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Jeep Grand Cherokee Problems, Recalls and Owner Complaints by Model Year
Across 15 model years, NHTSA lists 155 recalls and 10,008 owner complaints for the Jeep Grand Cherokee. Newest model year first. Data as of October 25, 2026.
Jeep Grand Cherokee by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 0 | 29 | |
| 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 5 | 82 | |
| 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 18 | 272 | |
| 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 21 | 499 | |
| 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 13 | 377 | |
| 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 12 | 409 | |
| 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 3 | 241 | |
| 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 7 | 370 | |
| 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 11 | 855 | |
| 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 6 | 364 | |
| 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 9 | 311 | |
| 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 10 | 1,367 | |
| 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 19 | 2,383 | |
| 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 10 | 805 | |
| 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 11 | 1,644 |
Model years with no recall and fewer than three complaints are not listed. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. All Jeep models.
Jeep Grand Cherokee: questions owners ask
Which Jeep Grand Cherokee year has the most problems?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the Jeep Grand Cherokee model years with the most are the 2014 (2,383), 2012 (1,644) and 2015 (1,367). Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are naturally lower; compare years of a similar age.
Which Jeep Grand Cherokee years have the fewest complaints?
Leaving out the newest model years (too new to compare), the fewest owner complaints were filed for the 2020 (241), 2024 (272) and 2016 (311), out of 13 model years from 2012 to 2024. A low count can also mean that year sold fewer cars.
How many recalls does the Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
NHTSA lists recalls for 14 Jeep Grand Cherokee model years, 155 in total when counted per model year (one recall often covers several years). The years with the most are the 2023 (21), 2014 (19) and 2024 (18). Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Which Jeep Grand Cherokee years have the most stalling complaints?
1,179 owner complaints across 15 Jeep Grand Cherokee model years describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. The most were filed for the 2012 (352), 2014 (167) and 2013 (138) model years, out of 15 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Jeep Grand Cherokee years have the most check engine light complaints?
506 owner complaints across 14 Jeep Grand Cherokee model years describe the check engine light coming on. The most were filed for the 2014 (112), 2012 (69) and 2015 (66) model years, out of 14 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Jeep Grand Cherokee years have the most no-start complaints?
285 owner complaints across 7 Jeep Grand Cherokee model years describe the car failing to start. The most were filed for the 2012 (131), 2013 (69) and 2017 (19) model years, out of 7 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Jeep Grand Cherokee years have the most seat belt complaints?
182 owner complaints across 2 Jeep Grand Cherokee model years describe seat belts not latching, retracting or locking. The most were filed for the 2014 (131) and 2015 (51) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Jeep Grand Cherokee years have the most rough idle and misfire complaints?
107 owner complaints across 7 Jeep Grand Cherokee model years describe rough idling, misfires or hesitation when accelerating. The most were filed for the 2018 (27), 2013 (25) and 2021 (15) model years, out of 7 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Jeep Grand Cherokee years have the most high-voltage battery complaints?
80 owner complaints across 3 Jeep Grand Cherokee model years describe high-voltage battery or electric drive system failures. The most were filed for the 2023 (32), 2022 (30) and 2024 (18) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Jeep Grand Cherokee years have the most fire complaints?
42 owner complaints across 3 Jeep Grand Cherokee model years describe the car catching fire or melting wiring. The most were filed for the 2024 (20), 2023 (19) and 2025 (3) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Jeep Grand Cherokee years have the most power steering complaints?
33 owner complaints across 2 Jeep Grand Cherokee model years describe power steering failing, locking up or turning heavy. The most were filed for the 2022 (17) and 2021 (16) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Jeep Grand Cherokee years have the most engine failure complaints?
31 owner complaints across 2 Jeep Grand Cherokee model years describe complete engine failure or a replaced engine. The most were filed for the 2024 (19) and 2020 (12) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Jeep Grand Cherokee years have the most transmission failure complaints?
19 owner complaints across 2 Jeep Grand Cherokee model years describe transmission failure, slipping or a replaced transmission. The most were filed for the 2017 (11) and 2020 (8) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Jeep Grand Cherokee years have the most sunroof complaints?
16 owner complaints across 2 Jeep Grand Cherokee model years describe the sunroof or panoramic roof shattering, exploding or failing. The most were filed for the 2021 (13) and 2025 (3) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
How often does the Jeep Grand Cherokee fail its MOT?
In 2023 UK MOT tests, the Jeep Grand Cherokee's first-time failure rate ranged from 8.9% for cars first registered in 2019 to 33.5% for 2010, across 10 registration years with at least 100 tests. Older cars fail more often. The most common failure areas were lights and electrics, brakes, tyres. Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results.