I worked as a GM tech for years. I was considered "top notch" in my particular area of expertise (driveability and smog).

I got out 3 months ago to take an office job because I no longer see a worthwhile future in the auto industry. There's a huge sucking sound in the industry, and the (no longer) Big 3 are looking to cut their losses from the bottom up. Since warranty pay to dealerships as low as they can go, that's where they started. It only gets worse from here, IMHO.

Toyota isn't much better at the moment. The Tundra and FJ Cruiser are both becoming well known for their problems. Mitsubishi has all but abandoned the American SUV market, Nissan has design flaws. Kia switched the Sportage from traditional body-on-frame to uni-body.

You aren't going to get exactly what you want in a new car in America anymore. The industry may turn around, but for now this is what we have to deal with.

If you like your Jeep, keep it and enjoy it. When the warranty expires, you own it and may do with it as you please.

BTW, you always have the option of paying for the repairs needed at an independent shop, then fighting with Chrysler to get your money back.