Adding Perspective To the Quality of Our Grenadiers

[Kujo]

I have noticed that almost all posts concern a problem or defect. I just wanted those who are contemplating a purchase to know that not all is bleak. My IG is a Trialmaster loaded with everything but winches. My only problem is that it pulls to the left and needs to be re-aligned. The steering wheel needs to be centered. Other than that, it is perfect. No other problems. It is a 2024 built in July of 2023. I suspect many others on this forum have IGs with little or no problems. I love this car and have been driving it daily., and will continue to do so.

 

[Nadir5]

I took delivery of my 2024 IG at the end of August - no issues with steering.

 

[HereinDaRockies]

Is there a pattern of later build dates having fewer problems?

 

[Defender77]

When my wife occasionally (seldomly) says something goofy, I jokingly tell her, "Thank God you're beautiful."

My Grenadier is beautiful, too.

 

[DoubleDoom]

My MY24 (Europe) was built in July 24. The steering is aligned unlike the MY23.5 I test drove where it was left offset a little.

It is a 2024 built in July of 2023.

That makes it MY23.5. However, in the US they appear to use the MY24 moniker for MY23.5. March/April 24 was the changeover from MY23.5 to MY24 as far as the factory goes.

 

[Defender77]

I willingly and knowingly took a $100K gamble on the Grenadier, especially since I'm 5 miles from a large dealer. I'm quite tolerant and patient. I've also been fortunate, 1000 miles in, avoiding the popular gremlins - for now.

However, I will admit when my A/C failed last week on a trip 2 hours from home, my tolerance and patience were tested.

 

[ForceV4]

Mine is a thing of dipstickless perfection after 110 grueling miles.

 

[HereinDaRockies]

I willingly and knowingly took a $100K gamble on the Grenadier, especially since I'm 5 miles from a large dealer. I'm quite tolerant and patient. I've also been fortunate, 1000 miles in, avoiding the popular gremlins - for now.

However, I will admit when my A/C failed last week on a trip 2 hours from home, my tolerance and patience were tested.

Was ac issue resolved? What’s the sentiment trendline like right now, for your ownership experience?

 

[Tomdoc]

I was one of the very first buyers in the UK, now well over a year ago and after the SW update we all had, I have had no other problems at all. Steering and alignment perfect, no mechanical gripes. the PS does whine, but not too badly for me. Overall I am absolutely chuffed with it and still smile whenever I get in it.

 

[Defender77]

Was ac issue resolved? What’s the sentiment trendline like right now, for your ownership experience?

The A/C issue is well documented here in the forum. It's intermittent, so not a problem now. But is had not been resolved.

I'm still in it to win it.

 

[rovie]

The A/C issue is well documented here in the forum. It's intermittent, so not a problem now. But is had not been resolved.

I'm still in it to win it.

Me too!

 

[Skydance]

I have hope. I’ve been very patient. My dealer is only 20 miles away. I have 5 years warranty (4 years left). It’s the last of dinosaur juice. I don't want a EV just yet. It’s built like a tank. I can’t afford a G Wagon or a Twisted Land Rover. I can take it off roading. It’s a very special unique vehicle with lots of character to build it how you like. I also have a Suzuki Jimny where I feel the same. Love them both.

 

[Back in Black]

If you see an IG drive by and all you see through the windshield is a big Cheshire Cat toothy grin, that will most likely be me!

 

[Shoogs]

2023 model, 35000kms with half that on back roads around Western Australia, apart from software updates at first service, zero issues… well one windscreen. And I have pro lift springs and 295 tyres for most of that.

 

[Bruce B]

I have noticed that almost all posts concern a problem or defect. I just wanted those who are contemplating a purchase to know that not all is bleak. My IG is a Trialmaster loaded with everything but winches. My only problem is that it pulls to the left and needs to be re-aligned. The steering wheel needs to be centered. Other than that, it is perfect. No other problems. It is a 2024 built in July of 2023. I suspect many others on this forum have IGs with little or no problems. I love this car and have been driving it daily., and will continue to do so.

Just something to consider…
I’d suggest that more often than not, a pulling issue is the result of a tire defect rather than an alignment issue. It won’t hurt to have alignment checked but don’t be surprised if the vehicle comes back still pulling.

 

[BenTN]

My minor inconveniences are inconsequential to the overall ownership experience. I love this thing. I would buy it again in a heartbeat. If it were suddenly gone I would order another one.

I fully expected it to be a bit quirky and even imperfect. The charisma more than makes up for it.

 

[IslandFalconer]

I like the truck. But for initial quality I can’t sing its praises. Far more issues than expected. And some that just shouldn’t even exist. It’s never left me stuck. But realistically it needs to get some things sorted

 

[trobex]

Car runs great. Just a big issue with the design of the massive RHD version footwell intrusion.

 

[Bihner]

I just passed 1000 miles and all is well. I'm getting used to the steering at higher speeds and just installed the Wolfbox mirror. I highly recommend the mirror upgrade and it's easy to do yourself.