2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems, complaints & recalls

Updated Oct 11, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 36 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee, most often about electrical system. There are 2 recalls for this model year.

Complaints: 36
Recalls: 2
Crashes: 2
Fires: 2
Injuries: 0
Median mileage: 153,700 mi

Key facts

Electrical System is the most-reported problem area, named in 25 of 36 complaints (69%).
Engine (11) and lighting (5) follow.
Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 153,700 mi.
Owners reported 2 crashes, 2 fires and 0 injuries.
The 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 2 recalls on file.
NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations covering this vehicle.
It ranks 19th of 22 Jeep Grand Cherokee model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
That is 27% fewer complaints than the 2006 model year (49).

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)	Complaints
Electrical system	25
Engine	11
Exterior lighting	5
Unknown or other	5
Fuel/propulsion system	4
Service brakes	2
Tires:sidewall	1
Power train	1

When problems happen (mileage)

Mileage at the time of the problem, for 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee complaints that list mileage.

2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls (2)

Recall 14V438000Jul 21, 2014649,353 vehicles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, drivers should adjust their seat to allow clearance between the driver's knee and the ignition key, and remove all items from their key ring, leaving only the vehicle key. Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, to July 5, 2007, and 2006-2007 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, to July 5, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the driver may accidentally hit the ignition key with their knee, unintentionally knocking the key out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Risk: If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. Chrysler sent interim notifications to owners in September 2014. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P41.
Recall 13V175000May 7, 2013295,345 vehicles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, through March 9, 2010; and 2006-2010 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, through March 10, 2010. A transfer case electrical failure may result in an unintentional shifting of the transfer case into the neutral position.
Risk: If the vehicle shifts into neutral, it may roll away increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the final drive controller which governs the transfer case, with new software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N23.

NHTSA defect investigations

PE14017Opened Jun 16, 2014Closed Dec 23, 2014led to recall 14V438000
Air Bag Non-deployment
Chrysler is conducting a safety recall of approximately 643,618 model year 2006-2007 Jeep Commander and model year 2005-2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles to address the problem of ignition turning off while driving (see NHTSA recall 14V-438 for more information).According to Chrysler, these vehicles may experience an unintended change in ignition switch position while driving, which may result in loss of engine power, power steering, and braking assist, increasing the risk of a crash and disabling one or more of the vehicle's safety features including the frontal air bags.Most of the reported …
AQ10001Opened Nov 18, 2010Closed Dec 28, 2015
Fleet Vehicle Recall Completion Audit
On November 18, 2010, NHTSA's Recall Management Division (RMD) opened an audit query (AQ10-001) to investigate recall remedy completion by rental car companies on safety recall campaigns.It was expected to provide the agency an indication of how completely and how quickly rental car fleets perform necessary recall-related remedies on the vehicles owned and then rented/leased for use on the roadways.RMD queried three (3) major motor vehicle manufacturers (Ford, Chrysler, and General Motors) and requested data regarding completion figures for fifteen (15) discreet safety recalls.Analysis of this…

Recent 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Filed Apr 9, 2026192,000 miMSElectrical System
The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated after the ignition switch was replaced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V438000 (Electrical System), the vehicle started making an abnormally loud sound at startup. The vehicle was taken to Auto Zone; however, no diagnostic trouble code was retrieved. The vehicle not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 192,000.
NHTSA complaint #11730123 · source
Filed Apr 22, 2025MICrashElectrical SystemEngineLighting
I was pulling into the gas station to get some gas. I'm used to use a 2-ft drive so what I could not lift my left foot to put pressure on the brake I used my right foot. It slipped off the brake and after the accelerator and I hit a small Pole stopping me from going into the gas station front door. Just could have been raised up to a work accident I had a couple weeks prior.
NHTSA complaint #11655982 · source
Filed Apr 9, 2025MIOther / Unknown
I have a warning light telling me to check my gas cap. I check out and nothing seems to be wrong. But I do go through a lot of gas. I don't know if there needs to be a new gas cap put on or if it's part of the fuel system
NHTSA complaint #11653797 · source
Filed Apr 9, 2025MIElectrical SystemLighting
When I'm driving down the road my car won't shut off. I have to pull over to the side of the road turn my key completely off and take it out put it back in and start it. It takes a couple of times to get it started as I have to move the key back and forth and then it will start. I did a check engine light check. And it is saying something about a Anti-Theft ignition problem. My headlights stay on all the time and blink when it is shut off.
NHTSA complaint #11653796 · source
Filed Jan 13, 2025180,000 miALTowedElectrical System
The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V438000 (Electrical System) by the previous owner; however, the recall repair failed to prevent the failure from occurring. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle momentarily lost automotive power and occasionally shut off while idling. The local dealer informed the contact that the parts needed to repair the…
NHTSA complaint #11635699 · source
Filed Nov 19, 2024113,000 miAZElectrical System
The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle intermittently failed to start up after several attempts. The contact stated that there were several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions, and the contact was informed that the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired and remained with the dealer. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired…
NHTSA complaint #11626160 · source
Filed Jun 11, 2024100,000 miIABrakes
The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the contact became aware that the front brakes were separating. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The local dealer was contacted and advised that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V168000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not…
NHTSA complaint #11593636 · source
Filed Apr 22, 2024189,000 miWITowedWheels & Tires
The contact's granddaughter owns a 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee equipped with Cooper Tires, Tire Line: Discoverer EnduraMax, Tire Size: P245/65/R17, DOT Number: [XXX] . The contact stated while the driver was driving at 70 MPH, the rear passenger's tire had a blowout. The driver was able to pull to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the residence, where the tire was inspected, and the contact became aware that the tire had blown out at the sidewall. The manufacturer…
NHTSA complaint #11584408 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 11, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology