Jeep Grand Cherokee owners have reported 1 problem related to steering idler arm (under the steering category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Jeep Grand Cherokee based on all problems reported for the Grand Cherokee.
Consumer was traveling about 55-60mph with her 4 year old child and lost power steering and cooling fan. Consumer had to use all weight to get vehicle off highway. Problem was idler pulley broke. Mechanic called it alternator bracket idler part #53008443. Chrylser didn't seem to be concerned, only said they couldn't cover it, out of warranty.
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