2000 Jeep Laredo
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 2 |
| 1988 | 3 |
| 1989 | 4 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 26 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1996 | 47 |
| 1997 | 38 |
| 1998 | 33 |
| 1999 | 60 |
| 2000 | 81 |
| 2001 | 70 |
| 2002 | 80 |
| 2003 | 57 |
| 2006 | 20 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
21% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 17 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing fan and cooling system.
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THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLETELY DESTROYED BY AN ENGINE FIRE PRIOR TO THE RECALL ON INTAKE AND EXHAUST MANIFOLD THAT RESULTS IN UNDER HOOD FIRE. *YH *SCC
NHTSA ODI report, 20021211
16% of complaints: service brakes — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
15% of complaints: seats — 12 distinct reports on file.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 JEEP LAREDO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT FRACTURED AT THE FRAME MAKING DRIVING CONDITIONS UNSAFE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130318
15% of complaints: electrical system — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing switch and instrument cluster/panel.
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SEAT NOT GOOD, REAR BOTH AXLES
NHTSA ODI report, 20190316
Also filed under SEAT BELTS
BRAKE LIGHTS ISSUES HAVE CHANGED BULBS CUIRCUT BOARDS NEW BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH,BUT STILL CAN'T GET BRAKE LIGHTS TO WORK ALL OTHER LIGHTS WORK NO ISSUES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180318
14% of complaints: exterior lighting — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tail lights and brake lights.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Jeep Laredo — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (17 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seats issues (12 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2000 Jeep Laredo reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Jeep Laredo is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Jeep Laredo?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Jeep Laredo have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.