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2005 JEEP Grand Cherokee

5 recalls Risk Grade: B- Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #13V175000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)

Manufacturer
Chrysler Group LLC
What Happened
The transfer case in your Jeep is responsible for sending power to all four wheels when you're in four-wheel drive mode. In some 2005-2010 Grand Cherokees and 2006-2010 Commanders, the transfer case's electrical system can fail, causing it to shift into neutral.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your vehicle could roll away unexpectedly, which could lead to a crash or injury if you're not prepared.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will update the transfer case's software for free, which should prevent this issue from happening. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, through March 9, 2010; and 2006-2010 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, through March 10, 2010. A transfer case electrical failure may result in an unintentional shifting of the transfer case into the neutral position.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the vehicle shifts into neutral, it may roll away increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the final drive controller which governs the transfer case, with new software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N23.
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Critical #05V396000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
What Happened
The transmission in your vehicle is the part that helps your engine send power to the wheels. In certain models, a small amount of water from the air conditioning system can leak into the transmission through a seal, which can cause a problem during gear shifting.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, the transmission could overheat and cause a fire under the hood. This is a serious situation that could potentially cause significant damage or injury.
Free Fix
Your dealer will inspect the transmission to see if there's a leak. If not, they'll install a new seal and shield to prevent future issues. If there is a leak, they'll fix the problem and install a new seal and shield to keep the water out. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.7L ENGINES AND NAG1 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, THE AIR CONDITIONER EVAPORATOR CONDENSATE WATER MAY ENTER THE TRANSMISSION AT THE FILL TUBE GROMMET SEAL. THIS CAN RESULT IN SHUDDER DURING TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH ENGAGEMENT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IT CAN LEAD TO INCREASED TRANSMISSION OPERATING TEMPERATURES, BOILING OF THE WATER, AND A SUBSEQUENT PURGING OF TRANSMISSION FLUID INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TRANSMISSION FOR LEAKAGE AT THE FILL TUBE GROMMET SEAL. IF NO LEAK IS DETECTED, A NEW FILL TUBE GROMMET SEAL AND WATER DEFLECTOR SHIELD WILL BE INSTALLED, AND PROPER ALIGNMENT OF THE FILL TUBE VERIFIED. IF THE PRESENCE OF A LEAK IS DETECTED, THE VEHICLE WILL BE EVALUATED FOR SHUDDER DURING TORQUE CONVERTER ENGAGEMENT. IF NO SHUDDER IS DETECTED, THE TRANSMISSION WILL BE TRIPLE FLUSHED, AND NEW FILL TUBE GROMMET SEAL AND WATER DEFLECTOR WILL BE INSTALLED AND PROPER ALIGNMENT OF THE FILL TUBE VERIFIED. IF SHUDDER IS DETECTED, THE TORQUE CONVERTER WILL BE REPLACED, A NEW FILL TUBE GROMMET SEAL AND WATER DEFLECTOR WILL BE INSTALLED, AND PROPER ALIGNMENT OF THE FILL TUBE VERIFIED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 31, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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High Priority #09E039000 Plain English
Component

SUSPENSION

Manufacturer
ROCK KRAWLER/PURE PERFORMANCE GROUP, INC
What Happened
The suspension system in your vehicle is designed to absorb bumps and keep you stable on the road. The suspension components from Rock Krawler were made with the wrong type of bolts, which could lose their grip on the bottom strut fork.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your vehicle could lose its lift and suddenly drop lower to the ground. This could cause you to lose control, leading to a potential crash.
Free Fix
Rock Krawler will contact you to have the faulty bolts replaced with the correct ones at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you're notified.
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Original — What Happened
ROCK KRAWLER IS RECALLING 44 PERFORMANCE SUSPENSION SYSTEMS SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLE LISTED ABOVE. THESE SUSPENSION SYSTEMS WERE PRODUCED WITH GRADE 2 CARRIAGE BOLTS INSTEAD OF THE PROPER GRADE 5 CARRIAGE BOLTS. THE IMPROPER GRADE 2 CARRIAGE BOLTS COULD EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF CLAMPING FORCE FOR THE BOTTOM STRUT FORK.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE A LOSS OF EFFECTIVE LIFT AND LOWERING OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLE, POSSIBLY CREATING THE DRIVER TO PANIC WHICH COULD POSSIBLY LEAD TO A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
ROCK KRAWLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE A FREE REMEDY. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 15. 2008. ALL THE AFFECTED UNTITS HAVE BEEN REMEDIED. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ROCK KRAWLER AT 1-518-270-9822.
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Moderate #14V438000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

Manufacturer
Chrysler Group LLC
What Happened
The ignition switch in your Jeep is a critical part that helps your vehicle start and keeps essential safety systems like airbags working. It's possible that the switch can be accidentally moved out of the 'run' position by your knee or keychain, shutting off the engine.
Risk if Unfixed
If the ignition switch is knocked out of position, your engine will shut off while driving, disabling safety systems like airbags, power steering, and power brakes. This could increase the risk of a crash and serious injury or harm.
Free Fix
Your dealership will replace the ignition switch with a new one, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice to ensure your safety on the road.
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Original — What Happened
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, drivers should adjust their seat to allow clearance between the driver's knee and the ignition key, and remove all items from their key ring, leaving only the vehicle key. Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, to July 5, 2007, and 2006-2007 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, to July 5, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the driver may accidentally hit the ignition key with their knee, unintentionally knocking the key out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. Chrysler sent interim notifications to owners in September 2014. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P41.
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Moderate #09E012000 Plain English
Component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Manufacturer
SABERSPORT
What Happened
The combination corner and bumper lamp assembly is a part that helps make your vehicle visible from the sides. In some aftermarket lamps sold for various vehicles, this assembly is missing a required safety feature.
Risk if Unfixed
If these lamps are installed on your vehicle, they could fail to provide the proper side lighting, making it harder for other drivers to see your car. This could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your owner will be notified and offered a full refund for the non-compliant lamps. You should contact Sabersport at 1-909-598-7589 to arrange for the refund.
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Original — What Happened
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
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Browse by Component

POWER TRAIN
2 recalls
SUSPENSION
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall

Other JEEP Grand Cherokee Years

2026
3 recalls
2025
3 recalls
2024
14 recalls
2023
19 recalls
2022
11 recalls
2021
12 recalls
2020
3 recalls
2019
7 recalls
2018
11 recalls
2017
6 recalls
2016
9 recalls
2015
10 recalls
2014
19 recalls
2013
10 recalls
2012
11 recalls
2011
6 recalls
2010
5 recalls
2009
3 recalls
2008
5 recalls
2007
7 recalls
2006
6 recalls
2004
14 recalls
2003
10 recalls
2002
16 recalls
2001
10 recalls
2000
12 recalls

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