Three problems related to radiator have been reported for the 2001 Jeep Wrangler. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 2001 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that the engine overheated several times. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where the radiator was replaced twice and the engine seal was also replaced however, the failure was not corrected. The vehicle was taken back to the mechanic, who determined that the engine head gasket was cracked, causing pistons 3 and 4 to fail. In addition, the radiator fluid began to drain abnormally. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 136,000 and the current mileage was 148,000. . . Updated 11/28/12 the consumer stated the engine head was cracked. Updated 12/03/12.
The contact owns a 2001 Jeep Wrangler. While driving approximately 45 mph, the engine warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was maneuvered to a safe location. The contact noticed the engine overheated and the radiator reservoir was empty. The contact dispensed coolant into the reservoir. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the blown head gasket. One week after the repair was performed the failure recurred. The vehicle was not further repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the malfunction. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.
Needed to replace radiator after just 60,000 miles. Then still had problems with radiator fluid leaking without being able to find where it is leaking. Eventually the cylinder head cracked at 80,000 miles. Now it needs a new engine costing me $5,000.