Front Seat Heater/cooler problems of the 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee

I called Jeep, they stated that VIN number is not part of current recall. While attempting to repair both driver's and passenger's seat warmer system that was no longer working, and hasn't worked for years. I discovered that the factory installed heated seats had apparently shorted out and caused the foam cushion in the passenger seat to catch fire. I have not checked drivers seat yet. The wiring had burned a hole approximately 4 inches long and 1-2 inches deep. Fortunately, the fire did not spread far within the seat. Upon doing an online search, it appears that this is a very common problem. Jeep repaired the heaters 2-3 times within the first 5 years and they would stop working within 2 years, it was too expensive to continually have them repair.

Tl- the contact owns a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the drivers side and the front passengers side seats electric heater element failed and over heated. The contact turned the feature off due to the failure. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure but indicated that the vehicle was not covered to receive a repair for NHTSA campaign number: 06v197000 (seats). The vehicle was to be repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000. Dyd.

The contact owns a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee limited. The contact was driving 60 mph when the front driver side seat warmer became excessively hot. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer confirmed that the heater switch had burned out the heating core. The contact also stated that the vent doors failed to open, causing the heating and air conditioning units to fail. The vehicle was taken to the dealer again where the failure was confirmed. The manufacturer was contacted and they advised that VIN did not qualify for a repairs under NHTSA campaign id number:09v117000 (seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 96,000.

The contact owns a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated the drivers seat had hot spots and burned him while driving. The front seat electric heater elements overheated. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified and stated that his VIN was not included in NHTSA recall campaign id number: 09v117000, seats: front assembly: seat heater/cooler. They manufacturer offered no additional assistance. The failure mileage was 80,000.

The contact owns a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While driving approximately 35 mph, the driver seat suddenly became warm. The fuse began to malfunction. The seat warmer no longer functioned at all. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. The contact called the manufacturer in reference to recall 09v117000 (seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler) who stated that the vehicle was not included. The failure mileage was approximately 121,000 and the current mileage was approximately 127,000.

Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6) I have been getting a burning smell inside my 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee when I operate the drivers seat heater. I called the Chrysler hotline today to see about any recalls ,they replied none on this vehicle. I told them I was concerned that it would catch fire, I got no reply other then there are no campaignson that problem. I am concerned that it could catch fire. Now my seat heater has not been working, the light goes on but no heat. Please advise! [xxx] I purchased this vehicle last month used.

Heated seat in my 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee was not working. I checked with my Jeep dealer to find out that there was a recall on some Jeep for this problem do to the potential of the heater starting a fire. My Jeep did not fall into this recall. I am a diesel tech and decided that I would purchase a new heated seat element and install it my self. I did this today 02-21-2010 and found that the heating element had burnt and started to burn the seat cushion. I found this to be very disturbing. I believe the recall should be looked into. I have since disconnected both heated seats in my Jeep.

My seat heater got so hot while I was driving. . . I had to pull over and lift my leg (im an amputee) off the seat. . . Felt like my pantyhose were melting. . . 2001 Jeep cherokee limited. . . Inspector found burnt wires. . . But when Chrysler contacted me. . . They said my Jeep was "made in the factory" where they were recalling this same issue.

The contact owns a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While seated in the front drivers side seat the heated seat overheated and stopped functioning. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number: 09v117000 (seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler) that may be related to the failure. The dealer was made aware of the failure and stated the VIN was not included in the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.

2001 Jeep cherokee. Consumer writes in regards to left front heated seat being inoperable.

Front passenger side window fell in Jan 2008 had repair shop pull window back up - they had "replaced many Jeep regulators"; left passenger side window fell Apr 2008 had friend wire it up in place because couldn't afford part/repair.

I own a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee limited with 87,000 miles. The events leading up to the failure of the ventilation system were (1) rapid fogging of front windshield,(2) fogging of front passenger windows,(3) failure of passenger heat while still maintaining driver heat function, and (4) only cold air release on passenger side of Jeep. Consequently,(1) the windshield and front windows do not defog, and (2) no heat whatsoever comes from the passenger side floor and dashboard ventilation system. To correct this problem, a "blend air door" is necessary at a cost of approximately $1,200 inclusive of 7 hours of labor. According to the certified service department at the local Jeep dealer and online forums, this has become a very common problem for 2000-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee limiteds with duel zone ventilation systems.

Wiring in heated driver's seat was exposed and smoldered under the leather seat covering causing the foam cushion to melt and making the heated seat inoperable.

2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee= my vehicle should have been covered under the lemon laws of the us. Equipment failures: - window regulators- replaced 2 - heated seats- both seats have the wires burnt in two in them; possible fire hazard. . . Not covered in recall of a later year - blend doors broke- had to replace all three motors and doors - left turn signal does not function consistently - door lock system is failing: driver's door has quit locking; has to be done manually; back door behind the driver makes a squawking noise when you lock the doors, tailgate is not locking; alarm will go off if you open the door, but it is not locked. _constant small coolant leak.

I bought a Grand Cherokee limited in 2001 and the seat heaters (drivers and passengers) were both replaced in the first two years because they became inoperable. In 2007 the drivers side seat heater became so hot it burnt out. In 2008 the passenger side did the same. There has been a recall, but I have been told by Jeep service dept. That my vehicle is not included.

The contact owns a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The vehicle was taken to the mechanic because the driver's seat heater failed. The element part# 5072486-ab had to be replaced. When the mechanic took the seat apart to perform the repair it was apparent that the foam rubber cushion burned. The mechanic stated that the burn was caused by part # 5072486-ab. The current and failure mileages were 95,000. Updated 07/03/07.

The contact owns a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The heated seats become extremely hot and the heating system malfunctioned. The failure mileage was 79,000. The contact stated the check engine light continued to come on. The heated seat system was a safety defect. Updated 03/07/jb.

Passenger side digital climate controls do not work. Passenger side ventilation system blows cold air only. Passenger side heated seat doesn't work.

We purchased a 2001 Grand Cherokee limited from a local dealership with 50,000 miles in may of 2005. No heat from both passenger or drivers side vents. Blend door hinges separated and inop. Recirculation door also inoperable vehicle had 53,500 miles at this time. Drivers seat heater failed at 65,000 miles. Pcm failed at 75,000 miles and this was the only repair covered under warranty. The Jeep now has 81,000 miles and we have had vibration and pedal pulsation from the front brakes three times since we purchased the vehicle.

Purchased '01 Jeep new. Driver side heated seat did not work from day one. Heating element replaced at 1,400 miles by dealer. Approximately 2004/60k ps heated seat stopped working. Approximately 2005/90k while driving driver side heated seat became unbearably hot and smoking. Pulled car over, turned off switch, have not turned on since for fear of car fire.

Inquiring information regarding problems with heated seats in the 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. ** answer required*** a small fire occurred in this vehicle. The fire originated from the heating coil in the leather seats.

While driving with the seat heater in use the heat burned completely through the heating element. Both leather seat heating elements shorted out and burned. The cloth wrapping leather seating was not damaged. The blower was inoperative.

The contact owns a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While parked, the contact activated the front driver's side heated seat mechanism but the heating element failed to function. There was a recall associated with the failure under NHTSA campaign id number 09v117000 (seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler) however, the contact's VIN was not included in the recall campaign. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact mentioned that in 2004, the dealer replaced the front driver's seat heating element. The manufacturer was notified of the recent problem. The approximate failure mileage was 20,000. The VIN was unavailable.

The consumer had the vehicle in the shop almost 10 times for repairs. The consumer argued that the power steering was out of order and she was unable to steer the vehicle in reverse. The vehicle had experienced other problems such as the drive pinion, heating pads, brake rotors, calipers, pads, power steering pump, the rear shock absorbers and rear sway bar links. The dealer was contacted about the problems no help was offered. It had appeared that there had been a recall issued for the Grand Cherokees built only from Nov 22- Dec 5 2000 for the power steering and the consumer missed it by a month, but the vehicle experienced the same problem as the recall that was issued. The consumer was very dissatisfied with the dealership. The vehicle also experienced three tire blowouts. The consumer was told the problem was caused by the gear box, there was a recall regarding the issue, however the consumers vehicle was not included in the recall. The front pinion seal leaked.

The drivers side seat heater stopped working 6 months after I purchased the new vehicle. It took 7 months to get it replaced. Wrong parts were ordered, then parts were back ordered, phone calls were not returned or ignored, and I had to bring my car in numerous time, missing work frequently. After changing dealerships for my warranty work, I finally got it replaced. However, I was concerned about the passenger seat heater failing in the future. I was told by the first dealer (I purchased the vehicle through) that they would replace both. However, when I went to the second dealer, they told me that "it is unlikely that the passenger heater would fail because you do not use it as often". Well, here it is 2 years later and my passenger heater is now not working. . . 4000 miles after my warranty expired. Quite convenient, I might add. This time it took two visits to the dealer and a un-returned phone call over 2 weeks to even find out a price for me. And of course, the date of delivery of the part is unknown. 2/3 winter seasons without a seat heater in my car is unacceptable.

Consumer wants to know why his 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee was not included in the recall the consumer stated the heated seats in his vehicle became extremely hot and ultimately shorted out.