Steering Column Problems of Jeep Grand Cherokee

The steering shaft spline stripped. Steering wheel turns freely in both directions without moving the front wheels. Happened backing out of in driveway thankfully instead of the interstate we were heading for. The car is as oem as can be and no modification or off-road driving has been done. The primary driver goes to/from school and store. This type of failure should never occur, the consequences of this failing steering column are deadly.

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I have been dealing with this Jeep Grand Cherokee issue for years now. At one point there was a recall on the ignition switch and it was replaced at the local Chrysler dealer. The issue I have is identical to the one in the link attached. Up until a few weeks ago, I lived with it. Now the issue has turned dangerous because it also affects the ability to brake and turn. When the brakes seemed compromised, I took the Jeep in for repair but they were not able to duplicate the issue. I picked it up last week from the repair shop and today it was the power steering that went out along with the usual dash panel function going out. I realize that this is an older Jeep but it seems Chrysler should still be responsible for the vehicle safety. . Read more...

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Tl the contact owns a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While reversing the vehicle, the rear camera proximity lines failed. There were no warning indicators illuminated. Bobb Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram (13007 wicker Ave, cedar lake, in 46303, (219) 267-1226) diagnosed that the steering column module needed to be repaired. If the repair was not completed, it would affect the air bags. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.

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Had a car accident few days ago and the air bags did not deployed at either side. Also, the steering column is stack in lower level, the mechanic said it is broken inside, needed to be replaced.

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The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While driving, the steering wheel jerked inadvertently. The contact heard a screeching noise coming from the wheels and the wheels began to adjust inadvertently. Also, the windshield wipers and the blinkers malfunctioned. The traction control activated and the steering wheel started to turn without warning. The contact stated that the check engine and traction control warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to pollard Jeep (located at 5075 east pearl pkwy, boulder, CO 80301, (303) 447-8187) where it was diagnosed that the steering column control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 14v636000 (electronic stability control). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 55,000.

The contact owns a 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While driving approximately 50 mph, the vehicle stalled and the steering column seized. The vehicle was able to restart. The failure recurred on six different occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 76,000.

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Turning the steering wheel to the right and turning on the signal for the right the horn beeped. Stopped immediately and didn't happen again for several days. Turn the signal on for a right turn the horn beeped longer. This didn't happen every time I used the signal and it is only on a right turn. Several days later I turned the lights on in fog and the horn sounded for several seconds and would not stop. It finally stops on its own. I parked in the parking lot and the horn continued to blow by itself for several seconds even after the lights and car was turned off. It continued to blow at intervals and I had to have the horn unhooked to stop the blowing. I have owned Jeeps for a very long time and would never have considered any other vehicle. I am now reconsidering this option. I do feel this is a defective part since in a very short time I have discovered two others just by talking about the problem to them. I am sure we are not the only three to have this issue. Thank you. Judy coomer I own three Jeeps, 1984, 1993 and 2005 and have never had this problem with either of the other two. I have spoken with two other people in the past several days experiencing the same issue with a 2007. I feel this is a defect in the manufacturing of this part and should be a recall by Jeep. The lights, airbag, wipers all are in the steering wheel column. I would like some advice from the manufacturer as to the solution for this issue.

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While accelerating onto curve of freeway entrance ramp, felt a slight jerk or pop on the steering wheel then lost all control of steering wheel. Steering wheel did not control car, so I veered straight off ramp and into grass/plant area. I did take a video showing how the steering wheel was spinning freely around in circles. Very fortunate this did not occur 30 seconds later when I would have been on the freeway and losing contol of steering. I had the car towed to the dealership and after inspection, was told that the lower steering column shaft broke loose from upper shaft, causing steering wheel to spin freely. When shaft broke loose it also caused damage to the clockspring. The car was repaired by the dealership, however based on the seriousness of this defect and potentially fatal results, wanted to make sure this was communicated as the car is only 14 months old with only 18,200 miles on it. . . . Updated 01/23/15.

When steering wheel is turned in either direction it makes a loud groaning noise.

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The airbag light came on a few weeks ago. I took my vehicle in to find out what the issue was. A clock spring had broken in the driver's side airbag, rendering the airbag undeployable. The original estimate for repair was $309+ tax. The mechanic tried to repair but realized that the only way to fix the airbag is to replace the entire steering column at a cost of $1800. I called Chrysler to report this issue to them, and they refused to help even though it was their design that rendered this repair of an important safety feature so expensive it is unconscionable.

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The contact owns a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the steering wheel locked and could not be turned. The wheel finally loosened after he moved it a couple of times. He also heard a clicking sound coming from the steering column. The vehicle has not been inspected. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 70,466 and failure mileage was 70,000.

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Problem. . . Driving down the road or stopped at light or in the middle of a turn or on expressway. . . It would shut off without warning, sometime it would restart immediately, sometimes not!!!. . . Extremely dangerous situations developed, which I was lucky!!! 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 4. 0 , 6 cyl. . . . Spent 6 months doing repairs/ replacement parts and many ,many dollars spent tracking down part after part. Using diagnostics machine to determine faulty part. . . Problem was the power control module ( pcm or ecu same part) was defective and either was misreading codes or giving out bad codes to parts (like to the crank shaft position sensor or the coil, or the 01 or 02 ox sensors or it goes on and on and on). Not sure how it works but you get my drift. Since signing up with cnet. Com, have found many people across America with the same issue on Jeep with different years (1994/2000) and models. To search. . . Look up Jeep stalls or Jeep fixed and you will see other topics and forums around that topic and you will also see where the manufacture doesn't know how to address the problem either. Another possible recall issue is the screws that hold the pcm might be too long and are grounding out the unit after paint wears off on firewall. . . Important to read all articles and different forums!!! . . . Is a must lastly. . . Instead of replacing pcm's, is it possible to have the pcm re flashed under recall??? I'm stretching, but maybe electrical power storms and rain is causing parts to defect??? lastly. . . Jeep parts consists of module power units that work or don't work but the pcm reads the codes and adjusts the workable of the motor. . . Another issue is that there are several issues that will shut down the motor besides the fore mentioned parts. . . Ie. . . Asd relay, the security system, door locks, steering column, the electronic key, the back windshield wiper. . .

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The contact owns a 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While driving 60 mph the steering column was loose and the contact lost control of the vehicle when driving over a bump in the road. The failure mileage was 42900. The dealer on one of three occasions replaced the tracking bar and front steering damper. Also, the dealer stated that the steering column could be replaced at cost to the owner. The current mileage was 44200.

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: the contact stated while the vehicle received a general maintenance inspection at a dealership, the dealer determined the steering column was loose and needed to be tightened. The manufacturer was alerted.

: the contact stated while driving at no particular speed, the steering column made a popping noise. This occurred while turning the steering wheel to the right. The vehicle was taken to the dealer numerous times for inspection. The dealer replaced the brakes; however, that made no impact on the popping noise.

There was a pop/creak/clunk in the steering wheel when turning the wheel left in the drive position. Brought the vehicle to dealer & was told that it was "unsafe to drive" because a piece of the steering column had to be replaced. Dealer had to order the part & car had to stay overnight. Car is less than 1 year old with 4,000 miles on it.

Dt consumer stated while driving there was a loud noise, then 2 bolts broke from the steering column, this caused loss of steering. The vehicle was towed, the mechanic stated there was also another bolt located on the inside of the steering column that broke as well. Two Jeep dealers said they had never heard of this happening before. Both cv boots are broken and the brakes had to be repaired.

This has been happening since the beginning of purchase. When I'm stopped and beginning a turn with the steering wheel, the wheel will make a grind and/or squeaking noise. I've notified the dealership when I've taken it in for repair, but apparantly, it never happens when it's there at the shop. The first time I reported it, they oiled the steering column, that was all, and; the noise continued.

Steering noise and popping.

The steering column vibrates when turning the wheels (usually at lower speeds). Took it to the dealer 3 times, first time they replaced the hoses, second time replaced the steering column, and the third time they stated this was a problem with a piece of metal in the column that vibrates due to a small gap within the steering column. I was told this would be a few months, however, 6 months have now passed and I still have the problem. One side note, it seems to do it less in colder weather!.

When a right turn is made the steering column makes a sound like the horn is blowing. First reported in 2001 while car was under warranty and dealer said he couldn't reproduce it. Reported it 3 more times and dealer said he couldn't hear it. Dealer claimed he would not disassemble steering column because, if no problem could be found, Chrysler would not reimburse them for this labor intensive work. Problem has gotten progressively worse, particularly when air temp is above 85 degrees.