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2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 118 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee, most often about the electrical (40% of complaints, typically around 85,000 miles). It is 25th of 27 Grand Cherokee model years by number of complaints and has 5 recalls.
Most common 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems
Electrical
47 complaints · 40%Half of these problems showed up before 85,000 miles. Parts named most often: ignition.
When I try to start my car I turn the key and all the lights come on but the car will not start. The battery is new. The starter doesn't engage at all. Also when I try to lock or unlock the car with the key fob I have to press the key fob 10-15 times to get it to work. I brought it to my local dealer multiple times…
On three separate occasions, vehicle check engine light went on/off within a matter of seconds. The first time was approximately one week prior to the most current two occurrences which happened about 30mins-1 hour apart. Vehicle was taken to the dealership and they advised that the system had recorded no error codes…
Engine
24 complaints · 20%Half of these problems showed up before 85,000 miles.
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…
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…
Transmission
22 complaints · 19%Half of these problems showed up before 85,500 miles.
On three separate occasions, vehicle check engine light went on/off within a matter of seconds. The first time was approximately one week prior to the most current two occurrences which happened about 30mins-1 hour apart. Vehicle was taken to the dealership and they advised that the system had recorded no error codes…
Constant rumble in rear end of vehicle. Dealer has had 5 separate occasions and can't resolve. Feels like rest wheels will fall off. Also, intermittently when turning ignition switch, vehicle won't start. After 2-3 times it will then start. Had a 2005 keep cherokee that did the same unresolved issue.
Other or unspecified
14 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 97,000 miles.
I was driving along on the highway about 65 MPH and all of a sudden the engine light oil light and the 23. Electronic throttle control (etc) warning light all came on in that order and the engine just died.. No safe place to park and no power steering but was able to get it in a driveway off the road.. It would crank…
On 4/30/19 12.49 pm I was driving the vehicle on alton parkway going north, suddenly the car accelerated went out of control, hit the curve , crashed against the traffic signal pole, on east yale loop, in the city of irvine. The vehicle was total loss and caught on fire. I was severely injured with broken ribs and…
Brakes
12 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 32,000 miles.
Unintentional shifting of the transfer case into the neutral position. The vehicle rolled back. This occurred in a parking lot and at a home driveway.
Vehicle shifted from neutral and accelerated striking the side of the garage. Parking brakes would not engage, causing significant damage to the vehicle and garage. Air bags did not deploy. I believe this accident was caused by a pending Jeep recall. Nhtsa's # 13v175000.
Air bags
11 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 42,500 miles. Parts named most often: frontal.
While backing up very slowly out of the garage, the transmission jumped from reverse into forward. The gas pedal floored itself and the car accelerated at full speed into the wall of my garage, climbed over the cement foundation, and then the car slammed into the side of my house. My foot was off of the pedals as I…
The contact owns a 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that there was a hole and excessive cracks near the center of the steering wheel where the air bag housing was located. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on four separate occasions; however, the replacement part was no longer being produced to service…
Wheels and tires
10 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 32,500 miles. Parts named most often: valve.
The contact owns 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4x4 equipped with goodyear eagle rs-a tires, size 255/45/20 dot ([VIN]). The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle began to vibrate excessively. The vehicle was taken to an independent tire center who stated that the front driver and passenger…
The wheel lug nut 'caps' fall off or become loose and impair the proper function of the lug nuts when changing wheels. Many instances have resulted in stripping these lug nuts and needing to replace them for proper function. I consider this a severe safety defect in manufacturing design. The car companies should be…
Speed control
9 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 61,500 miles. Parts named most often: accelerator pedal.
While traveling on the express way at a steady speed of 70 MPH, without cruise control, the accelerator pedal moved suddenly away from the foot and stayed in the full gas position accelerating the car to well over 80 MPH. Attempts to return the pedal to a safe position failed. There was no floor mat interference of…
Vehicle shifted from neutral and accelerated striking the side of the garage. Parking brakes would not engage, causing significant damage to the vehicle and garage. Air bags did not deploy. I believe this accident was caused by a pending Jeep recall. Nhtsa's # 13v175000.
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls
Electrical: electrical system
Risk: If the vehicle shifts into neutral, it may roll away increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the final drive controller which governs the transfer case, with new software, free of charge. The recall began on august 15, 2013. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is n23.
Full defect summary
Chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 jeep grand cherokee vehicles manufactured february 11, 2004, through march 9, 2010; and 2006-2010 jeep commander vehicles manufactured january 31, 2005, through march 10, 2010. A transfer case electrical failure may result in an unintentional shifting of the transfer case into the neutral position.
Electrical: module
Risk: The result of the defect could lead to a condition where the key may be removed from the ignition switch (win module) prior to placing the shifter in park. This could result in the potential for unintended vehicle movement and could increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the win module free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before august 23, 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Full defect summary
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler 300, dodge challenger, charger, jeep commander, grand cherokee and dodge ram vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with a wireless ignition node (win) module exhibiting a binding condition of the solenoid latch.
Equipment
Risk: Reduced vehicle stability could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear track bar bushing retaining hoop and replace the rear track bar if any are found to be mis-positioned. The safety recall is expected to begin during april 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Full defect summary
Chrysler is recalling model year 2010 jeep commander and grand cherokee vehicles. They may have been built with an improperly manufactured rear track bar.
Brakes: service brakes, hydraulic
Risk: This could result in brake failure without warning which could cause a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will replace the brake booster input rod retaining clip free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during february 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Full defect summary
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler sebring; dodge avenger and nitro; jeep liberty, commander and grand cherokee; and model year 2009-2010 dodge ram truck. These vehicles may have been built with an improperly formed or missing brake booster input rod retaining clip.
Electrical: instrument cluster/panel
Risk: The airbag may not properly protect the passenger in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the top cover of the instrument panel free of charge. The campaign is expected to begin in december 2009. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Full defect summary
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 jeep grand cherokee passenger vehicles manufactured from october 22 through november 12, 2009. The passenger side airbag may not properly deploy through the instrument panel tear seam.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee
- What are the most common problems with the 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: electrical (47 complaints, typically around 85,000 miles); engine (24 complaints, typically around 85,000 miles); transmission (22 complaints, typically around 85,500 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
- 5 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from May 7, 2013 (electrical). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2010 a bad year for the Jeep Grand Cherokee?
- It is 25th of 27 Grand Cherokee model years by number of complaints, with 118 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.