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Leather Dashboard Is Bubbling/Wrinkling Up
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (Page 3 of 5)
This problem may be covered under warranty. Ask your Jeep dealer.
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:
- $1,610
- Average Mileage:
- 63,100 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 87 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- not sure (33 reports)
- replace dash (26 reports)
- replace dashboard (15 reports)
- repair dashboard (5 reports)
- replace console lid (4 reports)
- no (2 reports)
accessories - interior problem
Helpful websites
- Safety - I filed a complaint with NHTSA (People who mandate recalls). The wrinkles in the leather dash could cause an irregular passenger airbag deployment.
A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
I noticed my dashboard bubbling a few weeks ago just around the front windshield. This car has been garage kept 90% of the time. I started googling the problem and found that I'm not the only one with the issue. I spoke to the dealer about the problem and they indicated that they have seen a lot of this but Jeep won't repair it. I am in contact with Jeep directly and have filed a complaint. They indicated that if the dealership felt it was a manufacturers issue (which they did). they would consider it. Don't know the results yet but will not give up until I have definite answer.
This is just the icing on the cake. This car has been in and out of the shop for the past two years more than I care to count and I bought it brand new.
- Karen A., Collierville, TN, US