2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee electrical system problems

Related recalls

• Recall 19V813000Nov 14, 2019528,594 vehicles
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6, 5.7, or 6.4 liter engine and previously recalled under NHTSA Recall 14V530 or 15V115. The fuel pump relay inside the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM-7) may fail, causing the vehicle to stall without warning.

  Risk: A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) will replace the affected fuel pump relay and related wire harness. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed beginning December 19, 2019. Vehicles that experience a fuel pump failure will receive an interim repair. Owners will receive a second notice when the final remedy becomes available. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V62.

• Recall 15V879000Dec 28, 2015389,252 vehicles
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING · INTERIOR LIGHTING

  Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured December 3, 2009, to September 1, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the wiring for the vanity lamp in the sun visor may short circuit, after having been remedied for a prior recall for the vanity lamp wiring. This recall is also addressing certain vehicles that have not been remedied under that prior recall.

  Risk: The vanity lamp wiring may short, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.

  Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealer will install clearance for sun visor wiring, protection from sharp edges, and replace the sun visor, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R71.

• Recall 14V530000Sep 4, 2014189,206 vehicles
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 5, 2010, to July 20, 2011, and equipped with either a 3.6L or 5.7L engine. In the affected vehicles, the fuel pump relay inside the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM-7) may fail, causing the vehicle to stall without warning.

  Risk: A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump relay with one external to the TIPM, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P54. Note: This recall has been superseded by recall 19V813.

• Recall 14V391000Jul 2, 2014653,562 vehicles
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

  Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 5, 2010, through December 11, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the wiring for the vanity lamp in the sun visor may short circuit, after a service repair is performed.

  Risk: If the vanity lamp wiring shorts, there is an increased risk of fire.

  Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair any damaged wiring, and install a new sun visor that properly routes the wire, free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P36.

What owners say

1. Filed Sep 18, 2026250,000 miFLElectrical System

   The contact owns a 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at a slow speed, the A/C unit started blowing warm air, with the battery, ABS, and malfunction indicator warning lights illuminated. The vehicle stalled, and the contact to pulled over to the shoulder. Upon inspection, there was extreme heat and a burning odor coming from the engine compartment. A mobile mechanic jumpstarted the vehicle and the vehicle was driven to the residence. The battery…

   NHTSA complaint #11765200 · source
2. Filed Feb 5, 2026PAFireElectrical SystemEngine

   On February 3, Tuesday drove home from work. The battery light came on. I Drove to AutoZone and they placed it on Diagnostic reader. The diagnostic reader said that the battery had no charge. They told me I need a new battery. I replaced the battery. The next morning, I placed the jeep into auto start. So the Jeep can warm up. When I went outside, there was smoke coming from underneath the hood of the Jeep. I quickly turn off the Jeep and pop the hood. My husband open the…

   NHTSA complaint #11716050 · source
3. Filed Feb 1, 2026INDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical SystemSuspension

   My right side suspension has a hard time coming up and I can hear it then it eventually get to right level and my car is freaking out have every light come on and the windshield wipers but it doesn't always do it but I have videos. The codes I get say malfunctional control u1403 and other ones

   NHTSA complaint #11714761 · source
4. Filed Jan 17, 2026MOElectrical System

   Started Jeep and after driver info cycled through on dash, the battery warning light came on. Battery had been replaced by local Jeep dealer within last 12 months. Contacted dealer, Keller Motors, while sitting in vehicle and made arrangements to drop off. Drove 3 miles to town with light still on. Then seat belt warning light came on and vehicle electrical system suffered complete shut down and would not restart. Got out and detected a smoke smell. Vehicle would not…

   NHTSA complaint #11711600 · source
5. Filed Dec 31, 2025141,000 miMDElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received a notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V813000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that shortly after starting the engine, the vehicle experienced a loss of motive power. The check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was repaired under NHTSA Campaign: 17V572000; however, parts were not…

   NHTSA complaint #11707985 · source
6. Filed Nov 13, 2025INElectrical SystemEngine

   My check light is blinking and then it stop says I have a random misfire and I done replaced coils spark plugs fuel injectors and I done paid ppl to look at it they none really know what's wrong and I have from my crankshaft sensor all the way up to my cylinder 2 rewired bc my crank wouldn't let my car start got that fixed and I stil have the issue and it just has the misfire and dont know where its coming from..

   NHTSA complaint #11699110 · source
7. Filed Aug 27, 2025158,660 miOHElectrical SystemEngine

   The contact owns a 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle occasionally stalled while at a complete stop. The contact stated that the vehicle was able to restart after several attempts, approximately 15 minutes. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the failure could not be duplicated; however, the contact was informed that the vehicle could be experiencing a fuel pump relay failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related…

   NHTSA complaint #11683504 · source
8. Filed Jul 21, 202589,900 miTNTowedElectrical System

   The contact owns a 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low battery warning light illuminated and there was heavy smoke coming from under the hood. In addition, there was a burning odor on the interior of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V634000 (Electrical System); however, the…

   NHTSA complaint #11675099 · source
9. Filed Apr 24, 2025153,000 miCOElectrical System

   The contact owns a 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V530000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); and the vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the recall repair was performed; however, several days after the recall repair, the vehicle was hesitating while being started. The contact stated that the Battery Charging and Electronic Throttle Control warning lights were illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the…

   NHTSA complaint #11656549 · source
10. Filed Dec 25, 2024ILElectrical System

    Rear Camera has been intermittent since I got the car new and dark image and not crystal clear . The lens is clean and it works intermittently.. the dealership said it would cost $1000.00 to replace the camera.. since there are recalls currently on other jeeps can you help add my vehicle in the mix.. I just spent over 5000 dollars to get my exhaust system fixed and they didn't even give me a loaner car . Bad cus service and this should be fixed.. a safety issue to me.. just…

    NHTSA complaint #11632354 · source
11. Filed Dec 18, 2024125,000 miNCElectrical System

    The contact owns a 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was smoke was coming from under the hood. The contact pulled into a parking lot to inspect the vehicle and became aware that the alternator was burning red hot. The battery warning light illuminated. The vehicle was inspected by a local independent mechanic who was nearby during the failure, and it was determined that the alternator had overheated. Upon further…

    NHTSA complaint #11631392 · source
12. Filed Oct 28, 2024TXElectrical SystemEngineOther / Unknown

    Since I bought it at the dealership the car hesitates to start, I took it several times and they couldn't find the fault, they said it could be a problem with the battery so I changed it and it kept doing the same thing. thing, they told me what the tank was. of gasoline I took it to a Nhtsa office and they told me that they would change the part, over time I had the same problem again but now a year has passed and the car no longer starts, from the beginning they have not…

    NHTSA complaint #11622325 · source

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. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology