Faults:

Not much: brake rotors need replaced about once a year.

General Comments:

I bought a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee in December, 2001. It had 12,000 miles on it and was still under warranty. It now has 97,000 miles on it and has been one of the most trouble free cars I’ve owned. It was my second GC. The first was a 1996 model that I traded when it had 126,000 miles on it. That car, too, was trouble free.

So far, the only parts replaced on the 2001 have been brake rotors. The problems with the rotors for that series Jeep have been well published. About once a year the rotors need to be either turned or replaced. Other than that, all maintenance has been routine – oil changes, filters, and the like. I did replace the hood support pistons last summer, at a cost of about $40. This week, one of the dash speakers blew, which I understand is also a chronic problem with this series car. I consider these items very minor, considering the engine and transmission have been very reliable, never failing me once or even faltering.

The Grand Cherokee is a workhorse. I pull a utility trailer with mine and occasionally take it to the mountains with a canoe on top. I used to own a boat that I also pulled with the Jeep. It isn’t a luxury vehicle, but is plenty comfortable for most trips, and has most of the options you would likely be looking for. I test drove one of the new Grand Cherokees and didn’t care for it, so I don’t know that I will be owning a third GC unless I get a used one.

Faults:

Same brake problems as everyone else. I have replaced calipers, rotors and it does okay for a few thousand miles, but goes right back to the shaking when braking.

I replaced the transmission twice, once under warranty and a second time at $2,000. The water pump has gone out twice and the radiator has been replaced as well.

The a/c stinks, but I have not even attempted to have that repaired. At 93,000 miles the cable for the rear window broke and I have been told I have to purchase the entire assembly which includes the motor and the cost for just the part is $280.00 plus labor.

General Comments:

This is a really poor excuse for a vehicle. I will never purchase another Chrysler product! I have always owned a Toyota which has been extremely reliable and low maintenance. I got 300,000 miles out of a 96 Toyota Celica and stills runs like new. Look out Toyota because I am coming back!

Faults:

The dual control a/c on the passenger side only blows cold air. It will not blow warm no matter what temp. I put it on.

When I push the seat memory buttons it changes the radio station, but it's alright doesn't really bother me, just funny!

The disc changer in the back is flaky, works when it wants to.

I love the seats and the ride it is the most comfortable vehicle I have ever rode in.

If anyone know what the deal is with the passenger side a/c problem might be I would appreciate the info.