Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (fuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, hybrid and EV propulsion).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Gasoline odor/check engine light have had this vehicle machanically checked the smell of fuel on startup with window lowered is overpowering..the check engine light came on and I had the vehicle plugged into service computer..was told too check gas cap/replace..which I did..the gasoline odor is still present and the check engine light is back on..so new gas cap isnt the problem. There are no leaks anywhere on the engine or at the gas tank, yet the smell of fuel is still present. No gas line leaks...we need to make these trucks in America again with American parts. Have always owned jeeps have a 93 sport in my driveway right now, but this '01 May be my last...literally.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact noticed that the fuel tank support system was rusted. The vehicle was taken to williams brothers Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of dundee (4706 ann arbor rd, dundee, mi 48131) where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank support system was rusted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 177,804. Consumer stated on 5-27-19 while driving part of it fell off. Consumer stated he will be replacing it.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the fuel tank was below the bumper. The dealer riverhead Dodge (located at 642 w main st, riverhead, ny 11901; [phone]) was contacted and confirmed that there was nothing the dealer could do since there was no recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted at [phone] and stated that there was no recalls and nothing could be done. The contact was advised to take the vehicle for an inspection. The failure mileage was 103,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start-up. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed the contact the sending unit in the fuel tank was inoperable. A vapor lock caused the vehcile to not start-up. The mechanic was unable to locate replacement parts. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 280,000. The VIN was not available.
The fuel rail pulsation damper is leaking gasoline creating an environmental and safety hazard. This fuel rail assembly is on national backorder and not available. We need to elevate this situation in order to get a satisfactory repair procedure in effect. This is not an acceptable way for a national dealer to care for their vehicles, leaving the consumer to fend for themselves searching endlessly for a solution. There are Jeep forums related to this issue dating back to 2015.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the fuel tank gathered rust and corrosion. Also, the undercarriage was corroded and pieces were falling off. The contact believed that the fuel tank cover May have fallen off and it was wet; however, the contact was unsure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, there was an abnormal noise coming from the bottom of the vehicle. The contact discovered that the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 136,000.
Plastic fuel tank is located in rear of vehicle without adequate protection in the event of a rear end accident vehicle is not equipped with a trailer hitch. I an concerned for the safety of my family in the event of a rear end accident. Brought vehicle to Chrysler dealer, service adviser said there is no recall for this vehicle...
On sept.2, 2014 I had my 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee towed to the nearsest dealer, milford Chrysler, milford, pa. I was driving the day before with family when the vehicle suddenly stalled in an entrance to a parking lot just avoiding an accident. Message center showed key not detectable. Several attempts later it turned over. To play it safe I returned home to exchange vehicles. It was making hissing sounds so I left it out of the garage. The next day, it was still making noises. I called for a tow to the dealer. I called Chrysler and they advised me of a recall but that the engineers were still trying to determine why but that the TIPM was malfunctioning. I was also told that a final recall would not come out for about 3 months! I had no choice but to get my vehicle repaired. They had to replace the battery, fuel pump, TIPM for a total out of pocket cost of $2493.98. …
Over the past three years my power windows slid down. One left rear a few years ago slid down as we were going down the road. Rt passenger side down about a year later. January 2nd my passenger side window did the same. I took it into the shop and mechanic said it was the regulator, it would be 300.00 to fix it, he said yep that's common in jeeps. I have a friend who has a 2002 Jeep, same problem with all four.... I'm a single mother, single grandmother that cant spare that kind of money. Yesterday 04/14/2009 I walked out to my Jeep to discover the window was down. Thought wow I don't remember leaving my window down because I have sound equipment I would hate to have stolen. It was chilly out that morning, tried to roll it up.... Guess what? Now all of my power windows are broken due the regulators. Fuel pump, and injectors are my problem too. Oh yeah!!!!!!!!!! …
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Injectors
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with a 4.0l engine only, the design of the intake and exhaust manifolds could allow debris to accumulate at the #3 cylinder location.
Remedy: Dealers will install a manifold shield to modify the air flow characteristics and to prevent the accumulation of debris in the area of the #3 cylinder. Owner notification began May 13, 2002.
NHTSA investigations
Crash Related Fuel Tank Fires
NHTSA has conducted extensive analysis of the data regarding fuel tank integrity for the model year (MY) 1993-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (JGC). As a result of that work, the agency has decided to upgrade its safety defect investigation to an Engineering Analysis and to expand the scope of vehicles included in the investigation.
Crash Related Fuel Tank Fires
ODI has completed an extensive analysis of rear crash fuel tank system integrity data for the subject Jeep Cherokee, Grand Cherokee and Liberty vehicles (SVs).As of June 2013, ODI knew of 56 post-collision fatal fires, 28 non-fatal fires, and 6 fuel leak incidents (totaling 90 incidents, 75 fatalities and 58 injuries) involving the SVs.Based on this analysis, ODI issued a Recall Request Letter (RRL) on June 3, 2013…
Fuel Storage System Crash Related Fires
In a letter dated October 2, 2009, the Center for Auto Safety (CAS) petitioned NHTSA to open a defect investigation and recall model year 1993-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokees.CAS alleged that the subject vehicles have defective fuel tank storage systems that present a fire hazard in crashes.
Fuel System complaints in other Grand Cherokee years
Frequently asked questions
How common are fuel system problems on the 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
NHTSA has 31 complaints about the fuel & propulsion system of the 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 4% of the model year's 883 complaints. The component named most often is delivery › fuel pump (5 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee fuel system problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 02V-104 (injectors, Apr 8, 2002). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee fuel system problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 103,000 miles, and 5% before 25,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.