2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee Engine Problems

Mileage when the problem started

• Under 25k
  316%
• 25k–50k
  211%
• 50k–75k
  211%
• 75k–100k
  316%
• 100k–150k
  947%
• 150k+
  00%

Owner reports

Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).

Driving 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee with HEMI engine on the freeway and the car lost engine power causing it to rapidly slow. Was able to make it safely to the side of the freeway, although multiple cars had to avoid, and had the car towed to our mechanic. The mechanic stated that the car needed an entire new engine as there were issues with the timing chain that then caused issues to the surrounding valves. In doing research, as this car only has 98,000 miles and is always serviced, I found that Chrysler has already recalled the Challengers with the same 5.7L HEMI engines, but has not done so for the 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee's. We are at a loss and looking at $8,000-$10,000 to get a new engine and pay for labor. Currently looking for an attorney or an existing class action lawsuit as if we knew there were problems, we would have done things ahead of time to prevent the engine failure. …

Takata recall vehicle will start intermittently getting worse, I have replaced the battery and the starter. My car will turn over on it's own if I leave my key in the start position to have the radio on without me touching the key or cranking it over. The vehicle also knocked its self out of park and hit into a building. I've had electrical issues since my purchase back in 2016 and I've had no answers to what the problems are. I owe 13,000 on my vehicle and I need help figuring out if it could be a recall or not.

I've had this car since 2011. There is one problem after another. I replaced the ac control module 3 times, replaced the evaporator sensor that was defective, replaced the TIPM kit, etc. On Friday, July 29 the car broke down and I was told the 8th cylinder stopped working. I took it to the Jeep dealer in placentia for repairs. I paid $2400. On August 5th I was told I could pick up the car and the mechanic came and showed me how the cylinder was defective and along with the manager and two other technicians assured me that I would not have a problem again for years to come. Upon leaving the dealership I called and told them that the car still does not sound right, I was told to give it time. On August 5th I was driving on the freeway and all of a sudden the car's dashboard's lights started going off, the steering wheel blocked and the car slowly stopped. I could not start the car again. …

I was driving approximately 70mph on interstate 75 southbound Wednesday May 17, 2017. All of sudden my several lights on dashboard came on - engine light, ABS, electric throttle warning light. My Jeep started decelerating very quickly. I put on my hazards as I tried to pull over to side of road. Once I was on side of interstate, I pushed on gas pedal and engine revved but the car didn't accelerate and speedometer stayed at 0. I immediately called tow service and brought car to ferman Jeep in lutz, florida. At cost of 400.00 for inspection, I was told engine chain guide failed causing my timechain to snap and shredded my oil pump and bent crank shaft. That was just the initial analysis. And ferman wanted to authorize an additional 400.00 to look further into engine. …

Sept 26, 2015 driving down the highway at about 65 MPH in cruise control, my Jeep just died. Would not start or turn over the engine light oil light and ect light came on. Turns out the timing chain broke damaged intake valve on #2 cylinder and exhaust valve on #8 cylinder. Had the heads inspected valves and timing chain replaced. And new spark plugs, it had 100565 miles on it. Picked it up from the shop on nov 13, 2015 ran perfectly no vibrations spark knock smooth.. Not even 200 miles on it and the same thing driving about 65 MPH in eco mode and it just died. The engine light traction control light and ect light and oil light came on. Pulled over on the should it would not start. Had it towed back to the shop.. The same thing timing chain broke and two cylinders have no compression. …

I was driving my car down a hill at approximately 45 miles and hour, eco mode was activated, and began to slow down the light when suddenly my check engine light and traction control light came on. I felt my car losing power and steering, but thankfully was able to coast to the side of the road before it totally shut off. I had it towed to a Jeep dealership, where they inspected it and informed me that the timing chain broke. They had never seen this before and informed me it was not possible that this happened due to normal use of the vehicle. They recommended replacing the chain, tensioners, etc., which I had them do, but they went to test drive the vehicle and found there was damage to the valves. …

Was driving my vehicle at approximately 25 miles per hour when my car shut off completely. My power steering and brakes stopped working as well and I almost rear ended another vehicle. I assumed it was the battery and replaced the vehicle battery at a cost of $225.00. The car worked intermittently for the next few days until today, when I had shut it off and then it wouldn't restart. I was finally able to get the vehicle restarted and got it to garden city Jeep where they told me it was indeed a win module. I have noticed that there is a recall for that exact part for approximately 7,000 other 2010 Grand cherokees and wondering why others were not included. This is a dangerous and expensive situation and I would like to have it remedied as soon as possible. Thank you, [redacted] valley stream, ny 11581 ?

I removed the key fobik before Jeep was put in park and engine was still running. Discovered at slow speed in parking lot. There was a recall by Chrysler/FCA safety recall k08 ' wireless ignition node receiver but FCA claims my VIN was not part of the recall. However this is the exact problem that this Jeep is experiencing. Recall states "the frequency operated button integrated key (fobik) May be removed prior to placing the automatic transmission gear shift lever in the 'park' position. This could result in unintended vehicle movement and cause a crash without warning." FCA also says "recalls are VIN related, where manufactured and when manufactured. Recall k08 does not involve your vehicle" this vehicle can be in gear with the engine running and the key removed resulting in unattended vehicle movement. Very unsafe

I was drving my Jeep at highway speed through a tollway in illinois. I let up off the throttle and the engine shut off. 5 or so warning lights came on. I lost throttle response, power steering, and power brakes. I had the Jeep towed to the Jeep dealer. After 2 days, the mechanic found my timing chain broken. He also found my valves were bent. He said I would need a new motor. I did research and found that Chrysler knows about this issue. The trouble is they only recalled challengers, chargers and 300c's. They named it the p01 customer satisfaction notification. I have the 5.7 Hemi in my Jeep and it is an automatic with the mds. The service manual says the timing chain does not need maintenance and will last the life of the motor.

The vehicle will start on it's own. You turn it off and it will restart whether you are in the vehicle or not. The vehicle will lock and unlock several times while in or out of the car. The fob will not open the locks or they jump between locked and unlocked by themselves. The windows will open on their own especially the lift window in the back when driving or sitting still. The panic alarm goes off without a reason.it will start on it's own in the middle of the night or in a parking lot. Makes no difference whether I am there or not .dealership says they can not get it to do these things.it bought the vehicle in June and it has been happening since then.

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