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2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 10 complaints on file for the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

10

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2026 compare to other Grand Cherokee years?

Grand Cherokee NHTSA complaints by model year, 2026 highlighted3,381 complaints1989: 7 complaints1990: 5 complaints1991: 7 complaints1992: 4 complaints1993: 784 complaints1994: 775 complaints1995: 983 complaints1996: 1,250 complaints1997: 1,433 complaints1998: 1,349 complaints1999: 2,319 complaints2000: 1,855 complaints2001: 1,128 complaints2002: 1,771 complaints2003: 889 complaints2004: 1,572 complaints2005: 2,733 complaints2006: 1,754 complaints2007: 1,478 complaints2008: 990 complaints2009: 195 complaints2010: 171 complaints2011: 2,425 complaints2012: 2,325 complaints2013: 1,111 complaints2014: 3,381 complaints2015: 1,747 complaints2016: 437 complaints2017: 559 complaints2018: 1,199 complaints2019: 533 complaints2020: 344 complaints2021: 660 complaints2022: 459 complaints2023: 660 complaints2024: 415 complaints2025: 107 complaints2026: 10 complaints
Grand Cherokee NHTSA complaints by model year, 2026 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine330%
Transmission330%
Brakes110%
Fuel System110%
Other110%
Body & Structure110%

Does the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee have recalls?

3 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.

25V741000Electrical SystemOctober 30, 2025 · 320,068 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4Xe and 2022-2026 Grand Cherokee 4Xe vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.

Consequence

A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will update the high voltage battery software, and replace the high voltage battery, as necessary, free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 17, 2025. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a later date. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 68C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 6, 2025. Vehicles that were previously recalled for the same issue under NHTSA Recalls 24V720 and 23V787 will need to have the new remedy performed.

25V576000Electrical SystemSeptember 4, 2025 · 91,787 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. A software error within the hybrid control processor may result in a loss of drive power.

Consequence

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the hybrid control processer software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 73C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 11, 2025.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“Heavy vibration of entire vehicle when in reverse. Occasional lack of power when accelerating. Issues with the transmission occasionally failing to shift gears. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · March 5, 2026

“After 3 months and less than 800 miles the service transmission light came on. While driving to the dealership, the engine light came on, followed by bells and buzzers. The dealership said our transmission valve connector was defective. It’s been there 2 weeks still waiting for the part to come…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · June 4, 2026

“Odometer fraud: On [XXX], I purchased 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee VIN [XXX] from Clay Cooley Dallas Dodge as "new." Federal Odometer Disclosure Statement and Retail Installment Contract stated 10 miles. Actual odometer at delivery: 124 miles after dealer disclosed dead battery replacement delayed…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · June 17, 2026

“Purchase the vehicle May 19th and on arriving home later that week realize the passenger rear wheel well had no plastic nuts holding it on which also holds the bumper support beam so therefore the rear bumper was blowing in the wind. Contacted Capital City Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram about it and they…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · May 19, 2026

“I purchased a new 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee on May 9, 2026. On June 4, 2026, less than one month after purchase, the vehicle experienced a sudden brake system failure while I was driving. The brake pedal became hard and unresponsive, the ABS warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle had very…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · June 4, 2026

2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee — common questions

Is the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee reliable?

The record is thin — 10 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2026 Grand Cherokee problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (3 complaints), transmission (3 complaints), brakes (1 complaints).

Does the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Jeep Grand Cherokee years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Grand Cherokee years to avoid are 2014, 2005, 2011, 2012, 1999, 2000, 2002, 2006, 2015, 2004, 2007, 1997, 2018, 2013, 2023, 2017, 2019, 2022, 2016, 2020. The cleanest record among Grand Cherokee years belongs to 1992.

How safe is the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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.