2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee review from North America
"Too many brake and transmission problems!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
10,000 miles - warped brake rotors repaired/replaced.
22,000 miles - warped brake rotors repaired/replaced.
38,000 miles - warped brake rotors repaired/replaced, transmission won't shift into 3rd gear in cold weather.
52,000 miles - warped brake rotors repaired/replaced, transmission still won't shift into 3rd gear in cold weather.
65,000 miles - warped brake rotors repaired/replaced, same transmission problem, dealer suggests a rebuild at a cost of $2,300.
51,000 miles - rear axle seal leak - repaired/replaced, transmission problem persists.
General comments?
No one can diagnose the transmission problem, not even the dealer that suggested a rebuild at $2,300. The constant brake problems are so annoying that I'll never buy another Jeep or Chrysler problem. They need to find a new vendor for their brake system. With the F package of leather seats, sunroof, etc., it's the most comfortable SUV for the price, but I won't buy another Jeep.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 50 miles |
| Most recent distance | 80000 miles |
| Previous car | Chrysler Jeep Laredo |
| Date of Entry | 16th November, 2003 |

