Jeep

Grand Cherokee (WK2)

2011-2021 · Midsize SUV · 7 engines
Best Engine ⚠️ Caution (2.9)
10,123 NHTSA Complaints
54 Recalls
286 Fire Reports
543 Crash Reports
Includes data from: GRAND CHEROKEEGRAND CHEROKEE LGRAND CHEROKEE SRTGRAND CHEROKEE TRACKHAWK
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NHTSA Safety Ratings About NHTSA ratings

Overall 5/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
4/5 (16.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (20.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall 5/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
4/5 (16.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (20.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (20.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall 5/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
4/5 (16.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (20.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
4/5 (16.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
5/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (20.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: No
Overall 5/5
Frontal Crash
5/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
4/5 (16.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: No
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
5/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (20.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: No
Overall 5/5
Frontal Crash
5/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
4/5 (16.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: No
Overall 5/5
Frontal Crash
5/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
4/5 (16.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: No
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
5/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (20.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: No
Overall 5/5
Frontal Crash
5/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
4/5 (16.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: No
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
5/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (20.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: No
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
4/5 (16.8% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: No
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (20.7% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: No
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
4/5 (16.8% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: No
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (20.7% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: No
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
4/5 (16.8% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: No
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (20.7% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: No
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
4/5 (16.8% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: No
Overall 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (20.7% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: No

Engine Reliability Ratings

3.6-V6-FlexFuel

3.6L 6-cyl / 283 hp
⚠️ Caution (2.9)
262 complaints 26.2 per year Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV)
2 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

electrical
85
interior
41
other
39
engine
37
safety systems
32

Known Issues

Electrical System Issues (85 complaints)
Interior Issues (41 complaints)
Engine Issues (37 complaints)

6.4-V8-Gas

6.4L 8-cyl
⚠️ Caution (2.7)
95 complaints 10.6 per year Gasoline
2 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

interior
19
engine
16
transmission
16
electrical
16
other
16

Known Issues

Interior Issues (19 complaints)
Engine Issues (16 complaints)
Transmission Issues (16 complaints)

6.2-V8-Gas

6.2L 8-cyl / 707 hp
⚠️ Caution (2.3)
10 complaints 10.0 per year Gasoline
1 fire report
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Jeep Grand Cherokee Unidentified Engine

Avoid (1.7)
498 complaints 45.3 per year
13 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

electrical
178
brakes
91
engine
86
transmission
73
other
44

Known Issues

Electrical System Issues (178 complaints)
Brakes Issues (91 complaints)
Engine Issues (86 complaints)

3.0T-V6-Diesel

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo
Avoid (1.3)
593 complaints 98.8 per year Diesel
16 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
273
fuel system
226
transmission
106
cooling
65
electrical
53

Known Issues

Engine Issues (273 complaints)
Fuel System Issues (226 complaints)
Transmission Issues (106 complaints)
Show 9 additional engine variants with limited data
These engines appear in fewer than 10 owner complaints and aren't included in the main ratings above. Low counts can mean a genuinely clean record, but they can also reflect VIN-decode anomalies in NHTSA data. Treat as informational, not as a confident rating.

2.4-I4-Gas

2.4L 4-cyl
Recommended (5.0)
4 complaints 1.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

electrical
3
engine
2
steering
1
interior
1
exterior
1

Known Issues

Electrical System Issues (3 complaints)
Engine Issues (2 complaints)
Steering Issues (1 complaints)

5.9T-I6-Diesel

5.9L 6-cyl Turbo
Recommended (5.0)
2 complaints 1.0 per year Diesel
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
1
electrical
1
other
1

Known Issues

Engine Issues (1 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (1 complaints)

3.3-V6-FlexFuel

3.3L 6-cyl
Recommended (5.0)
1 complaint 1.0 per year Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV)
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5.9-V8-Gas

5.9L 8-cyl
Recommended (5.0)
1 complaint 1.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
1
brakes
1
steering
1

Known Issues

Engine Issues (1 complaints)
Brakes Issues (1 complaints)
Steering Issues (1 complaints)

2.8T-I4-Diesel

2.8L 4-cyl Turbo
Recommended (3.5)
1 complaint 1.0 per year Diesel
1 fire report
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8.4-V10-Gas

8.4L 10-cyl
Recommended (5.0)
1 complaint 1.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

exterior
1

Known Issues

Exterior Issues (1 complaints)

Same engine used in

DODGE Viper (2013-2017)

Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the Jeep Grand Cherokee regardless of engine variant.

Electrical System Issues (3,412 complaints)
electrical critical
Engine Issues (1,891 complaints)
engine critical
Transmission Issues (1,390 complaints)
transmission critical
Brakes Issues (1,287 complaints)
brakes critical
Interior Issues (939 complaints)
interior critical

Recalls (54)

26V051000Jan 28, 2026serious
Suspension

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L and 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The rear coil springs may be incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving.

25V083000Feb 12, 2025serious
Equipment

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The center stack upper display (DCSD) contains a transistor that may overheat and prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

24V897000Nov 26, 2024serious
Air Bags

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. An improperly secured connector for the front seat side air bags (SAB) may prevent the air bags from deploying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."

24V132000Feb 21, 2024serious
Suspension

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L and 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The upper control arm ball joint and steering knuckle may separate and cause the wheel to fall outward, resulting in a loss of vehicle control.

24V436000Jun 12, 2024serious
Back Over Prevention

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango, 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Chrysler Voyager, 2022-2023 Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Ram Promaster vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

24V838000Jul 10, 2024serious
Service Brakes

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles. A malfunction in the antilock-brake system (ABS) module may incorrectly illuminate the brake lights and disable the ABS and electronic stability control (ESC). In addition, the vehicle operator may be able to start and shift out of Park without the brake pedal being applied.

23V352000May 17, 2023serious
Steering

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. An incorrectly assembled steering column intermediate shaft may disconnect from the u-joint, and result in a loss of steering control.

23V577000Aug 13, 2023serious
Back Over Prevention

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, and 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The Central Vision Park Assist module (CVPAM) software may prevent the rearview image from displaying when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

23V411000Aug 5, 2023serious
Engine & Cooling

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L Diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.

23V413000Aug 5, 2023serious
Suspension

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The rear coil springs may have been incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving.

22V544000Jul 27, 2022serious
Exterior Lighting

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The tail light side marker assemblies may be damaged and not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamp, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

22V284000Apr 27, 2022serious
Engine & Cooling

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee WK, 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles equipped with 3.6L engines. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may stick open, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.

22V180000Mar 23, 2022serious
Child Seat

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with a missing weld from the seat back frame to the child seat tether anchorage. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."

22V406000Sep 5, 2022serious
Fuel System, Diesel

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. A high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure may introduce internal debris into the fuel system, potentially resulting in fuel starvation.

22V426000Sep 5, 2022serious
Service Brakes

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles. A malfunction in the antilock-brake system (ABS) module may illuminate the brake lights, and allow the vehicle to start and shift out of Park without the brake pedal being applied.

21V729000Sep 20, 2021serious
Visibility

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. A radio software error may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

21V797000Oct 13, 2021serious
Exterior Lighting

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles not equipped with automatic high beams. When the master lighting switch is set to the auto position, the high beam headlights will not activate unless the master lighting switch is first changed to the 'on" position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

21V873000Oct 10, 2021serious
Air Bags

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Jeep Wagoneer, and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may have incorrect software which can disable the driver, passenger, and knee air bags without warning.

21V950000Sep 11, 2021serious
Exterior Lighting

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles equipped with smart lighting modules (SLM). An incomplete SLM software update may cause one or both headlights to become inoperable. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

20V183000Mar 25, 2020serious
Powertrain

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles. The front differential may have been assembled with pinion gears that are insufficiently hardened, which can lead to the gear teeth wearing down. If both pinion gears have their teeth sufficiently worn off, torque power can not be transferred from the front wheels to the driveline, resulting in loss of power while driving and loss of the PARK function when stationary.

20V475000Aug 12, 2020serious
Engine & Cooling

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ram 1500 and 2014-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.

20V699000Dec 10, 2020serious
Engine & Cooling

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with the 3.0L EcoDiesel engines. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system. This mixture may combust inside the intake manifold.

20V191000Oct 8, 2020serious
Back Over Prevention

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

19V813000Nov 13, 2019serious
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.

18V759000Oct 28, 2018serious
Equipment

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Street and Racing Technology (SRT) and Trackhawk vehicles. The driver's floor mat may have insufficient clearance between the mat and the accelerator pedal, possibly preventing the pedal from returning to the idle position.

18E097000Oct 28, 2018serious
Equipment

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Floor Mats, part numbers 6ML07TRMAA and 6GA92TRMAA, sold as accessory equipment for 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Street and Racing Technology ("SRT") and Trackhawk vehicles. These floor mats may have insufficient clearance between the mat and the accelerator pedal, possibly inhibiting the pedal from returning to an idle position.

18V332000May 16, 2018serious
Electrical System

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.

18V048000Oct 31, 2018serious
Fuel System

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk vehicles equipped with a 6.2L Supercharged Engine. The fuel line may separate.

18V524000Sep 7, 2018serious
Electrical System

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.

18V280000Jan 4, 2018serious
Powertrain

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.

17V741000Nov 20, 2017serious
Electrical System

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014 Dodge Challenger, Charger, Durango, Chrysler 300, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.

17E061000Oct 18, 2017serious
Engine & Cooling

Accessible Technologies, Inc. (ATI) is recalling certain ProCharger Superchargers, model numbers AB037A-100, AB037A-100P, and A037A-100B, sold for installation on 2012-2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 and SRT vehicles. The supercharger mounting bracket may contact and damage the ABS line, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak.

17V572000Sep 17, 2017serious
Service Brakes

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles had brake booster shields installed under a previous campaign to prevent water from entering the brake booster and limiting braking ability. This recall is to verify that the brake booster shield installation was performed properly.

17V435000Oct 6, 2017serious
Electrical System

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.

16V249000Apr 26, 2016serious
Powertrain

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured May 15, 2015 to February 19, 2016. The brake transmission shift interlock solenoid may have a loose electrical connection which could result in a loss of solenoid function.

16V240000Apr 24, 2016cosmetic
Powertrain

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured February 15, 2011, to November 27, 2014, and 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured July 16, 2012, to December 22, 2015. The affected vehicles, equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and a monostable gear selector, may not adequately warn the driver when driver's door is opened and the vehicle is not in PARK, allowing them to exit the vehicle while the vehicle is still in gear.

16V686000Sep 22, 2016serious
Equipment

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee manufactured August 8, 2016 through August 16, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the rear tow hook bracket or tow eye bracket may be loose.

16V168000Mar 22, 2016serious
Service Brakes

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured December 9, 2015, to January 14, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the left front brake caliper may crack due to being made from an incorrect material.

16V814000Oct 10, 2016serious
Fuel System

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 10, 2016, to April 28, 2016 and equipped with a 3.6L engine built at the Saltillo engine plant. During the assembly of the engine, the fuel rail crossover tube may have been damaged, which, over time, may result in a fuel leak.

15V879000Dec 27, 2015serious
Electrical System

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.

15V469000Jul 26, 2015serious
Suspension

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured June 12, 2015, to June 20, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with rear lower control arms that may have been incorrectly heat treated. This may cause the rear lower control arm to fracture.

15V115000Feb 26, 2015serious
Electrical System

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured September 17, 2010, to August 19, 2013, and equipped with a 3.6, 5.7 or 6.4 liter engine, and 2012-2013 Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured January 18, 2011, to August 19, 2013, and equipped with a 3.6 or 5.7 liter 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.

15V461000Jul 22, 2015serious
Equipment

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.

14V643000Oct 13, 2014serious
Seat Belts

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured June 2, 2013, to June 28, 2014, and 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 30, 2012, to April 30, 2014. Due to a fault within the Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module, the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags may be disabled. The malfunction indicator light “MIL” should illuminate to initially warn drivers of a failure.

14V634000Aug 9, 2014serious
Electrical System

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.

14V636000Aug 9, 2014serious
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Dodge Durango, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 3, 2013, to April 11, 2014. Due to an issue with the software for the Steering Column Control Module (SCCM), the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) may be disabled.

14V530000Apr 8, 2014serious
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.

14V293000Apr 5, 2014serious
Vehicle Speed Control

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured January 16, 2014 to April 8, 2014, Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 16, 2014 to April 8, 2014, Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT vehicles manufactured February 3, 2014 to April 8, 2014, and Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured March 6, 2014 to April 17, 2014. When the adaptive cruise control is engaged and the driver presses the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle's speed more than the cruise control system would on its own, the vehicle may continue to accelerate briefly after the accelerator pedal is released.

14V104000Apr 2, 2014serious
Service Brakes

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 11, 2011, through October 1, 2012. Under certain braking events, the Ready Alert Braking System (RAB) may result in the driver experiencing a hard brake pedal feel.

14V391000Feb 6, 2014serious
Electrical System

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.

14V154000Jan 3, 2014serious
Service Brakes

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured from January 5, 2010, through September 8, 2013. The subject vehicles have a brake booster with a center shell that may corrode and allow water to get inside.

13V483000Oct 16, 2013serious
Service Brakes

Chrysler Group, LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 8, 2013, through August 20, 2013. Due to a disruption of computer communications and loose alternator ground wires, the affected vehicles may experience random illumination of multiple instrument cluster warning lights, loss of cluster illumination and loss of anti-lock brake system (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC) function. Because of these conditions, the vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 101, "Controls and Displays," and No. 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."

13V289000Feb 6, 2013serious
Exterior Lighting

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2014, non-SRT trimmed, Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 14, 2013, through March 20, 2013 equipped with premium headlamps. In the affected vehicles, when switching between daytime running lights and parking lights, electrical spikes may cause the parking lamps to turn off. Without properly functioning parking lamps these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

11V487000Sep 28, 2011serious
Engine & Cooling

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHRYSLER VEHICLES, INCLUDING 200 AND TOWN AND COUNTRY MODELS, DODGE VEHICLES, INCLUDING CHARGER, DURANGO, GRAND CARAVAN AND JOURNEY MODELS AND JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 31, 2011, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 13, 2011, THAT ARE EQUIPPED WITH 3.6L ENGINES. THESE ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE CONNECTING ROD BEARING FAILURE DUE TO DEBRIS INSIDE THE ENGINE BLOCK.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2011-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems?

The 2011-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee has accumulated 10,123 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Electrical System, Engine, Transmission. As with any used vehicle, an inspection before buying and a vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Jeep Grand Cherokee engine is most reliable?

The 2011-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee was offered with 16 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 3.6L 6-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.

Is the 2011-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee a good used car?

The 2011-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee can be a sound used car depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 10,123 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2011-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?

The 2011-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 10,123 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.

What recalls affect the 2011-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

There are 54 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2011-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN — check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.

What should I check before buying a used Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Before buying a used Jeep Grand Cherokee, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Electrical System, Engine, Transmission, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.

What are the NHTSA crash test ratings for the Grand Cherokee?

The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee received an overall 5-star safety rating from NHTSA. Frontal crash: 4 stars. Side crash: 5 stars. Rollover: 4 stars (16.9% rollover probability). Electronic Stability Control: Standard. Forward Collision Warning: Optional. Lane Departure Warning: Optional. These ratings are based on standardized crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 10,123 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-05-23.

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