Faults:

I have had my Jeep for almost 4 years now and it has been one of the best vehicles I have ever owned.

There have been only minor problems with it. For example the drivers side heated seat doesn't work and the custom settings for the seats, mirrors, and radio, don't work anymore. I have had absolutely no problems with the engine, transmission, or anything of the sort.

It is one of the most comfortable to ride in. It handles winter roads, that is if you actually know how to drive a vehicle, and don't drive like a lunatic.

I would definitely stick with the Jeep Grand Cherokee limited.

General Comments:

This SUV is smooth riding, comfortable, and an excellent investment.

Faults:

The rear end went at 80,000 miles.

The transmission went at 83,000 miles.

The radiator and cooling lines were replaced when the transmission was rebuilt.

The power steering pump died TWICE at about 105,000 miles.

This truck STILL runs/starts rough despite a complete tune up.

General Comments:

The difference one year makes is amazing. My wife has a 1997 Grand Cherokee that has needed minimal maintenance in addition to scheduled maintenance.

Despite several tech bulletins issued pertaining to the transmission and rear end, Daimler Chrysler has offered NOTHING for my troubles and expenses.

Very poor customer service from the dealer AND manufacturer.

I will NEVER buy another Jeep.

Faults:

The rear hatch rattled quite badly until I adjusted the striker plate. It cannot be adjusted any more and will require a new plate once it wears more.

Catalytic converter went at 43000 km, but still under warranty.

I noticed the front differential seal was leaking when checking the catalytic converter.

Center console between driver and passenger seat cracked inside and had to put large washers under the screws to hold it in place.

I had a stalling problem that was intermittent. This was due to heavy grime on the positive and negative battery posts and seems to have subsided since cleaning them. I think this is because of the Grand Cherokee's ability to throw lots of water up inside the engine compartment when going through puddles at medium to high speeds.

The rear windshield wiper keeps seizing up at the first joint due to all the road dirt that swirls around.

General Comments:

The gas mileage is awful, but I imagine it has a lot to do with the fact my previous car was a Honda and I tend to drive the Jeep fairly hard.

It's expensive to maintain and seems to suffer from a lot of little mechanical problems that to the non-do-it-yourself type can be expensive.

I love the luxury compared and comfort.

Changing the passenger side headlight should be easier than it is.

But I love taking it off roading - especially in the deep snow.