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2018 Jeep Cherokee fuel system problems

The 2018 Jeep Cherokee has 26 fuel system complaints filed with NHTSA — 3% of the year's total, and up sharply from the prior model year.

26

Fuel System complaints

3%

Share of year

0

Crash-involved

1

Related recalls

Fuel System complaints by year

Related recalls

18V282000Fuel SystemMay 1, 2018 · 48,990 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine. These vehicles may have been manufactured with a fuel tube that may leak fuel into the engine compartment.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of the ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

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.

Common questions

How many fuel system complaints does the 2018 Jeep Cherokee have?

NHTSA has 26 complaints about the 2018 Jeep Cherokee fuel system — 3% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Are there recalls for the 2018 Jeep Cherokee fuel system?

Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign for this model year is tied to the fuel system: 18V282000.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.