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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.
8.3
pretty bad- Typical Repair Cost:
- $800
- Average Mileage:
- 74,350 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 6 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- not sure (4 reports)
- remove the fuel pump relay from the TIPM (2 reports)
engine problem
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A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
Problem started by engine suddenly cranking but not turning over one evening. Started up fine the next morning, then wouldn't start again later that day. Started fine when tow truck arrived. Then wouldn't start again. Towed to dealer. Replaced fuel pump. Started fine the next day, but when parked at destination, engine wouldn't shut off when in off position-engine started smoking and caught on fire and then stalled. Towed to repair shop where they cooled engine, replaced coolant and couldn't figure out what the problem was. Drove home 2+ hours, ran fine. Wouldn't start the next day, took to dealer, did fuel pump relay bypass. Drove it home after repair. Next day, wouldn't start-battery completely dead. Wouldn't jump. Replaced battery-engine started but wouldn't turn off again in off position, started smoking-pulled fuse to get it to turn off. Back at dealership-quoted $9,000 (!!!!!!!!!!!) to get it running again. Still owe ~20k on our auto loan....feeling totally helpless and screwed over. Someone please HELP!!!!
- Nora P., Denver, US