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US recalls (4)
Electrical system: ignition, switch
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk: 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.
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.
Electrical system
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk: If the vehicle shifts into neutral, it may roll away increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.
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.
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/module
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE SOFTWARE PROGRAMMED INTO THE ABS ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE MAY ALLOW A MOMENTARY DELAY IN BRAKING WHEN COASTING UP A HILL DURING CERTAIN CONDITIONS.
Risk and remedy
Risk: THIS COULD CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ABS ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE WITH NEW SOFTWARE THAT PREVENTS THIS CONDITION FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 22, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Air bags: frontal, driver side
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE INFLATOR CONNECTOR FOR THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY ASSEMBLED.
Risk and remedy
Risk: THE AIR BAG MAY NOT INFLATE PROPERLY WHICH CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY IN CERTAIN CRASH CONDITIONS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE DRIVER'S FRONT AIR BAG INFLATOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN THE WEEK OF AUGUST 2, 2006. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Canadian recalls (4)
Show 4 Canadian recalls
Electrical
2014-07-23 · campaign 2014-312
On certain vehicles, a defect in the ignition switch could allow the switch to move out of the "run" position if the key ring is carrying added weight or the driver unintentionally bumps the ignition key with their knee. An unintended change in ignition switch position while driving may result in loss of engine power, power steering, and braking assist, increasing the risk of a crash and disabling one or more of the vehicle’s safety features including the frontal airbags. Correction: Dealers will replace the ignition switch and lock cylinder. Important note: Until the correction is performed, drivers should adjust their seat to allow clearance between their knee and the ignition key, and remove all items from the key ring.
Powertrain
2013-05-08 · campaign 2013-155
On certain vehicles equipped with a full-time four-wheel drive system, the transfer case controller could fail. This could cause the transfer case to shift into or through the neutral position, which may allow the vehicle to roll away, even with the transmission in the PARK position. Should the vehicle roll away, it could strike another vehicle, stationary object, or a bystander, causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will reprogram the final drive controller with updated software.
Brakes
2007-09-17 · campaign 2007-305
On certain vehicles, software programmed into the Antilock Brake System (ABS) electronic control module may allow a momentary delay in braking when coasting up a hill during certain conditions. This could cause a crash without warning. Correction: Dealers will reprogram the ABS electronic control module with updated software.
Airbag
2006-08-03 · campaign 2006-193 · 353 vehicles
On certain vehicles, the inflator connector clips for the driver's airbag may have been incorrectly assembled. As a result, the airbag may not inflate properly, which can increase the risk of injury in certain crash conditions. Correction: Dealers will repair the driver's front airbag inflator.
Owner complaints (1,280)
Owners filed 1,280 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (47 crashes, 7 fires, 41 injuries, 2 deaths reported). Among 38 model years of this model, it ranks #10 for the most complaints (median 734).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Electrical system | 753 | |
| Power train | 173 | |
| Engine | 124 | |
| Structure | 119 | |
| Unknown or other | 73 | |
| Exterior lighting | 64 | |
| Air bags | 60 | |
| Service brakes | 56 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4-DR. | – | – | – | 4★ |
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4-DR. w/SAB | – | – | – | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Grand Cherokee 2WD 3.7 L Automatic 5-spd | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Grand Cherokee 2WD 4.7 L Automatic 5-spd | 14 | 18 | 15 | $4,450 |
| Grand Cherokee 2WD 5.7 L Automatic 5-spd | 13 | 19 | 15 | $4,450 |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD 3.7 L Automatic 5-spd | 15 | 19 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD 4.7 L Automatic 5-spd | 14 | 19 | 15 | $4,450 |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD 5.7 L Automatic 5-spd | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,450 |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD 6.1 L Automatic 5-spd | 11 | 14 | 12 | $6,850 |
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