Jeep Grand Cherokee problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 6,104 owner complaints and 81 recalls on file for the Jeep Grand Cherokee (2005–2026). The 2014 Grand Cherokee has the most serious complaints, most often about seats & seat belts.

Complaints
6,104
Recalls
81
Model years
22
Worst year
2014

Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Jeep Grand 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 Grand Cherokee years to buy

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

  1. 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee — 991 complaints, 27 crashes, 16 fires; top problem: Seats & Seat Belts
  2. 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee — 757 complaints, 19 crashes, 13 fires; top problem: Seats & Seat Belts
  3. 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee — 729 complaints, 19 crashes, 7 fires; top problem: Electrical System
  4. 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee — 406 complaints, 20 crashes, 8 fires; top problem: Electrical System
  5. 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee — 392 complaints, 14 crashes, 3 fires; top problem: Electrical System

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2009 (15 complaints).

Every Jeep Grand Cherokee model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2026 Grand Cherokee230006Engine
2025 Grand Cherokee768084Electrical System
2024 Grand Cherokee245100216Electrical System
2023 Grand Cherokee3921431721Electrical System
2022 Grand Cherokee26171013Electrical System
2021 Grand Cherokee4062081312Electrical System
2020 Grand Cherokee239235133Electrical System
2019 Grand Cherokee34215487Brakes
2018 Grand Cherokee7291972210Electrical System
2017 Grand Cherokee245152115Engine
2016 Grand Cherokee1778678Engine
2015 Grand Cherokee7571913519Seats & Seat Belts
2014 Grand Cherokee99127165518Seats & Seat Belts
2013 Grand Cherokee273511139Electrical System
2012 Grand Cherokee401137710Electrical System
2011 Grand Cherokee319131676Electrical System
2010 Grand Cherokee201014Electrical System
2009 Grand Cherokee151001Electrical System
2008 Grand Cherokee462212Electrical System
2007 Grand Cherokee362202Electrical System
2006 Grand Cherokee491122Electrical System
2005 Grand Cherokee621242Electrical System

Most common Jeep Grand Cherokee problem areas (all years)

  • Electrical System
    1,895 complaints
  • Engine
    1,412 complaints
  • Seats & Seat Belts
    840 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    815 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    748 complaints
  • Brakes
    406 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    379 complaints
  • Airbags
    341 complaints
  • Steering
    319 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    215 complaints

Complaint trend

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Complaints about the Jeep Grand Cherokee received by NHTSA each month.

Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls

  • Recall 26V562000Sep 1, 2026328,381 vehiclesModel years 2022–2023

    Risk: Rear coil springs that detach from the vehicle while driving increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 26V559000Sep 1, 2026201,975 vehiclesModel years 2024–2026

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

  • Recall 26V529000Aug 13, 202681 vehiclesModel years 2026

    Risk: Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing 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 26V413000Jun 30, 20267 vehiclesModel years 2022–2024

    Risk: A missing gear selection indicator may lead to unintended vehicle movement or a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 26V328000May 21, 2026419,035 vehiclesModel years 2022–2026

    Risk: Delayed air bag deployment during a crash increases the risk of injury.

  • Recall 26V051000Jan 29, 202680,620 vehiclesModel years 2022–2023

    Risk: Rear coil springs that detach from the vehicle while driving increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 25V741000Oct 30, 2025320,068 vehiclesModel years 2022–2026

    Risk: A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 25V576000Sep 4, 202591,787 vehiclesModel years 2022–2026

    Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 25V472000Jul 17, 2025121,398 vehiclesModel years 2023–2024

    Risk: Head restraints that do not lock can result in an increased risk of injury to seat occupants during a crash.

  • Recall 25V430000Jun 26, 20251,689 vehiclesModel years 2023

    Risk: An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 25V083000Feb 13, 2025133 vehiclesModel years 2022

    Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 24V944000Dec 19, 202479,365 vehiclesModel years 2024

    Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 24V926000Dec 12, 2024631 vehiclesModel years 2024

    Risk: An improper air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury. A fuel leak can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 24V897000Nov 27, 202414 vehiclesModel years 2022–2024

    Risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.

  • Recall 24V872000Nov 19, 20247,198 vehiclesModel years 2024

    Risk: Driving without knowing the vehicle's actual speed increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 24V838000Nov 7, 2024206,502 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019

    Risk: A vehicle that can be started and shifted out of Park without applying the brake pedal can result in a vehicle rollaway. Disabled ABS and ESC systems can reduce vehicle handling and control in certain driving situations. Brake lights that incorrectly illuminate can fail to properly indicate the driver's intention to following traffic. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 24V586000Aug 8, 2024243 vehiclesModel years 2024

    Risk: A child that is not properly restrained during a crash can have an increased risk of injury.

  • Recall 24V434000Jun 13, 202453 vehiclesModel years 2023

    Risk: An improperly secured seat belt buckle may not properly restrain occupants during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 24V436000Jun 13, 20241,033,433 vehiclesModel years 2021–2023

    Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 24V346000May 16, 20247 vehiclesModel years 2024

    Risk: Front air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

  • Recall 24V291000Apr 25, 20242 vehiclesModel years 2023

    Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

  • Recall 24V289000Apr 25, 20248 vehiclesModel years 2022–2024

    Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

  • Recall 24V199000Mar 14, 202438,164 vehiclesModel years 2023

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

  • Recall 24V130000Feb 22, 20249,433 vehiclesModel years 2023–2024

    Risk: High beam headlights that do not activate as intended can reduce visibility, 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