Jeep Grand Cherokee Long Term Review (Not Without Its Problems)

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Jeep Grand Cherokee Long Term Review (Not Without Its Problems)
Grand Cherokees can be an amazing vehicle for people looking for a capable midsize SUV which has many desirable characteristics but there are some things you need to be aware of before you spend tens of thousands of dollars on one. While there are many great aspects of this Jeep, there are some downsides. Watch the video to learn about this car and how it’s held up over time and stay to the end to hear about common problems with this model that might have you thinking twice about buying one.

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@whalerrick2 3 ай бұрын

My 2013 Grand Cherokee had 225000 miles on it when I traded it in . Best vehicle I ever owned only thing I did was a wheel bering.

@tehedonistic1 3 ай бұрын

I have a 2018 Trail Hawk with 91k miles on it. The air compressor for the suspension failed at 18k miles, fixed under warranty. The screen delaminated and I did the repair myself for under $75. Other than those 2 things I have had zero issues. Everything still works as it should. I might put another 90k miles on it before I think about buying something else.

@HeavyHaul51 11 күн бұрын

2015 Grand Cherokee Limited / 3.6 V6/ 88k. Interior is still like brand new. Seats are wearing like iron and all options and standard items still work as new. Body and paint never in an accident or repaint 9 / 9.5 on a scale of 10. Other then oil filter changes no problems Engine, Transmission, Transfer Case and Differential problems. Trans oil and filter changed every 25k. Tires, brakes and other wear items. Just changed original Battery last year. Replaced a water pump and thermostat so cleaned the whole system at 75k . I get 14-15mpg around town 20-23mpg on the road. As far as im concerned at 73 ill run this until i die or the wheels fall off. Nice body lines and up graded all lights to led.

@Introverted_Outlander 3 ай бұрын

I have a 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee with around 88,000 miles on it. I purchased it used from the dealer. It had been a regional sales reps vehicle prior to my ownership. The only issue I’ve had with it since I’ve owned, it was one of the key fob stopped communicating with the transponder system in the vehicle, and so that key fob became completely useless. This is my second Grand Cherokee I briefly had a 2018 limited with all the bells and whistles, but unfortunately an errant driver wasn’t paying attention and backed into it during the pandemic when body shops were backed up two years, and so it was traded in on this Trailhawk. Jeep has producing this platform for well over 15 years from what I can tell they seem to be as dependable as anything else in the marketplace in the segment and any early teething issues would’ve been worked out by now. You have to remember this platform was engineered by Mercedes-Benz and Porsche.

@staystrongtom Ай бұрын

Put the key fob right next to the start up, there is a touch start replicating a key, just put the key up to the push start button and put foot on brake press start right after and bam, it helps temporarily until you get new key fob.

@jamesmyers9285 6 күн бұрын

I have owned five Jeep Grand Cherokees since 2000, two with the in-line 4.0L Six, one Hemi, and one with the 3.6L V-6 Pentastar. My new GC Summit is a 2023 bought in May of 2024 because I wanted the Hemi V-8. I had to make a three-hundred-and-fifty-mile round trip to San Diego to get the vehicle. This is how rare they were with the Hemi. This is the only vehicle we will buy, they have been great SUVs, reliable and well-built.

@patrickgrimes4785 24 күн бұрын

I have a 2012 bought it new no problems accept my key phobe won't unlock doors 29000 miles on it love it has ran great

@cudaus1 18 күн бұрын

I had a loaded 2018 Jeep Cherokee 25th Anniversary Edition that I leased for three years. I wish I would have bought it. We really liked it. My wife is a Ford retiree and gets the employee discount. So we leased a loaded 2022 Lincoln Corsair Reserve. Great car, but we still miss that Jeep. The Lincoln goes back in in April 2025. We are sure thinking hard about getting another Jeep if the numbers will work. We like them loaded so I don't know if that can happen.

@mikeross4937 17 күн бұрын

Need more reviews of cars people are actually using. Every car is nice with no miles and no butt ever touching a seat.

@chrisdrives8204 17 күн бұрын

100% but most reviewers are obliged to say nice things because they're partnered with the manufacturers

@HeavyHaul51 11 күн бұрын

Every Jeep iv ever owned 2 square body Cherokees in the 80/90s and a Liberty in 2000s everyone had a weak Transfer Case. One had it changed 2x. This 2015 Grand Cherokee has 88k and no problems with the drive train.

@astrahl Ай бұрын

I’ve got 165k on mine. Cat converter is blown out but other than that it’s running well

@janet53589 Ай бұрын

Regarding the 3.6 Pentastar -- it has a metal-plastic oil cooker, located in the Vee. It is important to replace it with an aftermarket all metal design. See other videos for details. The engine is basically a very good engine and highly durable. With the lifter problem, it is important to have it fixed at the *very first* indication of any tappet clicking from the top of the engine. It isn't a particularly big job if caught early on before damage is done. Please do your own research before taking on repairs, because main dealers may not be the best place to go, due to putting on OEM parts like the oil cooler, which needs to be aftermarket and fully metal. These are essentially very good engines with a few niggles, which if handled properly shouldn't be too much trouble. Hope this helps people.

@theconfused_fisherman 17 күн бұрын

I've heard a few people talk about the cylinder heads cracking, is that a typical issue do you know?

@janet53589 17 күн бұрын

@@theconfused_fisherman There were a batch of engines from Mexico that did have issues with valve seats. The perspective you need to have is that with over 1 million engines in production, it only takes a tiny percentage to result in significant numbers. So, yes there was a back order issue on heads, but the chance of you having an issue is tiny. They are doing 600k miles before any significant wear is occurring. The timing gear is exceptionally good. It was on the Ward's best engines for 4 years. That's the overview.

@donnarios4429 4 ай бұрын

The screen may eventually begin to “detach” causing cosmetic damage then touch access limited. No other issues. OG owner. 92k miles.

@davidluciemable3778 Жыл бұрын

I knew I recognized that road! That’s in Fort Myers, FL - near FGCU!

@chrisdrives8204 Жыл бұрын

Good eye 😁

@cudaus1 18 күн бұрын

I recognized it too! I don't live too far from that area. The Dog Track was right their at Bonita Beach Road and Old 41.

@fredmiami8164 Жыл бұрын

I've always been troubled by the thought that such a stunning suv as g. cherokee is not even nearly as reliable as lets say a toyota or honda suv. Many would like to purchase and keep a g. cherokee for at least 10 years or more but they just don't make them reliable enough.

@Ophidicus 2 ай бұрын

just bought a 2020 Trailhawk with 60k miles on it 3 weeks ago and I've noticed that the car is Jerky at light throttle when you are behind somebody trying to go the same speed, maybe the driveline is loose or the transmission is going between gears too much? Also my antenna sucks and I can't even get local stations very good, XM radio works perfectly though. I have an appointment with the dealer and plan on getting the 60k mile service and have them look into those 2 issues.

@Dragandspinn 26 күн бұрын

Definitely have them "reset" the transmission. It will then learn your driving habits etc. A fluid and filter change can't hurt either. That should clear up the driveline lash.

@Ophidicus 26 күн бұрын

@@Dragandspinn Here's the thing, I took it to my local Dealership a few weeks ago and they said there's nothing wrong with it. I even asked to have the fluid changed and they said it was a sealed unit and they almost never do that and it would cost $2,000 to do I said it's so jerky and seems like it's fighting me. the technician said that's how they all drive so I'm at a loss. I even purchased a Spirit booster which helps with pedal lag but it's still jerky. I think I will have to go to another dealer or find somebody who has access to that tool that will allow the transmission ecu to be reset/relearned.

@Dragandspinn 26 күн бұрын

@Ophidicus yea that dealership is trash. They can and should change the transmission fluid. As resetting the trans goes, it may be done manually! I'm not positive but look it up. It's definitely needed. Trans filter and fluid change also. Vehicles are way to expensive now to not do everything we can to keep them.

@kevinhutchinson5322 2 ай бұрын

Put yr in title!

@abenware08 3 ай бұрын

2020 grand Cherokee limited with 46K miles bad body control module killed my headlights , turn signals and horn

@jeffkepus2492 Ай бұрын

Good grief where to begin? I have a 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland V6 with 148k miles. You're lucky to get 18MPG. I take meticulous care of it but you name it, it has broken and has been replaced. Rear Wiper Motor, Radiator, Water Pump, Wheel Bearings, Backup Sensors, Evaporator, Heating Coil, (Two) AC Compressors, the entire Air/Heat Diverter box (the whole dashboard has to be removed for that, $3K), Both Front Heat Pads (that was $3K), Distributor, Transmission Leaks, Differential Leaks, Jeep paint is shit even though its been extensively detailed with clay, polish, glaze, sealants and wax. Wheel rims had to be re-sanded and painted as they began to pit at 75k, Faux wood paneling delaminates at 100k, costing almost a $1k to replace. UConnect radio is garbage and stored stations routinely blank out and have to be reprogramed. Headlights glaze inside the lens and cost $1k a piece to replace. Whew!

@sandmansimms5704 Ай бұрын

I want to think that a newer one if I buy a 2018-2022 or so I'd not have many issues and definitely not all that you've had lol. Dang...........

@Dragandspinn Ай бұрын

2012 Overland with 241k. Cam and lifter failure at 98k covered by a warranty. And 1 headlight going out at 210k. That cost $1500 for both. That's it! Other people's horror stories are always surprising.

@jeffkepus2492 29 күн бұрын

Been searching for new headlights as the interior lenses of both are hazy. Can’t seem to find the ones for the Overland HID that are not $1000 a piece. Where did you find yours?

@janguar83 26 күн бұрын

Sorry to hear. Sounds like a nightmare. 2017 Overland here with 137k miles. Only had to replace the radiator at ~125k mi. That was $900 and the only thing beyond regular oil changes, tires, filters, shocks (normal wear and tear). Other than that zero issues.

@jeffkepus2492 17 күн бұрын

@@janguar83 Very good. Just this week I had the rear flipper glass electric switch go out and the two of the dashboard trim pieces just delaminated. Sadly, I still love the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

@awolfx7947 8 ай бұрын

Specify the freaking model in the title ffs 😂

@theconfused_fisherman 17 күн бұрын

He did.. Grand Cherokee

@deargodhelpus5046 4 ай бұрын

Do not buy this vehicle! The oil housing has been replaced on mine 3 times, lifters are going it’s been one thing after another. 3.6 engine is complete 💩

@janet53589 Ай бұрын

You probably mean the metal-plastic oil cooker, located in the Vee? It is important to replace it with an aftermarket all metal design. See other videos for details. The engine is basically a very good engine and highly durable. You have been very unlucky to have both the oil cooker and lifer problems together. With the lifters, it is important to have it fixed at the *very first* indication of any tappet clicking from the top of the engine. It isn't a particularly big job if caught early on before damage is done. Please do you research before taking on repairs, because main dealers may not be the best place to go, due to putting on OEM parts like the oil cooler, which needs to be after market. You essentially have a very good vehicle with a few niggles, which if handled properly shouldn't be too much trouble. Hope this helps people.

@deargodhelpus5046 Ай бұрын

No, the entire oil housing has been replaced three times each time costing me $2200

@janet53589 Ай бұрын

$2200 times 3 sounds painful. By the term "Oil Housing" I can only think you are talking about the Pentastar integrated Oil Cooler and Filter Housing assembly in the Vee. This really needs to be replaced by an after-market all metal design, as per my above message. You only want to have to do that job once due to high labor charges involved. Regarding the lifters, get to it as early as possible before damage is done. Both these failures are very well known Pentastar small percentage vulnerabilities which need to be handled properly. Do your research prior to taking your car anywhere. Your own research will save you a great deal of trouble. It really is essentially a very good engine without for example timing chain problems that bedevil the majority of V6 and V8 engines. Good luck.