2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls and problems
The 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 6 safety recalls and 1,447 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Jeep dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls
Recall 06V-199: Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, the plastic blades of the electric motor driven cooling fan may separate and penetrate the shroud.
Risk: If this occurs while the hood is open, a person in the vicinity of the engine could be struck by the blade and injured.
Fix: Dealers will replace the electric cooling fan modules free of charge. The recall began on september 4, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Recall 02V-104: Fuel System, Gasoline
Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with a 4.0l engine only, the design of the intake and exhaust manifolds could allow debris to accumulate at the #3 cylinder location.
Risk: This could result in a vehicle fire.
Fix: Dealers will install a manifold shield to modify the air flow characteristics and to prevent the accumulation of debris in the area of the #3 cylinder. Owner notification began may 13, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Recall 00V-195: Fuel System, Gasoline
Problem: Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Some of these vehicles may have been built with fuel tanks with suspect vent tube welds.
Risk: Separation of the vent tube weld could result in a fuel leak. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace any fuel tanks built in the suspect time period. The vehicle will be inspected and if the bar code on the fuel tank indicates that the tank was built during the suspect period, it will be replaced.
Recall 00V-034: Seat Belts
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The seat belt shoulder height adjustable turning loop (Atl) top mounting bolt was inadequately manufactured.
Risk: The affected mounting bolts may not withstand sufficient force to function properly in certain impact situations, increasing the risk of injury to a belted occupant.
Fix: Dealers will replace the shoulder belt height adjuster mounting bolts.
Recall 99V-343: Air Bags
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger and sport utility vehicles. The passenger air bag inflator assembly contains an incorrect inflator charge amount.
Risk: This condition could increase the risk of a passenger occupant injury under certain accident conditions.
Fix: Dealers will replace the air bag module with a correct module.
Recall 99V-312: Steering
Problem: Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Some steering gear units were assembled with internal end-of-travel-stops that missed the heat treat process, resulting in soft internal travel stops.
Risk: This could result in sticking, binding, or seizing of the steering gear.
Fix: Dealers will replace the steering gear on involved vehicles.
2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 463 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 185 | |
| Seats | 180 | |
| Power Train | 172 | |
| Visibility | 129 | |
| Electrical System | 117 | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 81 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 80 | |
| Air Bags | 60 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 53 | |
| Steering | 51 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 46 |
Most reported parts
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 239
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc — 89
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System › Fan — 65
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 59
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch — 56
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 45
- Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 43
- Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System — 42
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 88,450 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Jeep Grand Cherokee years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 06V-199 (engine and engine cooling), 02V-104 (fuel system, gasoline), 00V-195 (fuel system, gasoline), 00V-034 (seat belts), 99V-343 (air bags) and more. Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (463 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (185). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 88,450 miles.
Are Jeep recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Jeep dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.