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2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L problems

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Worth extra scrutiny

The 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L is a recall-heavy year with an otherwise ordinary complaint record: 6 NHTSA recall campaigns apply, yet its 60 owner complaints run below the Grand Cherokee L median. The recalls matter more than the complaint count here — verify every campaign was completed before buying.

Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 15 reports (25% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

60

NHTSA complaints

6

Recalls

0

Investigations

4

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2024 compare to other Grand Cherokee L years?

Grand Cherokee L NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted118 complaints2021: 118 complaints2022: 118 complaints2023: 102 complaints2024: 60 complaints2025: 59 complaints2026: 3 complaints
Grand Cherokee L NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System1525%
Driver Assistance1423%
Engine712%
Brakes58%
Speed Control47%
Airbags35%
Transmission35%
Lighting35%
Visibility & Wipers12%
Other12%
Seats12%
Steering12%
Body & Structure12%
Suspension12%

Does the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L have recalls?

6 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V328000AirbagsMay 21, 2026 · 419,035 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. A software error in the occupant restraint controller module may cause the delayed deployment of the side air bags during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."

Consequence

Delayed air bag deployment during a crash increases the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will update the occupant restraint controller module software, free of charge. Some owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 18, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 01D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.

25V472000SeatsJuly 17, 2025 · 121,398 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The second-row seat head restraints may not lock in the upright position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."

Consequence

Head restraints that do not lock can result in an increased risk of injury to seat occupants during a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace both second-row seat head restraints, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2025. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 20C.

24V944000Driver AssistanceDecember 19, 2024 · 79,365 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024 Jeep Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, Grand Cherokee, and Grand Cherokee L vehicles. Incorrect software in the rearview camera module may cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence

A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the rearview camera module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is D5B.

24V926000EngineDecember 12, 2024 · 631 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The radiator crossmember bolts may not be properly secured, which can lead to improper air bag deployments and a fuel leak during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 301, "Fuel System Integrity."

Consequence

An improper air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury. A fuel leak can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and secure the crossmember bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 9, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is D1B.

24V897000AirbagsNovember 27, 2024 · 14 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. An improperly secured connector for the front seat side air bags (SAB) may prevent the air bags from deploying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."

Consequence

An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers secured the connector, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been remedied. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2024. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is B3B.

24V872000Electrical SystemNovember 19, 2024 · 7,198 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L vehicles. A software error in the instrument panel cluster may cause the speedometer to display the incorrect vehicle speed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Displays and Controls."

Consequence

Driving without knowing the vehicle's actual speed increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and update the instrument panel cluster software as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2024. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is B8B.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“Alerted to shift to park when making a turn. Lost power to engine, was able to coast to side of road and apply brake and shift to park. Dash alerted to push run so I pushed ignition switch and it cranked back up. First time this has happened took to dealership and left for them to look over.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · October 24, 2025

“This accident did not trigger ANY safety features for my vehicle. No: Automatic Emergency Breaking Forward Collision Warning Air Bag Deployment SOS activation. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · September 2, 2025 · crash

“Alerted to shift to park when making a turn. Lost power to engine, was able to coast to side of road and apply brake and shift to park. Dash alerted to push run so I pushed ignition switch and it cranked back up. First time this has happened took to dealership and left for them to look over.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · October 24, 2025

“This car slams the breaks to a stop in the middle of an intersection while turning left with other cars across the intersection also turning left. It thinks we will hit but we are not going to. This has happened twice. Luckily, the driver behind us was paying attention both times and also slammed…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · May 29, 2026

“The car randomly stopped while I was going 50 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY. The car then would not allow me to move off of the high way or put the care in neutral. The car just stopped while merging on to the highway at 50 mph. It’s unsafe for myself and others The dealer has not been able to reproduce the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · September 20, 2025

2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L — common questions

Is the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 60 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Grand Cherokee L year, with 6 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2024 Grand Cherokee L problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (15 complaints), driver assistance (14 complaints), engine (7 complaints).

Does the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns affecting the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Jeep Grand Cherokee L years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Grand Cherokee L years to avoid are 2021, 2022, 2023. The cleanest record among Grand Cherokee L years belongs to 2026.

How safe is the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

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.