Tail Light Problems of Jeep Grand Cherokee

The contact owns a 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While attempting to reverse the vehicle, the reverse lights failed to illuminate. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was previously repaired per NHTSA campaign number: 13v252000 (fuel system; gasoline, structure). The failure mileage was 185,000.

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Within 2 weeks both rear brake/tail lights stopped working. After checking all fuses and bulbs the it was found to be a faulty ground contact within the light housing due to poor design. The dealership replaced both fixtures at my expense since there has not been a recall. . Read more...

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My driver side tail light will not work when the lights are on at night. It works fine when I press my brake if the lights are not on. I have replaced all bulbs and this still does not correct the problem. Now the other side of my vehicle is doing the same thing. I have noticed other Jeeps while driving that are having the same problem.

The contact owns a 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact noticed a shortage that when he depressed the brake pedal with the headlights on, the tail lights shut off. The vehicle had not been taken to an authorized dealership and the contact had not called the manufacturer at the time of the complaint. The VIN was unavailable at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000. The current mileage was approximately 180,000.

The contact owns a 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The exterior, tailgate and brake light bulbs were inoperable and must be replaced frequently. The dealer stated that there were frequent tail light failures with this make and model Jeep. On April 15, 2007 the tail gate bulb light assembly was replaced. However, itwas currently inoperable. The current and failure mileage were 163,000.

As has been published in two other postings I see, my left tail light would work well, until I depressed the brakes, then it would go out. I had the bulb replaced 2 or 3 times, then took it to the local dealer today. $190 later, it is supposed to be repaired. We'll see. . .

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There hasn't been a accident in my vehicle but there is a known issue with the driver's side tail light on my 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I have noticed all the ones around the same model the same problem exists. This is a problem that has gotten me pulled over once recently with no ticket issued. I had it looked at before it is not the bulb this seems to be a vehicle defect since as I said before it isn't just happening to mine. This could end up causing someone a bad wreck at night if the other light were to blow without you knowing. I have already contacted Jeep they blew me off with no help.

2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee ran hot and shut off. Consumer stated that her daughter had to leave the vehicle on the side of the highway at 3 am because it ran hot and cut off. The water pump, thermostat, cooling fan and radiator has been replaced on more than one occasion. The consumer received a recall notice regarding a defect with the radiator cooling fan which could cause the vehicle to overheat. However, after the recall was performed, the consumer continued to experience problems with the vehicle. The crankshaft position sensor was replaced and the left rear tail lamp was inoperative.

There are two problems with this model of Jeep Grand Cherokee laredo. 1) the tail light socket in this model of Jeeps constantly burns out. I have replaced this socket numerous times at $8. 00 - $10. 00 each and have kept all of the burned out sockets as evidence. When the socket burns out, the tail lights stop working once you turn the headlights on. My vehicle has automatic headlights and this truly causes a big problem. I've visited a Jeep / Chrysler junk yard in my area and checked each tail light socket. Each socket is burned out like each of the sockets that I have in my possession. 2) the outside rail that connects the drivers seat to the risers breaks, converting the drivers seat to a rocking chair. I have spoken with the service and parts departments all of the Jeep dealers in a 100 mile radius of zip code (20744) and was told that these issues are a common problem with Jeeps from 1994 to 2004. I have also spoken with several friends as well as common strangers who I see with this same model Jeep and have learned that they also have this problem and the below problems. I believe that this problems are a safety issue and warrant a safety recall. I have received two tickets on two separate occasions for the tail lights alone. I can understand having to change a light bulb every year or two but not the socket that the bulb plugs into. This is a serious defect that Chrysler will not address. Please help!.

The contact owns a 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the passenger side tail light burned out and melted the plastic around the holder of the lights. In 2005, he replaced the entire lens and plastic component at the cost of approximately $115. Most recently, the contact noticed that the driver side was experiencing the same failure, which also caused a short. The repair for this failure also cost $115. The dealer advised the contact to replace the entire tail light structure. The current mileage was 98,000 and failure mileage was approximately 36,000. Updated 05/21/08 updated 05/20/08.

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Consumer is requesting reimbursement for defective ignition key locking system. ** answer required***. The consumer was told there were problems where the tumbler become frozen and the locking pins fall out making the key inoperable. The consumer had a burned out tail light bulb replaced.

After the vehicle was taken in for service the consumer noticed that the tail lights no longer worked.

The contact stated every time it rained the tail lights and brake lights shorted out. The bulbs have been replaced four times. The dealer replaced the wiring harness. The problem recurred. The spare tire storage area kept filling up with water.

: the contact stated the vehicle's headlights and taillights burned out and had to be replaced. The taillights were changed three times. The headlights also fogged up and the contact estimated only 50 percent of the light was visible to the driver.

Between years 3 and 5 replaced both tail light assembly units. Not covered under extended warranty. Problem starting vehicle. Took to dealer at least 5 times. Dealer kept replacing fuel pump and saying it was bad. Problem still occurs. Replaced transmission sensor. Replaced hood hydraulics. Now hearing noise from rear end at any speed. Being told by my mechanical that rear end needs to be replaced.

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While driving, consumer applied brakes and without warning brakes made noise and skipped. The rear axle seals were leaking. Left front out side mirror was loose. The right front window rattles. The rear hatch light was inoperable. The brakes pulsated and the rotors were resurfaced. Shock absorber makes noise when hitting slight bumps. The vehicle rattle in front at 15-30 mph. The front tires were wearing out due to misalignment. The vehicle was hard to start after warmed up.

Both tail light assemblies failed (brake lights do not work when the headlights are on). The failure was due to the ground connection of the brake lamps, which is part of the tail light assy. The assy is not strong enough to withstand the brake light bulbs when secured and cracks. This compromises the ground connection and the lights do not function correctly. Must replace tail light assy.

Consumer started experiencing problems with the brakes nine months after purchase. The consumer had rotors replaced several times. There was an excessive crank when the consumer attempted to start the vehicle, the dealer replaced the fuel pump quad ring. The tail light bulb and water pump was replaced.

Consumer stated when applying brakes, the vehicle will vibrate, consumer took vehicle to the dealer, and dealer indicated the rotors were warped. . Also the rear taillight lens was broke, the lug nut covers were replaced.

Rear light bulb failed.

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Rear light panel failed. Yh.

Vehicle ran out of gas even though the gas gauge indicated that it contained more than aquarter of gas. Also rear lamps/tail lights malfunctioned.

Rear tail light wiring failed.

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Rear tail lights leaking water creating moisture inside lense.