Well, I guess its my turn. 34,000 miles, mostly highway, and not a single mechanical problem. Nothing. Has always run like a top. Never burned even a quart of oil between changes. Then, this weekend, driving down a local dirt road, the dash lit up like a christmas tree and the motor shut down. I checked everything out, all the fluids were good, no odd odors, so I gave it a few minutes and tried turning it over. Started right up, sounded fine, no lights on the dash, so I let it idle for about 5 minutes, and all seemed fine. With all the electronic issues I've heard of, I figured it was a quirk, and turned around and headed home, just in case it gave me any more problems. Everything was fine for about 3 miles, downhill, at 20 mph, when the same thing happened again, accompanied by a cloud of white smoke from under the hood, a strong burning electrical odor and the sound of a hand full of loose nuts and bolts going through the motor. I had it hauled to the dealer, anticipating the worst, and they just called and confirmed that I need a new motor. They haven't given me the details yet, as I'm sure they haven't dug in too deep, but its dead. They suggested I get my maintenance documentation together, and said they will follow up tomorrow. I have 4 of the oil change receipts, did at least one myself, and it had about 5K when I bought it from the dealer, so I should be ok there. But, after everything I've heard and read, I'm getting ready for a long process. Any advice from anyone who has been through this is welcomed. I've read lots of threads regarding motor issues and warranty issues, so I have some idea what's in store.

 

that sucks man I hope they get u a new motor asap. tell them u will take the new 2012 , lol.

good luck

 

This is just sad to read. I bought my JK used and am now thinking of getting an extended warranty if I can. I wish you the best of luck.

 

A credit toward a Hemi would be even better! Not holding my breath on either, I'll be happy to get anything.

 

Waaaaaaaaaaa....... Keep us updated

 

Just out of curiosity, was your engine assembled in the mexican plant or the U.S. plant? I've heard the mexican plant assembled a lot of engine components wrong.

 

the motor blew up in my 2010 jku with 500 miles on it! they had it back to me in a week with a brand new motor in it! it took 3 days to get the motor and 1 day to put it in. they took the old motor out while waiting for the new one.

 

Man another soldier down....I hope everything works out for you and your baby. Maybe you will be the start of positive experiences. Hope all goes well

 

I'll look into this when I get a chance.

 

get a prius motor