2005 Other Jeep Models

NOON9985

MEMBER
2005 JEEP
V8
4WD
AUTOMATIC
33,000 MILES

My 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.7l Hemi V8 Steering wheel Vibrates a little bit when it is braked or idling, also when on a incline it feels like it's vibrating underneath. I had it check out by the dealership that I bought it from, I am still under the 3 month warranty and service contract. They told it is the nature of the vehicle for it to do that. Should it be doing that? If not what is wrong and what should I do?

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ZACKMAN

MECHANIC
4,202 POSTS

All Jeeps that I have driven do have some vibrations, especially with the Hemi engine. I don't have any explanation for it. But if you feel that vibration is more than it should or pose some level of safety issue, I would spend a little money going to an independent shop (experienced with Jeep or at least 4WD) or even a different Jeep dealership and have them look at the vehicle.

And, instead of giving them the key ("Here you go Mr. Technician, figure out what the problem is and fix it" aptitude that many people have), ask the technician, not the service writer, to go for a ride with you and show him the problem. And then ask for his opinion.