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
6
Complaints
1,447
Crashes / fires
108 / 18
Injuries / deaths
93 / 2

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

Reported Jun 8, 2006 · 189,479 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

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

Reported Apr 8, 2002 · 1,115,322 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

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

Reported Jul 17, 2000 · 1,500 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

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

Reported Feb 4, 2000 · 204,000 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

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

Reported Dec 2, 1999 · 350 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

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

Reported Nov 4, 1999 · 1,259 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

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 areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic463
Engine and Engine Cooling185
Seats180
Power Train172
Visibility129
Electrical System117
Latches/Locks/Linkages81
Exterior Lighting80
Air Bags60
Vehicle Speed Control53
Steering51
Fuel System, Gasoline46

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.

Air Bags · reported Dec 6, 2025
I was going down main road in Vineland nj making a left hand turn on to Elmer road when I was stuck in the front of my jeep and I hit the steering wheel the airbags never deployed
Fuel System, Gasoline · reported Sep 9, 2025
The contact owns a 1996 N/A Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V252000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, STRUCTURE). The local dealer was contacted; however, the dealer refused to perform the recall repair due to the age of the vehicle. The contact stated that there was only one Jeep dealer in the local area. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Seats · reported Oct 10, 2022
Drivers front seat has come loose from the bottom and is now wobbly, uncomfortable to sit on it and appears dangerous to drive as its not secure. There are lots of complaints about this happening to others on the internet.
Electrical System · reported Jul 18, 2022
After sending my Jeep Grand Cherokee to Pugh’s Service Center in Greenville, NC, in December 2018, because it would turnover, but not start. They replaced the ECM, but had to be taken to the local Jeep dealership for an OE ECM replacement and a crankshaft sensor, in order to get it to crank. Upon getting my Jeep back in March 2019, it ran fine for a few days. Then I went to start it, and it started, but after a few seconds, all of the GAUGES stopped working and all of the WARNING LIGHTS came on. I contacted both Pugh’s and the Jeep dealership, telling me I should just bring it in, to run…
Seats · at 165,000 miles · reported Oct 13, 2021
The contact owns a 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the driver's side seat burnt her legs while wearing jeans. The contact sustained 2nd-degree burns however medical attention was provided. There were no warning indicator lights illuminated. The contact called the local dealer where informed there were no associated recalls. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified however, no further assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 165,000.

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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.