Jeep Cherokee problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 5,760 owner complaints and 43 recalls on file for the Jeep Cherokee (2014–2026). The 2019 Cherokee has the most serious complaints, most often about transmission & drivetrain.

Complaints
5,760
Recalls
43
Model years
11
Worst year
2019

Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Jeep Cherokee model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Worst Jeep Cherokee years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

  1. 2019 Jeep Cherokee — 1,314 complaints, 29 crashes, 11 fires; top problem: Transmission & Drivetrain
  2. 2017 Jeep Cherokee — 928 complaints, 17 crashes, 3 fires; top problem: Transmission & Drivetrain
  3. 2014 Jeep Cherokee — 937 complaints, 16 crashes, 6 fires; top problem: Transmission & Drivetrain
  4. 2016 Jeep Cherokee — 832 complaints, 17 crashes, 10 fires; top problem: Transmission & Drivetrain
  5. 2015 Jeep Cherokee — 679 complaints, 12 crashes, 5 fires; top problem: Transmission & Drivetrain

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2023 (3 complaints).

Every Jeep Cherokee model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2026 Cherokee70004Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2023 Cherokee31011Transmission & Drivetrain
2022 Cherokee513053Transmission & Drivetrain
2021 Cherokee16810484Transmission & Drivetrain
2020 Cherokee3199793Transmission & Drivetrain
2019 Cherokee1,31429111311Transmission & Drivetrain
2018 Cherokee5225317Transmission & Drivetrain
2017 Cherokee928173206Transmission & Drivetrain
2016 Cherokee8321710139Transmission & Drivetrain
2015 Cherokee679125711Transmission & Drivetrain
2014 Cherokee937166813Transmission & Drivetrain

Most common Jeep Cherokee problem areas (all years)

  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    2,984 complaints
  • Electrical System
    1,248 complaints
  • Engine
    1,142 complaints
  • Brakes
    479 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    252 complaints
  • Steering
    230 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    226 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    206 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    159 complaints
  • Airbags
    129 complaints

Complaint trend

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Complaints about the Jeep Cherokee received by NHTSA each month.

Jeep Cherokee recalls

  • Recall 26V559000Sep 1, 2026201,975 vehiclesModel years 2026

    Risk: A TPMS warning light that fails to notify the driver of low tire pressure increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 26V531000Aug 13, 2026844,027 vehiclesModel years 2026

    Risk: A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 26V290000May 7, 202661,711 vehiclesModel years 2019–2023

    Risk: A failed PTU may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 26V223000Apr 9, 2026241 vehiclesModel years 2026

    Risk: A loss of anti-lock brakes or electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 26V059000Feb 2, 2026456,287 vehiclesModel years 2026

    Risk: Trailer brake lights and turn signals that do not illuminate reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, trailer brakes that fail increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 25V011000Apr 29, 202563,130 vehiclesModel years 2017–2019

    Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. A loss of park function can cause an unintended vehicle rollaway, which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 24V516000Jul 8, 202413 vehiclesModel years 2021–2022

    Risk: An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

  • Recall 24V239000Mar 28, 202412,221 vehiclesModel years 2022

    Risk: Turn signals that do not function properly may fail to indicate the driver's intention to change vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V338000May 11, 2023132,099 vehiclesModel years 2014–2016

    Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 23V302000Apr 27, 202325,980 vehiclesModel years 2016–2017

    Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. A loss of park function can cause an unintended vehicle rollaway which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 21V310000May 4, 202118,800 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: A transmission fluid leak increases the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 20V657000Oct 27, 2020698 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: A front lower control arm fracture while driving may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash without prior warning.

  • Recall 20V191000Sep 10, 2020319,610 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 20V343000Jun 11, 202067,248 vehiclesModel years 2014–2017

    Risk: A loss of drive can cause a vehicle crash without prior warning. A loss of the Park function can cause unintended vehicle rollaway which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 19V637000Aug 29, 20195,294 vehiclesModel years 2019–2020

    Risk: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 19V447000Jun 13, 201981,615 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: An unexpected shift to neutral would result in a loss of drive, increasing the risk of crash.

  • Recall 19V449000Jun 13, 201941,169 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: In the event of a crash, the inability to properly detect a crash may result in improper air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 19V248000Mar 28, 2019253 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: In the event of a crash, the seat may move, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 18V917000Dec 20, 201852 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: Without the activation of warning chimes, messages, and gauges to provide vehicle information to the driver, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V739000Oct 19, 201886,053 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of crash.

  • Recall 18V523000Aug 9, 2018154,335 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V524000Aug 9, 201812,779 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019

    Risk: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V492000Jul 26, 20185 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: If the transmission weld fails, the vehicle will stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V494000Jul 26, 2018702 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: If the halfshaft bearing cage breaks, the halfshaft may not be able to transmit engine power, causing a loss of drive or it can allow the vehicle to move while in the "Park" position. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V344000May 25, 201814 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: Cylinder damage or camshaft failure can cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Other Jeep models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology