10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
13 / 3
Injuries / Deaths:
9 / 2
Average Mileage:
50,111 miles

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2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee electrical problems

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2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Owner Comments (Page 3 of 36)

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problem #677

Dec 252017

Grand Cherokee

  • 130,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

While driving the dash board goes black and all gauges go to zero loses complete electrical power. This happens several times a week. Ignition switch has been changed already

- Point Pleasant, NJ, USA

problem #676

Oct 202017

Grand Cherokee

  • 175,000 miles
Takata recall I have been having problems where my Jeep randomly shuts off in the middle of the road. I have usually been on city streets, some times I can be sitting in one spot, moving really slow, or even hit a bump and it shuts down.

- Moundville, AL, USA

problem #675

Nov 082015

Grand Cherokee

  • 1,800 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. When the vehicle was started, the air bag warning indicator illuminated and remained lit. The contact also stated that the key did not open and lock the doors. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer in inngrove height, mn and the contact was informed that the failures were "either a recall or a default". the manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failures were not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 1,800.

- Maplewood, MN, USA

problem #674

Oct 312017

Grand Cherokee

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

1st recall recieved in 2014 about a moth after purchase said the ignition switch was faulty causing loss of power. To date have had the ignition replaced 2X. It stil looses power while in motion from 45mph to 70mph. Have had many repairs done claiming to fix the problem and nothing has worked. Dealership keeps saying they don't know what the problem is. When it loose all power I have approx. 20 seconds to make it to the shoulder. Have almost been hit several times on the freeway. This happens on a daily basis. My husband and I feel like it may be an electrical shortage somewhere that no one can seem to find

- Gustine, CA, USA

problem #673

Oct 102017

Grand Cherokee

  • 118,000 miles
When driver or parked and idling the dash, indicator lights, headlights, tail lights, speedometer completely lose power. This has happened while driving in low light conditions causing a very serious hazard.

- Gilbert, AZ, USA

problem #672

Nov 022017

Grand Cherokee

  • 117,850 miles
The car shut off lost all power control panel went out while driving at 45 miles per hour I quickly wiggled the key(ignition switch ) and the car began to run again

- Summerville, SC, USA

problem #671

Aug 242017

Grand Cherokee

  • 101,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle would become inoperable intermittently after the ignition switch was turned to the on position. The vehicle was towed to freedom Chrysler Jeep Dodge (located at 6060 allentown blvd, harrisburg, pa), but the failure could not be diagnosed. The contact stated that the failure occurred more frequently after being repaired per NHTSA campaign number: 14V438000 (electrical system). The contact stated that the battery was replaced on various occasions. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 101,000.

- Hershey, PA, USA

problem #670

May 012017

Grand Cherokee

  • 155,000 miles
Continued stalling issues because of ignition switch recall. Had the recall service performed and it is still having stalling issues to the point that without they key in the ignition the vehicle will shift into gear. Last occurrence it wouldn't turn over and when it did a horrendous sound came from the engine. Needs new motor per mechanic.

- Pleasanton, CA, USA

problem #669

May 292017

Grand Cherokee

  • 152,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While driving at unknown speeds, the contact looked through the rearview mirror and noticed metal debris falling from underneath the vehicle. The contact pulled the vehicle off the roadway to inspect underneath it and noticed that the skid plate under the fuel tank was bent and rotting away. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was previously at the dealer (bob richards Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram 1666 jefferson davis hwy, graniteville, SC 29829 (855) 984-5458) for power steering replacement and transmission inspection. While the vehicle was on the lift for the transmission inspection, the dealer's mechanic noticed that the skid plate was damaged, which could have been a fire hazard with a fuel leak. The vehicle was taken back to bob richards Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (1666 jefferson davis hwy, graniteville, SC 29829 (855) 984-5458) where it was diagnosed that the skid plate was gone and needed replacement. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for repairs due to the less expensive cost. The contact also stated that the vehicle was serviced per NHTSA campaign number: 14V438000 (electrical system), but the failure continued and the ignition would inadvertently turn. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact believed that the failure was related to the wiring harness and not the ignition switch. When the vehicle was started and the engine was turned off, it restarted itself seconds later. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but did not offer any assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 152,000.

- Aiken, SC, USA

problem #668

May 102016

Grand Cherokee

  • 109,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While driving various speeds, the vehicle lost power, the anti-lock brakes failed, and all the warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the anti-lock brake and check engine warning indicators illuminated. At times, the contact was able to turn the ignition off and on and the vehicle would either restart immediately or operate normally after a few minutes. The vehicle was taken to ch urness Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram in dalles, or (541)-296-2284, where a diagnostic test was completed, but there was uncertainty of the failure codes. The contact believed an ignition code was present, but no repairs were completed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 109,000.

- The Dalles, OR, USA

problem #667

Mar 012017

Grand Cherokee

  • 170,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While driving various speeds, the air bag warning indicator illuminated continuously. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the air bag system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000.

- Montgomery, AL, USA

problem #666

Jul 182014

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V438000 (electrical system). The part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair for a long time. In addition, the service engine indicator randomly illuminated. The dealer did not give a specific date for when the part would become available. The dealer stated that the contact would need to wait for a second letter. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was not available. Parts distribution disconnect.

- Hammond, IN, USA

problem #665

Jan 092017

Grand Cherokee

  • 136,000 miles
I was told at the dealer I bought it from that all the recalls had been done. I have a service 4-wheel drive light now. The Jeep seems to go into neutral at random times. Right after it is started and driving on the road. This was a used Jeep that I bought in Dec. 2016. Shorty after I bought the Jeep the check engine light came on showing an emission code and then the transmission quit working. The transfer control quit working after they worked on it. I no longer have 4-wheel low or can I put it into neutral. But it seems to shift into neutral at random times. I have no control on if or when it will shift into neutral so I guess at this point I have yard art. The dealer just wants to throw parts at it until its fixed. They claim there is nothing wrong with the Jeep. Or we don't know what could be wrong with the Jeep but we will fix it to the tunes of thousands of $

- Mapleton, OR, USA

problem #664

Feb 082017

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
I had my ignition switch replaced as a result of recall NHTSA campaign number: 14V438000 nearly a year ago. Now I am experiencing the same dash lights flashing and blower not working problem as others while driving. This problem is occurring more frequently. Today after parking, I depressed the key switch to turn the vehicle off (the newly designed switch must be pressed in for it to turn) and all the dash lights lit up and blower stopped. Releasing the switch returned the dash lights to normal. Depressing the key caused the lights to turn on again. I was able to repeat this several times before it stopped. Obviously the new key switch design is contributing to the dash light problem as well. I will be bringing the vehicle back to the dealer to have the key switch replaced again.

- Escanaba, MI, USA

problem #663

Oct 072016

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V438000 (electrical system) for the ignition switch; however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

- Alexander, AL, USA

problem #662

Nov 082016

Grand Cherokee

  • 112,000 miles
The contact owned a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While driving 30 mph, the rear passenger side of the contact's vehicle was struck by another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V438000 (electrical system). The vehicle was towed to a dealer and declared destroyed. The failure mileage was approximately 112,000.

- Beaumont, TX, USA

problem #661

Jan 092017

Grand Cherokee

  • 170,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While driving approximately 50 mph, the driveshaft blew up and the contact heard a noise underneath the driver's seat. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road and was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed and replaced the driveshaft and crank case. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V438000 (electrical system). The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.

- Belpre, OH, USA

problem #660

Apr 132016

Grand Cherokee

  • 100,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power on the highway, which resulted in a crash on the passenger side. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. Minor injuries were sustained that required medical attention. The vehicle was towed to the insurance company. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.

- Ash, NC, USA

problem #659

Jul 012016

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V438000(electrical system); however, the recall could not be repaired due to the technician stating that the wiring was touched. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. Parts distribution disconnect.

- Ashland, MA, USA

problem #658

Jun 112011

Grand Cherokee

  • 42,000 miles
I was traveling to my daughters when the Jeep suddenly veered to the left. Crossed center line, hit guard rail and rolled three times down the highway. Luckily no cars were coming. My front drivers side fire was wedged in the guard rail. I was upside down and managed to undo my seat belt and crawl out back broken window. The man behind me wrote a letter telling me how he was just following me and I just lost control, he's the one who called 911 and said he was checking for "survivors". this was a sunny June morning, nothing on the road. Its like the Jeep had a mind of its own. After surgery on my shoulder and trying to get back to work, I was forced to go on disability. I wish I would have known about this recall years ago. My life has changed because of it. The Jeep was a total loss of course.this accident happened about 10 miles West of iron river, mi on us-2. this whole thing has changed my life forever.

- Iron River, MI, USA

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