Is The Jeep Grand Cherokee V6 2014-2021 Reliable?! What You Need To Know! 3.6 V6, 4WD, Overland
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- Опубликовано: 3 дек 2022
- As the title states here is what you need to know about the Jeep grand Cherokee with the V6 and 8Speed auto. I love this thing, and I would say its reliable. It needs Money though!
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2015 Grand Cherokee. stock engine and transmission. 413.000 miles so far. It is still running good.
Heck yeah love it
By any chance when you shut this year off have u ever heard a strange air sound coming out of the vents only when the car off though my 2015 has 113k as of now
@@davidfrazier2273 that's your blend door actuator most likely
did you mean 400,000 miles?
@lukeyup7914 Yes. Now is 436.000 miles.
Just a heads up for your viewers- thermostat housing cracks is a common thing and super easy fix with a $28 part and quick you-tube video, but make sure you order the redesigned beefier unit to avoid having the same problem down the road. They reinforced the plastic at the bend,so the difference is visible.
Also, for those who live in areas with bright hot sun, make sure to treat and protect the plastic cowl at the base of the windshield. Besides fade, it becomes brittle and cracks.
Door hinges fail and stop holding the door open. Ask my left lower leg how I know.
Still, it's actually been a great vehicle overall, and the only vehicle I've ever owned that I'm still in love with. At 7 years old, it's also the longest time I've ever kept a vehicle.
One last thing- from personal experience. Not all WK2’s are good or bad. Some owners get lucky, and have very little issues over very many miles, other owners aren't lucky at all and get one that has nothing but issues. That, my friend, IS a "Jeep Thing"
Haha well said and good notes added much appreciated my friend! I'm hoping I sorted my gremlins
I have the dash part peeling folding up .
Door hinge making noise ,
My thermostat started leaking.
I just replace de oil pressure switch that give me a cel .
Same things as mentioned before.
its a Jeep thing!
Do you have the part # for the reinforced thermostat.
@Acinc-lr2jp Sorry, I don't. But now, they make aluminum thermostat housings, which are even better. I googled it and found a ton on Amazon.
Thumbs up for "I will never be Scotty Kilmer"
We can be friends, thanks for stopping by!
Thanks for not having Scotty’s annoying voice!!! Lol😊
Everything is crap to him except old Toyotas
Had to stop watching that guy pure entertainment no substance.
@@xKurtx601I agree at first he was making some sense but there have been a lot of videos that just were pure opinion.
I purchased a new GC Laredo 3.6 in February 2014, now have 116,400 miles. The only issue I had was replacing the motor mounts. In 2021 we drove from florida to California and back. So I must be one of the lucky ones. I do keep up with the maintenance schedule.
Definitely! It's a mass produced car so most are solid and sound just wanted people to know it's not a little Corolla for maintenance and repair costs ya know :)
My WK2 has 112,000 on it. 12 years old. Since new it’s needed 4 parts replaced:
- blower motor
- blend door actuator
- a/c condenser / trans oil cooler (1 part)
- windshield cowl (rubber strip)
The blower motor wasn’t dead, but like you said the pressure wasn’t strong enough it cool the rear, but once I replaced that, the car cools down really quick and the pressure is really strong. I bought the Mopar version on rock auto for $130. I change all fluids every 30k miles, alignment once per year, and filters once per year. Oil changes every 4,000 on the dot or before with factory full synthetic oil (Pennzoil Platinum full synthetic, and I use MOPAR parts and fluids), except for shocks and brakes. PowerStop and KYB respectively for those. Love it.
That's awesome! Thanks for sharing I'll look into it. And I appreciate your ownership experience. These are great rides at the end of the day. Happy that's all you had after 12 years such a champ of a ride!
I just had to do the A/c Condenser on my 2015 Limited trail rated 3.6L. Also had to do the oil filter housing at 97k miles.
LJ, I have a 2015 Grand Cherokee Laredo and have never experienced that transmission issue. I have had to replace my transmission mounts, oil filter housing (more preemptive to ensure the original plastic housing does not crack), rack and pinion and ignition coils and that is all. I have performed more but they have been for performance =, not repairs. I add an intake system, performance ignition coils and plugs, my brakes and a few others items but no issues with it. I truly enjoy it. My odometer is 134,400 now (3/26/2023) and I purchased it at approx. 74k miles in 2020 at the very beginning of the virus.
Thanks for sharing some thoughts on the GC life! A few others said they've experienced it and it's an FCA thing so as long as it's running the dealership said it's fine 😅 super happy you're having a great experience though I love the GC even with my struggles
My 2014 JGC Overland 5.7L has been extremely reliable and a pleasure to drive and own. The radiator cap and a water pump are the only things that have been replaced in 145,000kms.
That's sweet I hope things turn around on this one for me!
You're my "hero of the day!" I saw a local ad for a "killer deal" on a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland just like yours. I owned a 1996 Grand Cherokee until 2021 when I sold it to a mechanic friend of mine. I miss it, and I wanted another, newer one. I was actually thinking of going to the dealership and driving this Jeep, and then I watched this video. I'm not sure I want "Jeep things" back in my life at this stage. I could just wait a year and buy a new one with a warranty. You may have saved me $20,000 with your honest review. Owning a Grand Cherokee is like having a relationship with a beautiful but high-maintenance woman. When it's great it's great, but when it goes bad, it's really bad.
😂 I'm snagging that line the next time I film a GC. Hope you do make it back to the community, I appreciate your humor! We had a 70 degree day in Ohio randomly last week and my screen and HVAC wouldn't turn on for about 15 min. Sigh. but I enjoy this faux luxury tank
_"Owning a Grand Cherokee is like having a relationship with a beautiful but high-maintenance woman."_
That's funny. People tend to say the same about owning an Audi.
I used to say the same thing about my Audi that I owned back in 2011. When I read that comment, I remembered saying that back then. It’s absolutely true.
I have owned a 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland for 11 years. It has 144k miles. When you hit the 100k mark, get ready for a boatload of issues. UConnect bluetooth rarely works, Shocks, Wheel Bearings, Evaporator Coil, Two (yes two) AC compressors, Heating Coil, Temperature Blend/Recirculation doors (cha ching), both front seats heating pads (another cha ching), rear wiper motor, Radiator, Thermostat, Water Pump, Serpentine Belt, Engine Mounts, Oil Cooler, Oil Solenoid, multiple delaminated interior trim components, Rear bumper proximity sensors and finally both headlights ballasts and light bulbs. This is even after following the maintenance schedule to the letter!
wow thats a lot lol
I know crazy right? First the first time, after owning 3 Jeeps over 25 years, I am looking at other SUV brands with better long term reliability.@@LJsGarage
This video is great! I love how you don't bash anything, just give everyone a heads up on things. All manufacturers have their own problems! I've driven nothing but GC's since I got my license, 94, 97, 99, 00, 07 and now a 2020 overland with the high altitude blackout package. One of the most comfortable rides out there at the price point. I've done all my own work since the beginning because even back in 2006-07 car work at a shop for a Jeep was crazy expensive! Subscribed!
I appreciate you and your great listening skill I tried to be objective and to the facts and I still have mine with 125k miles now and loving it. Thanks for the support!
Our list of 2014 JGC Overland repairs: motor mounts, fuel pump, A/C vent actuator, oil cooler leak, O2 sensors, radiator, USB port replacement (broken again!), driver side door hinges, front pass seat belt buckle and one HID headlight bulb. Still love our Jeep.
Oh man lol I'm having trouble with the hinges on my passenger side so I thought I was crazy
Great Video and comments. Thank you. I had a 2014 GC Limited (sold it due to its strange/confusing shifter) and currently have a 2016 GC 75th anniversary Limited both with 3.6L and 20" wheels. I think the transmission ( in 2014-2022 models) is 8 speed. My 2016 has the check engine light on for about two weeks now and the turn signal when turn for right turn does not cancel. At 92K miles, it runs fine and I agree with you that it is a great feeling and driving SUV. They are roomy, quiet, and drive very smoothly, and they have enough weight that you feel secure in them. Never felt the transmission acting up, you described. I do all the maintenance myself and so far it has been easy. Will tackle the turn signal assembly ($450!) change myself soon. On so many V-6 these days, the intake manifold is in the way to get to one bank of plugs.
Thanks for stopping by and great thoughts that you added as well.
I do my own work, I have a 2018 Grand Cherokee. Love it, but it is or rather CAN BE a pain in the ass. Word of advice on the brakes, get the mopar allen key for the unusual slide pins. I like the design, but even with a load of tools, nothing worked well. The right tool is ALWAYS the answer. Just did all 4 rotors and pads. Works great! Dont forget to go into the uconnect and put the car in "jack" mode if you have air ride like I do.
I had a flat a year ago and did not know about jack more until after the fact haha. Thanks for the tip on the brakes! Could not agree more on the right tool
what's Jack Mode
@@LJsGarage
Great review, I really love the 3.6 pentstar engine, and I own a 2022 wrangler with the 3.6 engine. As what I know, the 3.6 engine before the first half of 2014 is the first generation 3.6, which is unfortunately getting more issues. But I do agree that 3.6 is a great engine. Otherwise, there wouldn't be that many 3.6 models from FCA. I gotta say, 3.6 and 5.7 are both the best most recent engines from FCA or stellantis.
Thanks and very good points!
My 2015 limited 3.6 - 14 months of owner ship, ive luckily had the extended warranty. New transfercase, new front and rear drive shaft, new rear diff, valve cover gaskets, pcv valves, thermostat, spark plugs, steering rack, power steering pump, rack and pinion, two collpased lifters among a few small things. I love my jeep, but i am so grateful i got the warranty.
2016 Jeep limited. Transmission issues. It took 6 months to get the parts due to supply chain problems. Thank God for the warranty.
Holy moly 🤣 I thought I was going through it. Thank goodness for the warranty it has paid for itself twice. I wanted to make this not to scare people but let them know this isn't an everyday Camry although it's mass produced the labor and parts aren't cheap and one of the few cars If you aren't doing the work warranty is worthwhile. Love mine still
Oh man that is the worst!
@@LJsGarage And funny enough, yesterday the rack and pinion failed again, along with the cam positions sensor.. haha so more warranty work!
Transfer case, failures and issues are caused by two things by not changing the oil in the transfer case in a timely fashion.
And not changing your tires in fours when you have a all wheel
4x4 etc.. you must change them in fours not 2 read up on it yourself
I don’t wanna get into details on here..
i own a overland 2015 model V6 3.6 liter and i have had it for 5 years and not one issue. i do one oil change a year and it does not loose any oil in that time which amazes me. 210000km now :)
heck yeah! I love that I am hoping mine lasts too
Having 212K miles on 2015 grand cherokee limited v6, still in love and bound to it since i have it brand new from the dealer. Considering i live in an extreme hot weather area of Saudi Arabia, Wk2 didn't let me down. Only major Issues i had : Rocker arms, AC erxpansion valve, VVT sensor(easy to replace), fuel pump (twice), engine mount (twice)
My 2014 grand Cherokee limited has 165k miles on it and runs like new. All cars have their issues if you dont take care of them. I had an upgraded oil cooler put on mine when the original started leaking at 145k. Your only going to read bad things on line so buy it if you like it take care of it and have fun!!
Good points for sure
Just bought a 2014 black int,ext limited with all the overland features except tires, it’s got running boards and roof racks, 87k miles on it, just bought it 3 1/2 weeks ago, it’s my first car and I love it no issues so far and is fun to drive especially in the sports mode, I actually like the gear shift design some don’t i do though
Congrats! And yeah I don't mind the shifter either
Good video bro!
My wife drives a 2018 Grand Cherokee with the 3.6 that we bought brand new. It was good for the first 50k miles. Our transmission went out at 59,600 miles. So thank God we barely made the it within warranty and they covered it, but it took them 2 months to complete. It’s been non stop electrical problems since about 65,000 Miles. Whether it’s the radio not turning on or not turning off. The touch screen freezing. The gear selector not responding to put it in gear. The blower motor for the AC going out and or the blower motor not activating until you turn off and restart the car.
Too say the least, we’ll never buy another Jeep.
It’s a shame cause the Grand Cherokees are really beautiful cars that are fast and ride nice. But it’s been a bad experience.
Im going back and forth on what to do with this one as well lol Thanks for stopping by. Def agree with what you said, and I am glad you got that transmission covered under warranty phewww
I have a 2015 and I’m experiencing ALL of these issues
They probably "reprogammed" your Jeep to mess up the electronics to force you to trade in on a new one. Car Stealerships have become unbelievably corrupt.
LS swap it and be done with it.
Awesome video as always! I’ve always loved these and glad to hear your perspective. Keep up the great work!😊
You are very welcome! I can't see myself letting it go anytime soon hah still love it and during winter it's a dream
I have a 2012 overland and love it. Replaced the thermostat 5 times in a year. Once the bleeder valve opens once, it will never stay shut again. Put loctite on it, but engine light will stay on if not replaced. My spark plugs and coils didn’t take 6 hours. Took 2.5 though. The hid bulbs can kill you too if not decharged.
You were moving fast on the spark plugs good stuff! and good point on the HIDs
One thing I recently did on my 2015 limited is replace all my rockers and lifters. My engine was producing that ‘ticking’ sound which is a common problem with the pentastar engine. One of the rocker bearings broke and was moving up and down which can wear down your cam. It took me 2.5 days to do, and was a pain in the ass due to hard to reach bolts etc, but following videos online I was able to get it done before any wear on my cam and got rid of that ticking sound!
Also, took the opportunity to clean every part of my engine so it looks brand new now!
Glad you got through it! That's no easy tast lol
I have that issue now. I am not handy. How expensive of a fix is this at a mechanic or the dealership?
I'm at 171,000 miles on mine never had a problem
Awesome def a lot out there running strong cant deny that!
Excellent video! You articulated yourself very well! Thank you for sharing your experience!
Much appreciated my friend thanks for stopping by!
2014 jeep Cherokee purchased with hundred 130,000 miles one owner mint condition fully loaded v6 liter
Oil changed, transfer case oil change, front /rear axle
Oil changed spark plugs, air filter, thermostat,
All preventive maintenance..
Parts that needed to be changed since ownership
Blender door, evap Leak Detection Pump, fuel filler neck assembly, oil cooler, gas cap door,
Currently at 150,000 miles and keeping my fingers crossed overall I like it..
Thanks for sharing! Fingers crossed for you as well. Decent amount of maintenance done it should treat you well
Any updates?
I was eyeing one online but your honest review has made me wiser. I got to look for an alternative.
If you can find a 17+ I'd still keep it on the list. I'm at 127k since filming and so far so good 🤞🏿 thanks for stopping by
@@LJsGarage this one is a 2014 unfortunately, 3.0CRD V6, O/Land, 150 000kms, about $11.9k. I also missed a Summit version after it had remained for sometime on the floor, in South Africa.
I have a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee from new. It now has 70,000 miles on it. Over the years I have replaced the oil sensor and thermostat. It cost me $120. The best vehicle I've had. Still looks like new. I'm going to trade it for a Mazda cx90.
That's sweet! You got a good one. I have been pumped to do a video on the cx90
I cosign a CX9 That’s an excellent car. That will be my replacement after I get rid of my jeep grand Cherokee good luck!!
I'd much rather have the Grand Cherokee. Those cx90s are strange looking. Looks like a parrot in the front. And the interior is not as nice as the Jeep either. If I had a Grand Cherokee with only 70K miles that didn't give me any trouble, there is NO WAY I'd let it go!
2014 GC limited with 160,000 on a 3.6. Pay for all my services except for both sides actuators, oil changes, filters and auto screen. Have a 2-1/2” Dobinson lift. I have paid approximately $5000 dollars combined for repairs I didn’t handle myself. I only use a local shop and never the dealership and absolutely love my capable trail rig.
Thats sweet! I just did my radiator and ac condenser and the dealership wanted 2K for that work so got down and dirty lol
Hey, just found your channel ... GREAT video !! I own a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited, and I to LOVE the thing .... NO major problems (thus far), but I hear ya about some of the maintenance issues ... Headlights were a B*tch to replace, ... so I did replaced ALL interior and exterior with new QUALITY LEDs ... Hopefully, never a prob for me again !! Oil changes are simple, even recently did a Coolant flush and refill at 70k miles ... One thing I miss in this vehicle... a CD player , ... Yup (I am older than you are ... LOL
Thanks for posting !!
I am not mad yours has been solid! They make so many of them its just luck of the draw, but I appreciate the comment and the support. I love mine and just hope it can get it together lol
We have a used 2020 Cherokee Upland and it is the bomb! Chrysler engine. 6cyl 3.6 engine. 9 gears! Gets good mileage in city and awesome mileage on the highway. It was 2 years old and had 32,000 on it. It's been from midwest to east coast 3 times and back, and a few other minor trips of 400-500 miles. Only problem so far is a flat tire. We pay the dealer to keep it in top shape for safety and longevity. We love it.
Love the good stories too! Mine has been great again so she's still around at 125k miles 🤞🏿
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee currently 178,413 miles.
Just had the oil cooler replaced. YES, it has the valve ticks. It's had front and rear facia replaced due to minor accidents. It gets regular maintenance.
OBTW 1997 with 226,430 miles, same engine, three transmission, FIVE radiators, new EPROM/primary computer at 190,xxx. Rear end hatch inop due to getting hit (five times).. starts and runs everyday.
What a list lol but glad its alive and well :)
You are spot on!!!! We have a 2015 Overland with the diesel. What a pain in the butt it is, but we also really like it. We have 96,000 miles and I am starting to fear it a little.
I've heard good things about the diesel so I'm wishing you the best!
My 2017 with 100k miles still feels like new, I love it
Heck yeah!
Thx for the JGC update!
You bet! Also thank you for being here for like 3 years haha crazy its been that long
Best SUV I have ever owned is my 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4x4, it has 263,755 miles on it. Biggest issue is the O2 sensors as well. Love this vehicle.
Awesome I hope to see that number!
my 2007 grand cherokee has 240,000 miles with the merc diesel,thats impressive for a gaser.
I bought my 2018 laredo last year only issues i had was a bad water pump and coolant sensor luckily my extended warranty took care of it
Solid! I am going to keep mine a little longer
@@LJsGarageHave your service your transmission yet change the fluid and the filter
My 2015 grand cherokee laredo with a 3.6liter has 190,000 on it. No big issues as of yet. Replacing brake pads and rear wheel bearings this next weekend. I also put a 2.5" rough country lift on it.
Sweet I know they make a lot of em so I expect some issues as mileage climbs. Love to hear the positive ownership though!
i got the same thing got about 150000 miles put the rough county lift was really easy and had no major problems except normal maintance
Thanks for sharing bro. A great review. Subscribed! Were looking at one right now. Lol
Thanks for the sub! Always happy to have some support 😁
I have a 2014 jeep grand Cherokee Limited V6 4 x 4 with all the bells and whistles. I bought it with 42,000 miles on it and now has 110,000 miles on it and it still runs beautiful. Yes my AC went out but I have I had at the time car shield, I paid $100 a month for the platinum deal and I took it to a car shop they wrote up the work order. All I had to pay was $100 for my deductible and CarShield took care the rest. When I went to get an oil change months later, they noticed that my boot was leaking in the front right rack and pinion was damaged again they put the work order in to car shield. I paid my $100 deductible, and CarShield took care of the rest. Those are major problems that go wrong with a car and cost so much money but I didn’t have to pay anything but $100 for each item the whole AC unit and the boots and struts shocks all that stuff in the front. They fixed it and I only paid $100. I love my jeep grand Cherokee the air suspension does need maintenance now I have endurance which is a different warranty company and all again all I have to pay is $100 and I can take it to the dealership and they will fix it. Something worth looking into for you guys.
Love to hear the good stories too! What company is your platinum warranty with?
Love my Yota! It never let's me down! Spark plugs done in 20 minutes!
Haha can't beat that! I miss easy maintenance
I've had a sorts of Vehicles. Miss my Ford Ranger 5 speed! Other then that I take a Yota lol
Really, really useful video. Thanks man.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you! I just started looking into getting one. Right now,thinking of test driving a 2019 Trailhawk with 50,000 miles.
Have fun car shopping! I love my GC I just wish I had a warranty lol
@LJsGarage Thank you,and very understandable. Lol
2013 3.6 overland 560.000 km very strong and relieble suv!!
Powertrain is Amazing! Working on this to do simple tasks like change a headlight. Not so much. I hear you though my friend.
Hey LJ, first great job and really enjoyed your video. I have the same vehicle and have noticed a few times that the front suspension system will loosen over time producing more bounce and a spring like sound over bumps. Last time I had it in to the garage they tightened it and then quoted me $1500.00 to replace parts so I should wait until it fails and hope that the warranty will cover it. Have you ever experienced anything like that with yours? Do you think it is just the swing arm? Seems like a common issue on these...or just a jeep thing?
Oh man no I haven't, that is a hefty bill. Id check out the Grand Cherokee Facebook page and see if others have had that
funny story about its a jeep thing.. in the 80's jeep made an all-wheel drive wagon called the jeep-amc-eagle wagon and they were pretty much the first cross over.. my sister bought a brand new 1988 limited edition and my good friends mom bought the same one just different color my sister gave it to here first daughter in 2003 with some 270k miles only ever replacing the tires, brakes, belts and hoses and oil changes... it always started, never leaked and was one of the best cars I can remember... now the other one was a nightmare.. same dealership same vehicale it was in the shop for a week home for a month an the shop a week hom e for a month for over 7 or 8 months until they made the dealership take it back under Mass. lemon laws.. I have owned a few jeeps cj-5 and 2 cj-7's and 3 jeep Grand Cherokee Limited and currently the only one bought brand new at the end of 2016 is a 2015 Rootbeer colored GC Summit Hemi 4x4 sticker was 62k and we got it for 48k otd. when looking for a used one the trick is to find one that hasnt been in service 48 months or over 48k miles because then you can get the LIFETIME WARRENTY which covers everything you fixed plus so much more.. more than any warrenty i have ever seen even the 19 speakers of the Harman Kardon 900 watt stereo are covered as is the air ride.. 100k miles so far no problems. its fast, and powerful if u want that red light to red light fun, just downshift with the left paddle shifter and it will switch it into race mode.. drop it 2 inches and uncork the exhaust.. the rest of the time it swallows you in comfort . i havent found anything better for the price yet..
Thanks for sharing and that is a good story on the 88's lol I never knew that about the warranty either
I just bought 2023 limited 4x4. Im crossing my fingers i didnt make the same mistake twice. I had a 2013 JGC at 47,000 miles the thing died while driving it down I-5 in San diego with my small boys in the backseat. Had it fixed, same part went out again. It was a recall part too. Jeep wouldnt cover the second time because it was an after market part. After that everything started going to hell. I told myself id NEVER buy another jeep. Here i am, just bought another. Crossing my fingers.
I hope not! Good luck and congrats on the
'23 :)
I bought my 2019 Grand Cherokee off lease and now I have 30,000 miles . Glad to know the engine and transmission are reliable .I guess I’ll have to suck it. Up on maintenance issues down the road . Good video #wulffdendad
Np! I just hit 130k since posting this video and after a new radiator/ac condenser/spark plugs shes a champ again
Thaaaaaank you for keeping me from making a HUGE mistake! Great content
Happy to help! One of the few rides I scream warranty for lol
Thank you! Always thumbs up from the 641.. New sub.
Thanks for the sub! Support always appreciated
Great video. Very informative, thanks. I should’ve looked at this video earlier, just bought a 2014 Jeep Cherokee yesterday with 121k miles 🤦🏾♂️😫
Have you had any issues
@@calebhead458 My 2014 grand Cherokee limited has 165k miles on it and runs like new. All cars have their issues if you dont take care of them. I had an upgraded oil cooler put on mine when the original started leaking at 145k. Your only going to read bad things on line so buy it if you like it take care of it and have fun!!
Hopefully you got a tank. Most of these are problem free!
Thanks for this. I've got an 06 Magnum RT. Thinking of getting something newer and these are pretty affordable. But nothing is hard to fix on this like the jeep.
Good luck!
My 05 grand Cherokee is still going strong with 233k on the clock and check engine light glowing 😁
Love to hear it 😎
CEL GLOWING 😂
Everything was made better in 2005 on back.
Got a 2019 Jeep grand Cherokee Limited with 53k current miles and I agree with you that the car is dependable “sort of…..”I’ve never been stranded anywhere, but I’ve definitely had things on it that I’ve had to replace I’ve probably put about 3K into it out-of-pocket since I’ve had it.
Sort of is all I can tell people lol. Even just in the comments its varying levels of reliability but nothing too horrible
3000 thats a lot. What type of issues did you have if you don't mind sharing ?
I bought a 19 grand cherokee limited with 77k miles on it im at 93k and literally nothing wrong with it knock on wood! Great vehicle tho!
@@odestryjam2231to be fair 1k of that 3k was cosmetic and I didn’t really have to pay if I didn’t want to. My navigation screen started to have air bubbles and that was just annoying to me. Alot of the other stuff was covered by the manufacturer warranty that was still in place at the time (engine cylinder misfire issue/water pump failing issue) for example. The remaining 2K I came out of pocket on was to do things like putting a new radiator in and correct a rattling sound issue that was going on underneath my car with Shem s. Let’s just say after all that when my manufacturer warranty finally ended I purchased a third-party warranty the next day.
Thank you for this video... was just looking at a 2014 limited after this video I will pass and look at 2015 or newer.
Np! dont blame ya. I tend to buy the first model years since I can tinker and film videos but if I didnt id run lol
I love the Jeep Gc summit and it was a nice drive, but he’s right I had to get rid of mind because of the electrical issues. Stay away unless you get a warranty.
That's what I'm trying to tell those who think ah it's a jeep it'll be easy on the wallet because it's "American". Some are strong and need nothing but oil changes but most repairs have not been cheap if I were to take it to a shop.
Great info, very helpful, Thanks!
Do you think a 2015 or 2016 would have those bugs worked out by then?
Thanks! I've heard good things about the 16+ so I'd feel better with those years
I have a 2016 regular Cherokee with the 3.6 Pentastar over 130 k miles now. Only issue was the fuel injectors needed replacement. If you have a single injector fail replace all of them. Also only use OEM injectors. I was still getting error codes when the mechanic used aftermarket (Bosch) injectors.
Good tip thanks!
I love this detail account of ownership. sounds about like what I would expect from this Jeep. I love them but this is why I don't want one. I would be very upset with all of these failures.
Agreed! And now I have an oil leak coming from somewhere I have yet to find lol
i have 2013 Overland w/3.6 V6 and the 5 speed MB trans. Planned obsolescence was never more evident in this vehicle. At 100K it begins for real. Trans control module set the automatic to self destruct. Leaves me in Limp mode (stuck in 2nd gear), trans rebuilt, module replaced $2300.00. Replaced the oil cooler assy. $1200.00 Replaced the radiator, water pump $1300.00, Grinding sound from the rear turned out to be my Emergency brakes to fall apart and grind both discs to garbage($1400.00). Next up was the air suspension system fails leaving the nose on the ground. Try it the next day 40 degrees warmer, allback to normal. $1300. to replace the pump and manifold. The only upside in this is the battery is the oringinal (10.5 years old, 130K miles)!
It will be a Love /Hate thing if you invest in one of these. I won't be buying another one, Period! f/u Stellantis!
Love hate is so true lol still hanging on to mine
My wife had a 2001 GC and when 2013 came we gave that to my parents as they still have it. Only issue was ac issue and a valve cover leak. Still drives today with 390k miles. My wife’s 2013, has been absolutely zero issues until last week was a new tpms replacement and squeaky control arms. I changed lightbulbs using the access hole in the fender well. To replace the whole headlight I see you are taking the whole front off. wtf that is not what I was hoping. The rest has been a sold car as well as the one given to my parents. Still going strong. The 2001 has the inline 6 and we have the hemi
390k miles wow!! Thanks for sharing
@@LJsGarage they want the new one but I’m hoping the hurricane engine will end up in it. I hear great things with that engine. They have been waiting
My 2014 GC has 145k miles on it.. I change the oil every 5k miles and it’s running great
Right behind you at 125 now but not so easy lol glad to hear that though. Hoping I had a little rough patch
See I have a loaner jeep cherokee limited right now, I don’t know the year. A Jeep is what I originally wanted because I like the trim and how the body looks. Let’s just say I ended up in a different vehicle and I don’t regret it now having a loaner Jeep. And also I kept hearing about all the issues when they get older so I was like nawww I’m good.
Haha glad you dodged it. One more headache and this things gone. I now realize why they don't hold value well
The stock Goodyear Forteras on 2015 Altitude edition didn't even make it to 33,000 miles. Put Michelin Defender LTX and at 93,000 miles, I still have about 10,000 more miles to go. I have a lead foot and corner hard, but I'm shocked they've lasted this long.
I'll have to make note of these next go around!
thank you for this, I was thinking of buying a jeep overland but after watching this I wouldn't buy a jeep. thanks!
Thanks for watching! I love my Jeep, but I can say ownership is not always easy or cheap. I would look more into some of the other comments and check out some other opinions too. Dont want to scare ya, but these without a warranty is rolling dice. Good luck car shopping!
So I was thinking on getting the same car now I’m changing my mind thank you 😂
Haha I love mine and still have it, just gotta be ready with a warranty or a mechanic ya trust if not yourself
Things that broke in my 2014 Jeep SRT: The engine block x2, the transmission, the water pump x2, the drive shaft, the axle, the rear suspension, the starter, spark plugs, the GPS system, the o2 sensor x5, map sensor x4, headlights, foglight, running light strip, window control, carbon fiber trim, dashboard leather, weather seals, A/C compressor, and i know I'm missing a few more things.
Oh. My. God. Lol that's horrible. I ruffled a few feathers on this vid but some just can't see the truth that these can go downhill really quick
@@LJsGarage are the same possible issues going to be same on the Limited? It’s a 2016. Trying to decide between this and Mazda cx5.
I had a 96 Laredo and 2000 limited. Put over 300k on both . No issues
@@LJsGarage It is not some can't see the truth, some like me have owned my 2015 since new have maintained it according the recommended maintenance schedule from jeep and have had 8 years of completely trouble free use. I have had no warning dash lights or shop visits. Bottom line is take care of your jeep nicely and it will take care of you. Beat on them and ignore your maintenance and any vehicle will go downhill quickly.
@@Bone89 i hope you went with the cx-5 considering all the horror stories i heard about this car
@@donnalopez2126 how often do you get oil changes and what type of maintenance do you do? I have 2014 limited. Bought it used and over paid but it hasn’t had any severe problems yet thankfully.
Don't own one but love your review.
Thanks my friend! I'm at 125k and she's doing better ✌🏿
HAHAHAHA Preach! When I did my Oil Cooling Housing, I opted for the aluminum replacement. No need to go back to the plastic part that sits in the hottest engine area! LMAO. I hope when you did the oil temp and housing, you did the spark plugs too! Save some time. I got the limited with the luxury II package so an overland without the air suspension. Did not want to spend 4k when those go out. I opted for traditional shocks and struts.
Great point! and yup knocked out the spark plugs lol I am seeing more comments on the air suspension and now im nervous, but id swap it before I shell out 4K -__-
@@LJsGarage Sounds like a solid plan. I think the only 2 things I made sure to do when doing the cooling housing job was getting a long thin 13mm wrench for the lower 13mm nut on the back backet on the manifold thats a pain to get to and I left the farthest to reach nut, behind the throttle off. If 10 bolts or nuts aint enough to keep that top manifold on, then screw it. I just want my knuckles to not be screwed if I ever go back in for spark plugs or coils. Such a damn pain. LOL
my fav is Laredo trim because I prefer cloth seats and standard suspension. Sucks that only Overlands get QuadraDrive though
Makes sense, def a trim out there for everyone!
I have a Limited and its suspension is really comfortable (Even with our shitty Iraqi streets and highways)
I have a 2014 Jeep Cherokee Lenardo had it for five months been in the shop twice. The last one was for a antifreeze leak cost me 600 bucks is a good comfortable SUV but I don’t need all those problems and I hope with the favor of God I don’t have all the problems like you did.
Sending good luck!
I’m in need of a newer car. My old car giving me problems. But looking the best reliable suvs
8 speed auto, those jeeps are overall pretty good, the penne star v6 is known for few issues, lifter noise, oil pressure, waterpump, coil packs…
Thanks for the correction misspoke! And all those are very true no doubt
It's the quadratrac transmission and yes it clunks sometimes, Used to be worse but it is a Jeep thing!!
It scares me lol thanks for sharing though helps me feel better
I've got GC Diesel, 2014 Limited, currently 102,000 klms (Australian) no problems. I've had it serviced as required. Just spent however 3k last week on front and rear shocks. My only complaint would be the body roll that it has. Like a waterbed. Otherwise no complaints. My wife has KL Cherokee Blackhawk. Same, no complaints. Touch wood, see what the future holds
Love to hear the good stories they give me hope!
I know what’s wrong with it ain’t got no gas in it 😂 thank you for the honest review
haha that will never get old. Np my friend!
A Jeep mechanic once told me that they're called "Grand" Cherokees because whenever they show up for repairs it costs at least a grand.
Love this haha
My 2013 JGC Overland V8 just crossed the 200,000 mile barrier last week (Aug. 8, 2023).
The only issue I had are the water pump leak, and the reverse camera not working.
Jealous! Love it though. I'm holding onto mine a little longer
I think you just "scared me straight". I was looking at getting a newer one (2021) with maybe a v8 but I really dont have any room in my life for repairing cars. My attached garage doesnt have any room for repairing cars. Maybe I need to stick to dependable and one I can drop off at the dealership. I have a Ford dealer and a Nissan dealer with in walking distance. So maybe I should stick with one of their products. But knowing how life is I will probably move and my next home will probably have a Jeep dealer nearby and I will be wishing I did buy the Grand Cherokee High Altitude but it sounds like even the mechanics dont want to work on these either. Shame, cool looking cars. Great video sir, are you a professional mechanic (tech)?
Thanks my friend! I am an HVAC tech turned garage mechanic lol. I think a 2018+ would be worth a shot. I have heard some say the models released during COVID is a gamble but honestly with this generation they worked out a lot of the kinks by 18.
Aggressive shifting is something all fca vehicles do sometimes I think it has something to do with the tuning cause it even happens on cars from 2010 and they still haven’t fixed it.
Ahh yeah I'm seeing this more and more appreciate the tip
Make sure you guys change the oil on the transmission do not listen to the dealer change that oil
Woah woah woah you come at the king you best not miss. Scotty is the GOAT
Lol not a fan but I appreciate your support for him that's what's up
@@LJsGarage Haha i’m just playing, I do enjoy his videos tho. Your video was also very helpful as I’m looking at buying a 2018 GC Altitude ✌️
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo with 13k on it...has never given me trouble. In fact, I feel safer in it than in my wife's brand new Mazda CX-50. I have a lifetime warrantee on my Jeep and have only sparingly used it so I intend to drive the Jeep till the wheels fall off.
Makes sense
My Jeep Grand Cherokee needed a head . Had the check engine light for the thermostat too. Now it burns oil and smokes on startup so I had to install a catch can. Needs an engine but still drives incredibly smoothly. Just have to top off the oil and empty the can often.
A little needy huh lol but great SUVs when they're healthy
They still make this generation (at least at this point) - I would assume the new one is in a different plants (?) perhaps - OR maybe like the Chrysler RAM truck the new one is not so unrelated as people might think. My sister had the previous model V8 and then 2014 with the V6 - it seemed a better powertrain. AIR - the cabin filter is "more of a pain" to get too; so hard to check (for me) so it gets clogged as no one is often checking it until you specifically go in with - fan sound weird or no air flow. NEW ONE - my sister needs a new one soon; so I keep thinking the INLINE 6 could be a sweet powertrain (thus far they keep saying "turbo" but I hope not - and I have not heard if the Grand gets it - I hope so).
I am still learning about the new one and so far they are related enough that there are no major issues. Thanks for sharing some thoughts!
2014 was the first year for the zf8 speed transmission, not 10speed. Thanks for the video.
Thanks for the polite correction and stopping in!
Another 2014 Laredo 4x4 in Oz…bought new in nov 2013…no major engine faults … yet…but here’s the kicker she’s on,y done 61500km in just around 10 years. But I agree with everything you said. I don’t have any technical knowledge so I’m on good terms with her dealer where it’s maintained and serviced regularly. I too don’t trust this car. I have trusted a small Hyundai i20 to do 37000 km in 6 months and let my wife run the car in town. I wouldn’t trust this to haul manure. But cars are expensive and man can’t buy stuff now, but here’s hoping it stays together for another 2 years when I can buy some hybrid,phev plus a 7 seater ( sorento perhaps). Oh and FYI it’s a ZF 8 speed not 10 speed
Thanks I dunno why I said 10 speed lol I do a lot of car videos and sometimes my mind jumbles. I hope it stays strong for ya!
Took me 4 hours to change my bulbs on my 2017 happy it wasn’t just me 😂😂😂 drove me crazy called the dealer they said it is unnecessarily complicated
haha absolutely
The Wobbles that you’re experiencing is one of two things warp rotors or improperly Balanced tires
Rotors will wobble when brakes are pressed at certain speeds an imbalance tire or tires will wobble at all speeds good luck!!!
Ahh yeah thanks I'll add that to my to-do list! Appreciate ya John
0:40 “It’s a Jeep thing!” Usually the ones who don’t want to fault Jeep point elbows at Chrysler’s electronics
You are not wrong
Thanks for helping me understand why when using defrost, the rear door glasses and back never seem to fully clear. Close two of four front dash vents!!! Check
Hopefully it helps another common fail point is the mixing valve in the front I've heard!
@@LJsGarage Thanks for the advice.
I have a 2013 Dodge Journey SXT 3.6, I purchased it with 50,000 miles on the odometer 6 years ago. Currently, I have 185,000 miles on the 3.6 drive every day. I really didn`t have any problems until I hit 100,000 miles on the car.
At 100,000 had a misfire code, went ahead and replaced the 6 spark plugs and coil packs for $150.00 my cost.
At 115,000 Thermostat code failed and an aftermarket one and replaced for $ 40.00 my cost.
At 130,000 Replaced all brake pads and rotors for $ 300.00 my cost.
At 140,000 Replaced fuel cap code, easy fix for $ 30.00 my cost.
At 150,000 Replaced the driver window switch from the plastic buttons breaking off $ 50.00 my cost.
At 160,000 Had to replace a bent door actuator under the dash for $ 30.00 my cost.
At 175,000 the oil pressure sensor failed code, do I go ahead and replace the oil cooler with an aluminum one $ 120.00 my cost.
Honestly, if you have tools and are willing to do the work yourself it can be done. You can find a lot of how-to's on RUclips. I can take the intake manifold off and get to the oil cooler or coil packs in 30 to 45 minutes. The oil cooler job for me only took 2 hrs. from start to finish.
I change my oil and rotate my tires every 5,000 miles and use full Synthetic oil every time.
Absolutely right though! Thanks for the thoughts
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 3.6l I've put 70K on top of the 130K that was on it when I bought it. I drive hard, as in green means GO!. Two 4500+ mile road trips at speeds...way too high in 100+ degree weather up 6% grades. I've had to have the oil pressure sensor replaced and the oil filter housing/cooling unit replaced as well. That's IT! Just got a 2018 GC Summit w/ the 5.7l!
Love to hear the positive! That's why I'm hoping things stay on the bright side lol
2014 GC Laredo 228 k put $1k for repairs that’s it besides oil change n tires. Running great body in great shape. Looking to go 400/450k
Love to hear it I need that luck
Keep an eye on the plastic housing for the oil filter/cooling housing. Ours cracked on a Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk with the 3.2 V-6 at about 70,000 miles. We were going down the road and lost 5 quarts of oil before the check engine light came on. It was right after a cold snap during a Northeast winter. Oh anyone buying any Jeep/Ram/Dodge with the new Uconnect5--I wish you a lot of luck!
Thanks and so far my unconnect is alright 😩
good video 2017 overland. 128000 miles
Hopefully it keeps running strong for ya! get some adventure in :D
2017 overland 97k miles needs brakes and alignment overall been good to me
Some hiccups here and there with ACC turning off and on driver door hinge needs to be replaced
Oil changes done on time
Tires replaced at 65k miles
But I love it 😊
I believe the trans is an 8 speed ZF unit, found in many mostly German cars.
Correct I misspoke in my rant 😅
@@LJsGarage I have heard that from other sources as well on the downshifts, its almost like it has too many gears. Same gearbox on the Porsche Cayenne 6 cyl and 8 cyl.
Thats why I got the Lifetime MaxCare warranty through MOPAR on my 2018 GC Limited, unless I get $100'd to death(the deductible), then I should be good.
Thats true, very good purchase! I am my warranty and I am ok with that
How did you get that warranty? Did you buy the Vehicle brand new? Or what Mike's did you have when you bought that warranty.. Im in the market as we speak.. I've been heavily looking at JGC.. dont want to saybthis Vehicle scared me but it did, especially since yesterday I met a guy who said out of his Chysler 300s, Dodge Durango and Jeep, his Jeep gave him the most problems.
@@DocHicksTv bought it new and the unlimited lifetime warranties availibility ended in 2018.
@@KingMrBigE F****!!! OK, If the previous owner had those warranties will it pass on? (My last question) thank you bro
Have a 2015 with over 118k, have the ticking... just paid it off too!
It's so annoying and congrats on payment free ✌🏿
Thank you man.
You bet! Car ownership is always a gamble no matter what you buy
Hi I have a 2020 GC and had a parasitic draw issue replacing the batteries and alternator and the dealership couldn’t find additional another resulting in the seats and carpet to be taken out and the bad wire was found and was at the dealership for 3 months. Last week I got a code P1404 with start/stop not working and have 143 miles left on the extended warranty so will be looking for another policy as repairs aren’t cheap.
Oh man electrical problems are a nightmare. Hope you find a reasonable warranty!
In fact, it is no more difficult to maintain it than toyota 4runner original spare parts go and serve for a long time! Do not forget this is an SUV and many operate them outside the asphalt in the mountains and so on, in fact it is a truck and in control like a tank! Let 's take the time-tested technologies of the beginning of 2000. This is not an electronic toy like a Mercedes or a BMV!! This is a utilitarian truck!!
I know what you mean for sure! No hate intended, these are just not easy to work on. Parts a plenty like a 4Runner, but the labor to tackle things is nowhere near. Spark Plugs on a 4runner dont take 4+ hours. Its a Jeep thing has many meanings