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How problematic is your Jeep?

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Old 03-27-2008, 08:19 AM
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Wow.

So far tallied up.. 29 people with problems.. 18 without.
Old 03-27-2008, 08:44 AM
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13 months, 14k miles no issues. Never exerienced any of the issues that it was recalled for, but had recalls done. It wasn't leaking, but the dealer did the Freedom top seal replacement TSB while it was in for a recall. Trouble free so far.
Old 03-27-2008, 08:51 AM
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Well, I don't consider mine to be that problematic... but I've still had more than 2 issues (August '06 build date):
  • Stall Bug (happened only once and was fixed under warranty by a flash/recall.)
  • Steering Box Leak (could have been caused by wheeling... but doubtful. Replaced under warranty.)
  • Leaky Soft-Top (fixed under warranty by replacing door/seal headers.)
  • ESP/BAS Light Acting Up (dealer replaced steering wheel clockspring under warranty-- did not fix issue.)

I have also experienced the auto-tranny overheat "ding" a few times (code 0218) while climbing to higher elevations in 4WD high. Chrysler considers this normal and recommends a tranny cooler, but I consider it an issue that Chrysler should be addressing.

Still, overall, I've been extremely happy with the Jeep!
Old 03-27-2008, 08:53 AM
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This is why I waited to get the 2008 instead of the 2007. It seems that folks with 08's have fewer problems then the folks with 07's. But thats just what I've seen.

No problems yet *knock on wood*
Old 03-27-2008, 08:55 AM
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Originally Posted by trip0d199
This is why I waited to get the 2008 instead of the 2007. It seems that folks with 08's have fewer problems then the folks with 07's. But thats just what I've seen.

No problems yet *knock on wood*
Yeah... but I bet you don't have fancy, factory installed footwell and underhood lights!
Old 03-27-2008, 09:33 AM
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Originally Posted by trip0d199
This is why I waited to get the 2008 instead of the 2007. It seems that folks with 08's have fewer problems then the folks with 07's. But thats just what I've seen.

No problems yet *knock on wood*

or maybe because it is still pretty new... dont worry your problems will come LOL
Old 03-27-2008, 09:39 AM
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Ive had a bunch.

Bad clock spring noticed day 2 at 40 miles. (fixed)
leaking hard top (fixed)
leaking soft top (fixed)
leaking steering box (not fixed)
exhaust leak (not fixed)

and its an '08.

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Old 03-27-2008, 09:53 AM
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Almost 14 months, 15000 miles... no issues whatsoever, other than a sore face from perma-grin.
Old 03-27-2008, 10:41 AM
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Originally Posted by racer83l
Ive had a bunch.

Bad clock spring noticed day 2 at 40 miles. (fixed)
leaking hard top (fixed)
leaking soft top (fixed)
leaking steering box (not fixed)
exhaust leak (not fixed)

and its an '08.
Hey Racer, I was just told that my clock spring needed changing.... was you sympton a squeeky steering wheel when the interior warmed up?
Old 03-27-2008, 11:18 AM
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Had a special trip to the dealer once (but it lasted 5 days). Otherwise, everything has been done during scheduled oil changes.


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