2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls

Most common 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems

Problem areas named in the 883 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Visibility	255
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	230
Seats	131
Power Train	109
Engine And Engine Cooling	54
Electrical System	43
Steering	38
Vehicle Speed Control	34
Equipment	33
Exterior Lighting	28

What owners report

2025-12-18, Seats
The bolt broke on the driver's side seat. I had it replaced and I would like the car manufacture to reimburse me. Several Jeep owners have posted on this issue. For the 2001 Jeep front seat bolt recall, it is important to note that there is no specific recall for the front seat bolts. However, there have been complaints regarding the stability and safety of the front seats in the 2001 Jeep Cherokee. Complaints: Many owners have reported issues with the front seat frame breaking, causing the seat to become unstable or wobbly. 1 Safety Concerns: These issues have raised safety concerns, as they could lead to serious accidents if the seat is not secure. 1

2025-10-22, Tires
The contact owned a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee equipped with Prinx Tires, Tire Line: High Country RT, Tire Size: LT265/65/R16, DOT Number: N/A. The contact stated that, while his son was driving at an undisclosed speed during light snowfall and attempting to reduce speeds, the vehicle lost traction. As a result, the driver lost control of the vehicle and slid off the roadway, only coming to a complete stop after rolling once down an embankment and colliding with a tree. The air bags did not deploy. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a storage facility and deemed a total loss by the contact's insurance provider. A police report was filed, and injuries were reported. Th

2023-11-03, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the air bag warning light illuminated. The warning light flashed on and off intermittently. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 199,181.

2022-07-19, Engine
The contact owns a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 174,000.

2022-04-06, Air Bags
Airbag light coming Laredo.!! Will it work??? Drivers side squib is error it reads is there an issue with squib and clockspring? Very expensive repair several issues on web about clockspeings going bad on all years of jeep grand cherokee laredos. Mine is 2001 jeep.

2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee questions

Does the 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee: Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/Cooler; Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors; Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion); Child Seat. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Based on 883 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility (255), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (230), Seats (131).

How do I check if a recall on my 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.