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Jeep Cherokee Problems, Recalls and Owner Complaints by Model Year
Across 11 model years, NHTSA lists 68 recalls and 10,120 owner complaints for the Jeep Cherokee. Newest model year first. Data as of October 25, 2026.
Jeep Cherokee by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Jeep Cherokee | 0 | 9 | |
| 2023 Jeep Cherokee | 1 | 3 | |
| 2022 Jeep Cherokee | 3 | 52 | |
| 2021 Jeep Cherokee | 4 | 176 | |
| 2020 Jeep Cherokee | 3 | 333 | |
| 2019 Jeep Cherokee | 11 | 1,668 | |
| 2018 Jeep Cherokee | 7 | 688 | |
| 2017 Jeep Cherokee | 6 | 1,337 | |
| 2016 Jeep Cherokee | 9 | 1,412 | |
| 2015 Jeep Cherokee | 11 | 1,792 | |
| 2014 Jeep Cherokee | 13 | 2,650 |
Model years with no recall and fewer than three complaints are not listed. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. All Jeep models.
Jeep Cherokee: questions owners ask
Which Jeep Cherokee year has the most problems?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the Jeep Cherokee model years with the most are the 2014 (2,650), 2015 (1,792) and 2019 (1,668). Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are naturally lower; compare years of a similar age.
Which Jeep Cherokee years have the fewest complaints?
Leaving out the newest model years (too new to compare), the fewest owner complaints were filed for the 2023 (3), 2022 (52) and 2021 (176), out of 10 model years from 2014 to 2023. A low count can also mean that year sold fewer cars.
How many recalls does the Jeep Cherokee have?
NHTSA lists recalls for 10 Jeep Cherokee model years, 68 in total when counted per model year (one recall often covers several years). The years with the most are the 2014 (13), 2015 (11) and 2019 (11). Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Which Jeep Cherokee years have the most stalling complaints?
1,715 owner complaints across 9 Jeep Cherokee model years describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. The most were filed for the 2014 (507), 2019 (433) and 2016 (218) model years, out of 9 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Jeep Cherokee years have the most check engine light complaints?
589 owner complaints across 7 Jeep Cherokee model years describe the check engine light coming on. The most were filed for the 2014 (210), 2015 (136) and 2016 (82) model years, out of 7 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Jeep Cherokee years have the most rough idle and misfire complaints?
361 owner complaints across 5 Jeep Cherokee model years describe rough idling, misfires or hesitation when accelerating. The most were filed for the 2015 (122), 2014 (120) and 2019 (62) model years, out of 5 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Jeep Cherokee years have the most transmission shifting complaints?
351 owner complaints across 2 Jeep Cherokee model years describe harsh, jerky or delayed transmission shifting or shuddering. The most were filed for the 2014 (190) and 2015 (161) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Jeep Cherokee years have the most transmission failure complaints?
253 owner complaints across 3 Jeep Cherokee model years describe transmission failure, slipping or a replaced transmission. The most were filed for the 2014 (151), 2015 (94) and 2021 (8) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Jeep Cherokee years have the most all-wheel-drive complaints?
173 owner complaints across 5 Jeep Cherokee model years describe all-wheel-drive, 4x4 or transfer case faults. The most were filed for the 2019 (95), 2020 (32) and 2018 (24) model years, out of 5 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Jeep Cherokee years have the most oil consumption complaints?
148 owner complaints across 3 Jeep Cherokee model years describe excessive oil consumption or oil leaks. The most were filed for the 2019 (58), 2016 (49) and 2018 (41) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
How often does the Jeep Cherokee fail its MOT?
In 2023 UK MOT tests, the Jeep Cherokee's first-time failure rate ranged from 15% for cars first registered in 2018 to 43.6% for 2010, across 6 registration years with at least 100 tests. Older cars fail more often. The most common failure areas were lights and electrics, tyres, suspension. Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results.