| Issue ID | 1640311 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11306178 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Brand | JEEP |
| Model | GRAND CHEROKEE |
| Model Year | 2014 |
| File date | 30/01/20 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Noticed vehicle at 79 000 mi to be low of oil prior to scheduled oil change. Inspected vehicle for leaks but could not find any noticable issues. Changed oil and filter as scheduled during this time. At 89,000 mi , the same issue occurred and upon further inspection, a noticable pool of oil was found to be pooling on top side of engine block near oil filter/ oil cooler. The engine block is v shaped and recessed which allows oil to pool without dripping to ground. Vehicle was taken to dealership and was diagnosed as a leaking oil cooler, with a quote of over $1000 to fix. Dealer acknowledged the issue is a known problem, but after a call with fca america, they are not willing to repair under warranty as vehicle is over the 5 year limit, although it is under the 100k . ( 89000 currently) issue is a major mechanical defect, and also presents safety issues with pools of oil standing on top of block during normal operation which could lead to fire under extreme temperatures. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 79000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | COLLINSVILLE, MS |
| VIN pattern | 1C4RJEBG6ECXXXXXX |
| 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 |
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| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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