repaired · 2026 Q3
Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems
NewRisk. A TPMS warning light that fails to notify the driver of low tire pressure increases the risk of a crash.
2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee LProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 29 owner complaints about the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, most often about the engine. It is covered by 3 safety recalls.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 12, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee L has problems
29 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
23Engine
8Power train
6Fuel/propulsion system
5Forward collision avoidance
2Electrical system
1Service brakes
1Exterior lighting
1Vehicle speed control
1Visibility
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 23 | 0 |
| Power train | 8 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee L 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 · 2026 Q3
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer
NewRisk. Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
NewRisk. A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk 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.
Best & worst years
2026 vs. every other Grand Cherokee L 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 Grand Cherokee L median. How we score
'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee L safety ratings
2026 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE L SUV N/A 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (18.5% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Grand Cherokee L owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Vehicle entered an auto park condition and then the vehicle went into accessory mode. The heads up display said to press the brake and push the start stop button. The vehicle clicked but did not start. Then the heads up display said “start stop cannot auto start hood open” and the hood to the…
While attempting to execute a left-hand turn across oncoming traffic, the vehicle suffered a severe and sudden throttle hesitation and loss of acceleration power. Despite applying pressure to the gas pedal, the vehicle failed to accelerate quickly enough to safely clear the intersection, creating…
Check engine light came on and vehicle would not accelerate or was having problems with acceleration. Safety was put at risk in a way that did not know if the car was going to go tor completely stop vehicle felt like it was stalling Check engine light on
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