Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (wheels, lug nuts, original-equipment tires, TPMS).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle decelerated, the rpms revved, and the ABS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the speed sensor and the tire sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. In addition, the contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V438000 (electrical system); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 96,000. The VIN was not available.
Dt*: the contact stated while changing the gear from drive to reverse there was a clicking noise. This occurred intermittently. While attempting to apply pressure to the accelerator pedal the engine made a roaring noise and the vehicle failed to pick up speed. The dealership rebuilt the transmission, however no other repairs have been made. The manufacturer has been alerted. Updated 6/27/2006 - the vehicle battery would not hold a charge. The headliner had to be replaced because it was unraveling.. The sunroof motor had to be replaced. The transmission was rebuilt on 2-27-06 with on 90000 miles. The memory seat did not move back at times when the key was removed from the ignition. The tire pressure monitoring system was inoperative. The power steering pump was binding and had to be replaced. The air bag light illuminated on the dash. …
While driving on interstate 81, our low tire pressure light came on. About 10 seconds later our rear passenger tire exploded causing our vehicle to jerk to the right and weave back and forth. We were able to pull off of the road and when inspecting the tire, black smoke was rolling from the tire and the tire was in shreds. The wall of the tire completely exploded. The tires were puchased about 1 year ago. They are hankook dynapro a7-m p245/65r17 tires. They are not on the recall list, but should be. We are now scared to drive the car for fear one of the three other hankook tires will explode. We are thankful that we were not involved in a serious accident as our grandson was in his carseat in the backseat of the passenger side.
Tl contact owns a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The vehicle has cooper discoverer atr tires, size 255/65r17. While routinely inspecting the tires, the contact noticed that the exterior sidewall tires had belt separation. In addition, the tread had excessive wear. She took the tires to a tire dealer and they diagnosed it as just cosmetic failure. The manufacturer stated that those particular tires (dot ending in 1506 and 3506) were excluded from NHTSA campaign id number 06t016000 (tires:tread/belt). The contact would be responsible for the repair costs. She has pictures of the failed component. The VIN was unknown. The tire failure mileage was 5,000. The vehicle failure and current mileages were 95,000.
I have a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee with TPMS sensors installed. Apparently, metal caps were installed on the valve stems that oxidated together making their removal impossible without twisting off the valve stem, flattening the tire. I can't even get a replacement TPMS valve replacement from Jeep (mopar) because they are on backorder (due to high demand because of problems like this). This creates an unsafe driving situation--I can't check my tire pressure because the cap is frozen on to the stem--if I try to remove it, the stem will break, and there is no supply of TPMS replacement parts. These should have never been on the market installed this way-they should have had rubber/plastic caps installed.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the TPMS warning lamp flashed after replacing the tires. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop and the mechanic indicated that the tires were fine, yet the warning lamp continued to flash intermittently. At times, the vehicle was hesitant to start. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V438000 (electrical system) and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The dealer did not give a specific date for when the part would become available. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was unknown. Updated 09/03/15
I have had to replace 3 of 4 my valve stems because the threading around were you put the cap on twisted off while I was putting air in my tire. While removing the cap the stem had snapped right at the thread. The first time this happened was 180 miles away from my residence. Another time I was three states away. Having this happen while not near you home is very frustrating and was very frustrating. On the second time I was foolish enough to have a tire person talk me out of not getting it replaced, three days later out of state it snapped on me. What a freaking headache. I still the broken piece in my car after the guy fixed it for me. What a mess.
Tl contact owns a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While driving approximately 55 MPH on normal road conditions, the air bag warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The indicator remained lit until the engine was turned off. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the failure was related to the air bag sensor and ordered the part for the repair. The failure and current mileages were 55,000. Updated 2/9/09 the tire pressure light illuminated as well. Updated 02/13/09.
My wife had a flat tire this date and when the tire shop she took it to, pulled the tire from the wheel and noticed bubbles on the walls on the inside of the tire. They told her the tire was defective, but she probably caused the defect by draining it 15 minutes with slightly low tire pressure. Tire pressures are monitored closely and checked at least monthly with very little variations ever detected.
I currently drive a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee laredo, and I have been having trouble with the TPMS tire valve stem spontaneously breaking causing rapid deflation. So far two have broken, but fortunately the car was not moving on both occasions. It appears the valves broke due to corrosion. My concern is that this May occur at a high rate of speed, causing a loss of control.
Wheel & Tire complaints in other Grand Cherokee years
Frequently asked questions
How common are wheel & tire problems on the 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
NHTSA has 22 complaints about the wheels & tires of the 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 1% of the model year's 2,051 complaints. The component named most often is pressure monitoring and regulating systems (10 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee wheel & tire problems?
No. NHTSA lists no wheels & tires recall for the 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee, though it has 3 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee wheel & tire problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 73,000 miles, and 31% 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.