Steering Problems of Jeep Grand Cherokee

Jeep Grand Cherokee owners have reported 1,215 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 29 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (748 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering gear box (72 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Steering problems of Jeep Grand Cherokee

The Steering problem

The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the esc and “service 4wd” warning lights illuminated, causing the vehicle to shake abnormally. Additionally, the transmission unexpectedly shifted to 4wd low while driving.   Read details...

The Steering Gear Box problem

The contact owns a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that intermittently the steering column locked while driving. A technician from the dealer concluded that his VIN was excluded from recall # 03v079000, steering gear box other than rack and pinion; therefore, he was ineligible for a   Read details...

The Power Steering Pump problem

Vehicle will randomly stall while slowing down, brake pedal gets instantly rock hard and steering is next to impossible. Fca claimed if was the fuel pump relay but both fuel pump relay recalls were done and it's even worse now.   Read details...

The Power Steering Fluid problem

Brake service apt. Discovered a leak in the steering column. Leaking onto the boot and requiring a full replacement of the steering system. $2,000! 2015 Jeep gc. There are so many complaints of this issue with Jeep gc's dating back to the earlier 2000 models.   Read details...

The Steering Rack And Pinion problem

Purchased used 2020 Grand Cherokee at christmas time 2023. Vehicle had 25640 miles on it. On April 24, 2024 while driving home maybe 2 miles from home, I was lucky not to crash when losing steering response.   Read details...




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