEEP. I SENT A LETTER BACK TO DAIMLER CHRYSLER VIA CERTIFIED MAIL INDICATING THIS. I HAVE HAD NO RESPONSE FROM THEM, AND THEY WILL NOT GIVE ANY INFORMATION OVER THE PHONE. *JB
Filed by owners of this model year and unverified by NHTSA — one person’s account, not an established fact.
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 103,409 MY 2001-2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE VEHICLES WITH HEATED SEATS AND WITH CHRYSLER RECALL NO. 06V-197 COMPLETED (03-04 MY) OR SEAT HEATER ELEMENTS SERVICE REPLACEMENT (01-02 MY). THE FRONT SEAT ELECTRIC HEATER ELEMENTS COULD OVERHEAT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT SEAT HEATER ELEMENTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Remedy: TRADESONIC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRADESONIC AT 626-934-8884.
CERTAIN ANZO COMBINATION HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS WHICH FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Remedy: ANZO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE HEADLAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN MAY 9, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ANZO USA AT 909-468-3688.
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT BRAKE CYLINDERS FOR CERTAIN FORD, DAIMLERCHRYSLER, AND JEEP PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE BRAKE CYLINDERS WERE SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF NAPA, RAYBESTOS, AIMCO, AC DELCO, CARQUEST, BENDIX, AND WAGNER. ONLY PRODUCTS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 27, 2005 THROUGH JANUARY 17, 2006 (DATE CODES 0529 THROUGH 0602) ARE SUBJECT TO THIS RECALL. WHEN SUBJECT TO VERY COLD TEMPERATURES, AN INTERNAL SEAL IN THE MASTER CYLINDER COULD LOSE FLEXIBILITY AND MAY CAUSE BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK.
Remedy: AFFINIA (BRAKE PARTS, INC.) WILL REPLACE THE SUBJECT BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2006. OWNERS CAN CONTACT AFFINA GROUP CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-323-0354.
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET AIRTEX ELECTRIC FUEL PUMPS INSTALLED FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR CERTAIN 1997-2004 JEEP WRANGLER; 1997-2001 JEEP CHEROKEE; 1997-2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE; AND 2000-2003 DODGE DAKOTA VEHICLES. THE PLASTIC ELECTRICAL GROMMET CONNECTORS AT THE TOP OF THE FUEL PUMP MODULE ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH AUTOMOTIVE FUELS AND MAY DEGRADE CAUSING A POTENTIAL LEAK PATH FOR FUEL.
Remedy: AIRTEX WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 25, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AIRTEX CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1-800-880-3056.
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 4.0L ENGINE ONLY, THE DESIGN OF THE INTAKE AND EXHAUST MANIFOLDS COULD ALLOW DEBRIS TO ACCUMULATE AT THE #3 CYLINDER LOCATION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A MANIFOLD SHIELD TO MODIFY THE AIR FLOW CHARACTERISTICS AND TO PREVENT THE ACCUMULATION OF DEBRIS IN THE AREA OF THE #3 CYLINDER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 13, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. AN INTERNAL NUT IN THE STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY COULD LOOSEN AND CAUSE THE STEERING GEAR TO LOCK UP.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 27, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." SOME OF THE OWNER'S MANUALS FOR THESE VEHICLES ARE MISSING INSTRUCTIONS THAT PROVIDE A STEP-BY-STEP PROCEDURE, INCLUDING DIAGRAMS, FOR PROPERLY ATTACHING A CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM'S TETHER STRAP TO THE TETHER ANCHORAGE.
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN ADDENDUM TO THE OWNER'S MANUALS.
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The steering column control module (SCCM) may have been built with an inadequate welded connection between the internal flexible cable (FFC) and the busbar. The faulty connection may not allow the signal from the occupant safety control (ORC) module to reach the driver's airbag module, preventing it from deploying. An airbag that fails to deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury to the driver in the event of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
The exhaust-gas recirculation (EGR) cooler can be susceptible to thermal fatigue. The exhaust gases can interact with air and other hydrocarbons in the system, which can cause combustion in the inlet manifold. This can lead the vehicle to catch fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
An incorrectly fitted rear coil spring may detach from the vehicle, which could affect vehicle handling and create a hazard for following traffic. This increases the risk of accidents and injuries. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
An incorrectly fitted retaining ring in the Power Transfer Unit may cause an unexpected loss of traction and/or failure of the parking function, increasing the risk of an accident and injury. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
The high-voltage battery pack can contain cells having separator damage. A damaged separator can lead to a very rapid chemical chain reaction in the battery. This can cause the battery to overheat, which can start a fire in the vehicle. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
The separator of the high voltage battery may be damaged. This may lead to cell failure and increase the risk of fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Second row seats may have missing welds between the seat back frame and the anchor of the child seat on one or both seats. As a result, the anchor can completely detach from the vehicle seat, increasing the risk of injury to the child seat occupant in case of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
The steering column intermediate shaft can detach from the U-joint, causing the steering control to fail, increasing the risk of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
The rear coil springs may be defective and can become detached while the vehicle is in motion, creating a risk of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
The upper control arm clamping screw may have been damaged during vehicle assembly. If it breaks, the clamping force between the control arm ball joint and the steering knuckle could be lost. This could cause the wheel to detach, creating a risk of accidents and injuries. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
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