So... My Engine Just Blew

[Darthwrangler]

Driving to work yesterday and the engine overheat warning/alarm went off. I pulled over and noticed that coolant went EVERYWHERE in the engine bay. I had the jeep towed on a flatbed to the dealership. Today, I get the good news / bad news....

Good news: I'm 100% covered under warranty (2022 JLUR 2.0L is 8 months old with 8000 miles).

Bad news: They identified the problem was a bolt that wasn't tightened correctly at the factory. They fixed it installed coolant and the engine blew when they started it.

So now, I'm getting a loaner while I wait 40 days for a new engine and wondering a few things:

Do they typically give a "new" engine or a rebuild?

Do they reset milage with a new engine?

Should I expect more problems on the horizon after they install a new engine. My instinct says yes.

If so, Is it wort it to just order a new Jeep and trade in my current jeep once the new engine is installed. My dealer gave a great deal last time and I think he would treat me well on the trade in. However, I would still lose some $$$ but it would be worth it to avoid the headaches of future repairs (Kinda the main reason to buy new).

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[Mikester86]

What bolt? The inlet tube bolt?

 

[Carlton]

They will replace it with a new engine. It is warranty work.

Once a new engine is installed, the vehicle is good to go. I wouldn't worry about issues.

Odometer will not be reset, as it measures the mileage of the overall vehicle, not just the engine.

As long as they provide a comprable loaner for the time that you are out of your jeep, I think you should be happy. Sounds like the dealership is making it right.

 

[Cux211]

I wouldn’t be to worried about an engine swap like that as long as they have good techs you’ll get a new engine and just carry on

 

[TheBirdie72]

Maybe now is a good time to ask for a 392 hemi swap? Offer to pay the difference? ?‍ Worst they can say is, “Uh no, dude.”

 

[Darthwrangler]

What bolt? The inlet tube bolt?

I'll find out exactly which bolt is was (and post) when I talk to the dealer again tomorrow

 

[Darthwrangler]

Maybe now is a good time to ask for a 392 hemi swap? Offer to pay the difference? ?‍ Worst they can say is, “Uh no, dude.”

Or... They could give me a 392 for a loaner

 

[Canes_JL]

While not jeeps the wife and I had motors replaced in two different vehicles.

Kia Forte threw a rod and destroyed the motor. Second was due to a drive threw oil change place failing to put any oil back in the engine of my wife’s rod fusion.

Both were replaced and we had zero issues whatsoever afterwords. I wouldn’t worry to much with it when you get it back.

 

[Soli]

Same boat. 3.6 went in and one side of the motor was not getting oil. Dealer had jeep for 7 weeks. Under warranty and new engine replacement

 

[Creeker]

Time to trade up to the 392. Nothing like cubic inches to cure the HP blues.

 

[Soli]

Jeep would never do it lol I wish

 

[Soli]

Will this engine replacement hurt resale?

 

[TheBirdie72]

Will this engine replacement hurt resale?

Not if you put in a 392. ?.

Then it is considered an “upgrade” and not a “replacement.” Just sayin’! LOL

 

[Old Dogger]

Yes, very few buyers will be interested in a vehicle with a new engine in it.

 

[GtX]

Should I expect more problems on the horizon after they install a new engine. My instinct says yes.

No more problems than the factory installed one had.

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