repaired · 2026 Q3
Power train
Risk. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
2017 Jeep CherokeeProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1,342 owner complaints about the 2017 Jeep Cherokee, most often about the power train. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-011 the manufacturer reports only 37% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 9, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Jeep Cherokee has problems
1,342 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
653Power train7 crash/fire/injury
342Electrical system6 crash/fire/injury
260Engine5 crash/fire/injury
61Vehicle speed control
57Service brakes
45Steering
42Electronic stability control (ESC)
26Air bags
18Fuel/propulsion system
9612 other systems6 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 653 | 7 |
| Electrical system | 342 | 6 |
| Engine | 260 | 5 |
| Vehicle speed control | 61 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 57 | 4 |
| Steering | 45 | 1 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 42 | 0 |
| Air bags | 26 | 14 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 18 | 2 |
| 12 other systems | 96 | 6 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2017 Jeep Cherokee recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q2
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. A loss of drive can cause a vehicle crash without prior warning.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Electrical system: software
Risk. If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2019 Q1
Other: labels
Risk. The missing tire and rim designation information may lead to an incorrect combination being installed on the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Air bags: knee bolster
Risk. If the driver's knee air bag does not properly inflate, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Jeep.
Mileage at failure
When do power train problems start?
47kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 407 power train complaints. 87% were reported before 100,000 miles.
116under 30k miles354under 100k miles53100k miles or more
Owner-reported costs
What owners say repairs cost
Dollar amounts owners wrote in their complaints when describing a repair or a quote. These are not price estimates; a system is shown only when at least 8 owners mentioned a cost.
Power train
32 owners mentioned a cost$3,400median
Middle half: $500 – $4,625
Electrical system
11 owners mentioned a cost$400median
Middle half: $289 – $1,050
If a problem is covered by a recall, the dealer fixes it for free. Some manufacturers also reimburse owners who paid for a repair before a recall was announced.
Best & worst years
2017 vs. every other Cherokee year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Cherokee median. How we score
'74'75'76'77'78'79'80'81'82'83'84'85'86'87'88'89'90'91'92'93'94'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'06'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2017 Jeep Cherokee safety ratings
2017 Jeep Cherokee SUV 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★Overall rating
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (16.9% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2017 Jeep Cherokee, and the recalls they led to.
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator RuptureOpen
In owners' words
What Cherokee owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I am reporting a serious safety concern involving my 2017 Jeep Cherokee, VIN [XXX], involving suspected Power Transfer Unit (PTU) failure. The vehicle has experienced drivetrain-related issues, fluid leakage underneath the front/middle of the vehicle, and an illuminated Service 4WD warning light.…
The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving, the message “Service 4WD” was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the power transfer unit (PTU) failed and needed to be replaced. In addition, the contact was informed that during a…
Service 4 wheel drive light came on vehicle loss of power unsafe to drive. Vehicle is currently at Westbrook Jeep dealership i. WESTBROOK MAINE waiting on new PTU part on backorder
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