CarComplaints.com Notes: The fourth generation Grand Cherokee took the relatively trouble-free run of the 3rd-generation and flipped the script.
From 2010 to 2011, complaints about the vehicle not starting increased 10-fold. In fact, the 2011 model year is riddled with engine problems and a defective TIPM might be to blame. The TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module) distributes power to all the eletrical components in the vehicle, so when it starts acting funny so do numerous other components in the car. Orders for new TIPMs were so abundant that parts became scarce, prompting a class-action lawsuit claiming Chrysler ignored this obvious defect.
By 2012 complaints dropped back down by about 80%. Needless to say, if you see a used 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee on a lot just keep walking.
8.0
pretty bad
Typical Repair Cost:
No data
Average Mileage:
75,500 miles
Total Complaints:
2 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
hoping there is a recall. alternator replacement needed (1 reports)
This has been a RECURRING problem. Have had to replace the Running/Daytime lights on one side or the other 4 times. And, replaced the main headlights twice. This has been done over a period of 2 years. Replaced one daytime/running light last week, AGAIN.
Update from Aug 6, 2019: Engine started overheating. Pulled over to find the Alternator smoking badly, I assumed it was on fire because it smelled that way and it was burning hot. Shut the Jeep down and soaked the alternator with water. No warning whatsoever.
2011 Grand Cherokee with many issues. All electrical items have this constant noticeable flicker to them when the vehicle is running. The headlights are the most notable but we see it when interior lights are on as well. Have a video of it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQiNLU5ruPU
When the vehicle is not running the lights are normal, only flickering when running. Nothing else on in vehicle, no radio, no climate control, just constant light flicker. RPM's don't seem to matter either, we see the flicker at idle, while driving down highway. We noticed the light issue here after the TIPM related starting problems began happening. The fuel relay recall was applied to this vehicle but odd light flicker remains.
- sigitysym,
Export, PA, US
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This has been a RECURRING problem. Have had to replace the Running/Daytime lights on one side or the other 4 times. And, replaced the main headlights twice. This has been done over a period of 2 years. Replaced one daytime/running light last week, AGAIN.
Update from Aug 6, 2019: Engine started overheating. Pulled over to find the Alternator smoking badly, I assumed it was on fire because it smelled that way and it was burning hot. Shut the Jeep down and soaked the alternator with water. No warning whatsoever.
- mebelee, Pittsburgh, US