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Jeep Cherokee Problems, Recalls and MPG by Year

What this means

NHTSA lists 82 recall campaigns across the Jeep Cherokee, 1981–2026. Owners have filed 14,817 complaints with NHTSA. Of the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2014 drew the most (2,647) and the 2006 the fewest (17).

Data summary generated from official records. Methodology Data: NHTSA, DOT, EPA · Refreshed Oct 6, 2026
Recalls82campaignsCovering 1981–2026 model yearsSource: NHTSA Complaints14,817filedOwner reports across 31 model yearsSource: NHTSA ODI Crash tests4★overall★★★★☆2023 model, latest ratedSource: NHTSA NCAP Fuel economy37mpg combined2026 model, best configurationSource: EPA

Jeep Cherokee complaints by model year

14,817 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.

ComplaintsStill collecting reports3Recall campaigns

Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fewest complaints

  • 2006 · 17 complaints
  • 2021 · 166 complaints
  • 2001 · 229 complaints

Most complaints

  • 2014 · 2,647 complaints
  • 2015 · 1,789 complaints
  • 2019 · 1,650 complaints

Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →

Problem areas by model year

Complaints that name each component, 2015–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.

Jeep Cherokee owner complaints by component and model year (NHTSA ODI)
Component2015201620172018201920202021202220232026
Power train 1,004629648295810178962821
Engine 3643142591554574427801
Electrical system 3272973421903403523801
Unknown or other 2573133431742573624302
Service brakes 1289356361072514300
Vehicle speed control 1207660208282100
Steering 59534530120223300
Fuel/propulsion system 3543182640105403

Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Jeep Cherokee recalls (82)

Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Cherokee model year, newest first.

NHTSA recall campaigns for the Jeep Cherokee
CampaignFiledWhatModel yearsRepaired
26V559000Sep 1, 2026Tire Pressure Monitor System May Fail/FMVSS 1382026—
26V531000Aug 13, 2026Rearview Camera Image May Fail to Display/FMVSS 1112026—
26V290000May 7, 2026Power Transfer Unit May Fail and Cause a Loss of Drive Power2019–2023—
26V223000Apr 9, 2026Loss of ABS & ESC from Brake Module Failure202681.7%
26V059000Feb 2, 2026Inoperative Trailer Lighting and Trailer Brake Failure202635.1%
25V011000Apr 29, 2025Loss of Drive Power from Damaged PTU2017, 2018, 201933.7%
24V516000Jul 8, 2024Side Curtain Air Bag May Not Deploy/FMVSS 214, 2262021, 2022100%
24V239000Mar 28, 2024Turn Signal Malfunction/FMVSS 108202272.5%
23V338000May 11, 2023Electrical Short in Power Liftgate Module2014, 2015, 201644.5%
23V302000Apr 27, 2023Loss of Drive Power from Damaged PTU2016, 201769.9%
21V310000May 4, 2021Transmission Oil Cooler Hose May Leak202196.2%
20V657000Oct 27, 2020Front Lower Control Arms May Fracture2021100%
20V191000Sep 10, 2020Rearview Image Can Remain on Display/FMVSS 111202099.1%
20V343000Jun 11, 2020Power Transfer Unit Input Splines May Break2014–201786.9%
19V637000Aug 29, 2019Steering Rack Gear May Fail2019, 202090%

Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.

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All 82 Jeep Cherokee recalls by model year →

Crash-test stars by model year

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the Jeep Cherokee (most-tested body style each year)
Model yearOverallFrontalSideRolloverTested as
2023★★★★☆4★5★4★suv awd
2022★★★★☆4★5★4★suv fwd
2021★★★★☆4★5★4★suv fwd
2020★★★★☆4★5★4★suv fwd
2019★★★★☆4★5★4★suv 2wd
2018★★★★☆4★5★4★suv 2wd
2017★★★★☆4★5★4★suv 2wd
2016★★★★☆4★5★4★suv 2wd
2015★★★★☆4★5★4★suv 2wd
2014★★★★☆4★5★4★suv 2wd

Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fuel economy by model year

199916–20 mpg
200016–20 mpg
200115–18 mpg
201420–25 mpg
201521–25 mpg
201622–25 mpg
201721–25 mpg
201821–25 mpg
201921–26 mpg
202021–26 mpg
202121–26 mpg
202221–26 mpg
202322–24 mpg
202637 mpg

EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Where to next

2026 Jeep Cherokee report5 complaints · 4 campaigns →2023 Jeep Cherokee report3 complaints · 1 campaigns →2022 Jeep Cherokee report51 complaints · 3 campaigns →Every Jeep modelJeep models →

Jeep Cherokee FAQ

How many recalls has the Jeep Cherokee had?

NHTSA lists 82 recall campaigns that cover at least one Jeep Cherokee model year from 1981 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.

Which Jeep Cherokee year has the most complaints?

Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2014 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (2,647) and the 2006 the fewest (17). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.

What are the most common Jeep Cherokee problems?

Across the 2015–2026 model years, owners most often name the power train, engine, electrical system in complaints filed with NHTSA.

What mpg does the Jeep Cherokee get?

EPA rates the 2026 Jeep Cherokee at 37 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.

How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes

Processing

  • Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
  • Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.

Limitations

  • Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
  • Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
  • Recent model years are still collecting reports.

Review

Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.

Changelog

  • 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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