| Issue ID | 1178780 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10702650 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Brand | JEEP |
| Model | GRAND CHEROKEE |
| Model Year | 2012 |
| File date | 06/02/15 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | 2012 jeep grand cherokee. Consumer writes in regards to alternator failure and recall notice #14v-634. *smd the consumer stated on february 6, 2015 the alternator failed while driving on freeway. The charging system indicator illuminated and within 30-60 seconds, he smelled a burning odor coming from the vents and the vehicle lost all of its electrical power. The consumer was forced to coast to the left shoulder and luckily avoided an accident. The dealer replaced the alternator, but said the battery was completely dead and they replaced it for free. *jb |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | CONSUMER LETTER |
| City and State | SAN DIEGO, CA |
| VIN pattern | 1C4RJFAG7CCXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Drive train type | 4WD |
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