2002 Jeep Laredo engine and engine cooling problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2002 Jeep Laredo — 13% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep grand cherokee laredo. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated and the would constantly overheat, causing the radiator to fail. The vehicle was taken the to the dealer numerous times for the failure where the engine was replaced…”
filed Mar 10, 2011
“On my way to work on monday morning at around 5:15 am, smoke started to come out from my jeep's hood on the drivers side. I turned around and proceed to head back home. Within four to five minutes the smoke turned into flames and the front of the car was on fire (on a local street). I jumped out…”
filed Aug 31, 2009
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other Laredo years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 Laredo | 8 | 14% |
| 2001 Laredo | 10 | 14% |
| 2000 Laredo | 15 | 19% |
| 1999 Laredo | 2 | 3% |
| 1998 Laredo | 4 | 12% |
| 1997 Laredo | 9 | 24% |
| 1996 Laredo | 5 | 11% |
| 1995 Laredo | 2 | 10% |
| 1993 Laredo | 3 | 12% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2002 Jeep Laredo
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.