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 CherokeeProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 37 owner complaints about the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee, most often about the engine. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-741 the manufacturer reports only 76% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 11, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee has problems
37 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
25Engine
15Power train
9Electrical system
4Fuel/propulsion system
3Service brakes
3Vehicle speed control
1Parking brake
1Structure
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 25 | 0 |
| Power train | 15 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 9 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 0 |
| Parking brake | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2026 Jeep Grand 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 · 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.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Air bag/restraint control module: software
NewRisk. Delayed air bag deployment during a crash increases the risk of injury.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Propulsion system: traction battery
Park outsideRisk. A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: propulsion system
Risk. A loss of drive power increases 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 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 median. How we score
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'93'94'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee safety ratings
2026 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 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 (17.9% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Grand Cherokee owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Since taking delivery of this brand-new 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited less than 30 days ago, the vehicle has exhibited a severe, recurring powertrain communication defect that poses a direct safety hazard during acceleration and merging. When depressing the accelerator pedal from a stop or at…
I am reporting recurring safety defects in our 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited Reserve, delivered XXX. Since delivery, it has exhibited severe bucking, jerking, rough running, unexpected surging, hesitation, and failure to accelerate when I press the accelerator. Before delivery, [XXX] Jeep…
While driving the vehicle, it completely shuts down unexpectedly. This issue is not related to the auto-start functionality. When the vehicle dies, it goes completely dead. The first time it happened, it restarted on its own but shifted into park and activated the emergency brake. During the next…
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