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Jeep Cherokee

14,492 owner complaints (NHTSA, USA) + recalls with manufacturer remedies. Real numbers, not prose.

Worst year: 2014 · 2,625 complaints

Most reported problem areas: Power Train

Complaints by model year

1980
1
1981
1
1984
5⚠ 1
1985
17⚠ 2
1986
19⚠ 3
1987
58⚠ 4 🔥 7
1988
94⚠ 4 🔥 6
1989
189⚠ 12 🔥 15
1990
271⚠ 15 🔥 12
1991
231⚠ 13 🔥 10
1992
122⚠ 18 🔥 6
1993
372⚠ 50 🔥 12
1994
522⚠ 55 🔥 12
1995
604⚠ 94 🔥 10
1996
435⚠ 60 🔥 25
1997
384⚠ 45 🔥 7
1998
398⚠ 34 🔥 5
1999
377⚠ 41 🔥 26
2000
390⚠ 26 🔥 64
2001
237⚠ 25 🔥 21
2006
17
2014
2,625⚠ 55 🔥 16
2015
1,763⚠ 45 🔥 28
2016
1,382⚠ 32 🔥 14
2017
1,304⚠ 24 🔥 6
2018
670⚠ 11 🔥 5
2019
1,571⚠ 40 🔥 19
2020
254⚠ 9 🔥 5
2021
131⚠ 10 🔥 4
2022
42⚠ 2
2023
3⚠ 1
2026
3

Most reported problem areas

Power Train5,443
Electrical System2,361
Engine2,138
Service Brakes1,945
Unknown Or Other1,723
Hydraulic1,243
Vehicle Speed Control945
Structure872
Engine And Engine Cooling666
Steering655

Recalls with manufacturer remedy (40)

2026 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) (26V223000)

Dealers will update the brake system control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 29D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 16, 2026.

2022 Power Train (26V290000)

The remedy is currently under development. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk are expected to be mailed June 25, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 40D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 14, 2026.

2022 Exterior Lighting (24V239000)

Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2024. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 24B.

2021 Power Train (21V310000)

Dealers will inspect and replace the hose, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y18.

2021 Suspension (20V657000)

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front lower control arms and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2020. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W81. Note: Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles until they have been inspected and repaired if needed.

2021 Air Bags (24V516000)

Dealers will secure the connector, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 71B.

2019 Power Train (25V011000)

Dealers will update the drivetrain control module and PTU software and replace the PTU, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 19, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 01C.

2019 Seats (19V248000)

Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will tighten the mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 11, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V31.

2019 Air Bags (19V449000)

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected sensors, free of charge. The recall began August 8, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V63.

2019 Steering (19V637000)

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V99.

2019 Electrical System (18V917000)

Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UC4.

2019 Power Train (18V739000)

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will re-flash the transmission controller with a new calibration, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UA9.

2019 Power Train (18V492000)

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U85.

2019 Engine And Engine Cooling (18V344000)

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair or replace the affected engine components, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 9, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U52.

2019 Service Brakes, Hydraulic (18V523000)

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U86.

2018 Fuel System, Gasoline (18V282000)

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tube, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U39.

2018 Power Train (18V494000)

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front right halfshaft assemblies, free of charge. The recall began September 20, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U78.

2018 Engine And Engine Cooling (17V670000)

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the oil pump, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 5, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T65.

2017 Electrical System (18V332000)

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission t

2017 Power Train (23V302000)

FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2023. Owners may contact FCA USA LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 45A. This recall expands previous recall number 20V-343.

2017 Air Bags (16V799000)

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's knee air bag module, free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S84.

2017 Equipment (17V543000)

Chrysler will notify owners and will provide a corrected certification label, free of charge. The recall began October 13, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T53.

2016 Power Train (16V284000)

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right halfshaft, free of charge. The recall began on June 30, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is S39.

2016 Power Train (16V287000)

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left halfshaft, free of charge. The recall began on June 30, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is S38.

2015 Engine And Engine Cooling (15V676000)

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the routing of the air conditioning hose. Any hose that is misrouted will be replaced and installed correctly. This work will be performed free of charge. The recall began on November 23, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R57.

2015 Structure (15V826000)

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the module and connectors for corrosion, replacing the damaged components as necessary. The mastic shield will be removed and the module will be covered with a water shield. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on February 1, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R67. This recall is superseded by NHTSA recall 23V-338.

2015 Air Bags (15V041000)

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will re-flash the occupant restraint control module software, free of charge. The recall began on March 4, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R05.

2015 Structure (15V393000)

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the power liftgate control module and connectors for corrosion, substitute a bolt for the threaded grommet installed to seal an attachment point used in non-power liftgate vehicles and cover the power liftgate control module in a foam water shield, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R27. This recall is superseded by NHTSA re

2015 Power Train (20V343000)

FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software update that will maintain vehicle propulsion by engaging rear wheel drive and prevent rolling in Park by activating the electronic parking brake if a failed input spline occurs. This recall began July 14, 2020. Owners may contact FCA USA LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is W47.

2014 Seats (16V590000)

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seats or seat sets, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during September 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall S63.

2014 Power Train (19V447000)

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the transmission software, free of charge. The recall began August 8, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V69.

2014 Structure (23V338000)

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will relocate the power liftgate module and add a water shield. In addition, dealers will inspect for corrosion and replace the module and electrical connectors, if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 1, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 49A. This recall supersedes r

2014 Visibility (15V509000)

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a ground strap to protect the BCM from damage, free of charge. Owners were notified of the recall on October 7, 2015. The recall began on December 15, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R39.

1997 Air Bags (00V105000)

Dealers WILL Replace THE AIR BAG Control Module AND Locate THE NEW Module ON THE TOP OF THE Transmission Tunnel.

1996 Seat Belts (97V040000)

Dealers WILL ADD A Washer TO EACH REAR Inboard SEAT BELT Anchor Attachment.

1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic (06E022000)

Affinia (Brake Parts, INC.) WILL Replace THE Subject Brake Hydraulic Master Cylinders FREE OF Charge. THE Recall Began ON March 20, 2006. Owners CAN Contact Affina Group Customer Service AT 1-800-323-0354.

1995 Visibility (08V056000)

U.S. Drive Right WILL MAKE ALL THE Required Modifications. A Representative WILL Travel TO THE Customer'S Location AND MAKE THE Modifications ON SITE. THE Recall WILL BE Performed ON A Regional Basis Beginning March 2008. Owners MAY Contact U.S. Drive Right AT 1-888-632-5936.

1995 Parking Brake (95V172000)

Dealers WILL Replace THE Parking Brake Handle Assembly.

1995 Air Bags (95V057000)

Dealers WILL Inspect THE Vehicles FOR THE Presence OF THE AIR BAG Module Arming Lever AND WILL Replace Those AIR BAG Modules THAT ARE Missing A Lever.

1995 Exterior Lighting (11V279000)

U.S. Drive Right WILL Notify Owners AND MAIL KITS Along WITH Instructions TO HAVE THE Vehicle Repaired BY A Qualified Mechanic OF Their Choice, FREE OF Charge. THE Safety Recall Began ON September 12, 2011. Owners MAY Contact U.S. Drive Right AT 1-888-632-5936.

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