Two problems related to engine funny noise have been reported for the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee based on all problems reported for the 2012 Grand Cherokee.
The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While driving approximately 30 mph, the battery warning indicator illuminated and a humming noise was heard underneath the hood. The driver saw flames under the hood and the vehicle immediately shut down. There were no injuries. Neither a police report nor a fire report were filed. The manufacturer and dealer were contacted (westbury Dodge in westbury, NY, 855-477-5588) and stated that there was no recall. The failure was not diagnosed. The failure mileage was 77,000.
The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While driving 25 mph, the battery light illuminated. The vehicle made a humming noise and the vehicle stalled simultaneously without warning. The contact stated that the battery and the alternator failed. The power windows would not roll down when prompted by the driver. Furthermore, smoke appeared under the hood near the engine. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was 57,459.