Jeep Grand Cherokee Common Faults

28
Fault Reports
26
Solved
7
Model Years
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Every figure below comes from owner-submitted fault reports for this exact model — not a manufacturer spec sheet. Jump to any section, or scroll through for the full picture before buying or diagnosing a problem.

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📊 Jeep Grand Cherokee Data Score

Reliability Score
77/100
Good
Resolution Rate
93%
26 of 28 confirmed fixed
Risk Level
Low
0 serious/critical cases
Maintenance Complexity
High
7 systems affected

📐 The MyCarFault Score blends this model's resolution rate (% of reports with a confirmed fix) and severity mix of its 28 reported cases. It reflects our database only, not a manufacturer or third-party rating.

📋 Most Reported Problems

🗂️ Problem Categories

Which vehicle systems generate the most reports for the Jeep Grand Cherokee, based on all 28 cases on this page.

Engine
8 (29%)
Transmission
6 (21%)
Exhaust
4 (14%)
Other
4 (14%)
Suspension
3 (11%)
Fuel System
2 (7%)
Electrical
1 (4%)

🛠️ High maintenance complexity — issues span 7 different systems, with an average reported repair cost of $1,060. Models touching fewer systems are generally simpler and cheaper to keep on top of.

⚡ Quick Summary
Fault Reports
28
26 with confirmed fix
Est. Repair Cost
$1,060
avg · $675–$2075 range
Fix Rate
93%
of reported faults solved

Jeep Grand Cherokee owners have reported 28 fault cases on MyCarFault, including Jeep Grand Cherokee 2013 Catalytic converter P0420 code, Jeep Grand Cherokee 2016 Transmission slipping between gears, Jeep Grand Cherokee 2016 CVT transmission shudder and jerking, Jeep Grand Cherokee 2013 Transmission slipping between gears and Jeep Grand Cherokee 2017 Transmission slipping between gears. 93% of reported issues have a confirmed fix.

📋 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overview

The Jeep Grand Cherokee has 28 owner-reported faults recorded on MyCarFault. Documented issues include Jeep Grand Cherokee 2013 Catalytic converter P0420 code, Jeep Grand Cherokee 2016 Transmission slipping between gears, Jeep Grand Cherokee 2016 CVT transmission shudder and jerking, Jeep Grand Cherokee 2013 Transmission slipping between gears, and Jeep Grand Cherokee 2017 Transmission slipping between gears.

93% of reported issues have a confirmed driver-verified fix.

Estimated repair costs based on owner-reported data range from $675 to $2075, with an average of $1,060 USD. Costs vary by fault type, garage type, and parts availability in your region.

Long-term Jeep Grand Cherokee ownership appears manageable based on community data. A high proportion of reported faults have confirmed fixes, suggesting problems are diagnosable and repairable by informed owners and independent garages.

🔍 Reliability Snapshot

Fault Reports
28
Verified Fixes
26
Est. Repair Cost
$1,060
Most Common Issue
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2013 Catalytic conve…
Owner Confidence
High

💰 Repair Cost Insight

Based on 28 owner-reported Jeep Grand Cherokee fault cases where cost data was provided:

Average Cost
$1,060
Lowest Estimate
$675
Highest Estimate
$2,075

Estimates are owner-reported and vary by region, garage type, and parts availability. Independent specialists typically charge 30–50% less than main dealers for the same repair.

💡 Should You Buy a Used Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Reports on File
28
Resolution Rate
93%
Most-Affected System
Engine
Risk Level
Low

Thinking about buying a used Jeep Grand Cherokee? Here is what our fault data suggests.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee has a significant number of community-reported faults. This does not necessarily mean the car is unreliable — high fault counts often reflect high ownership numbers. Focus on whether the known issues on this page have been addressed on the specific car you are viewing.

The most reported issue is "Jeep Grand Cherokee 2013 Catalytic converter P0420 code". Ask the seller specifically about this before committing to a purchase, and have an independent mechanic check for it during a pre-purchase inspection.

An independent pre-purchase inspection (PPI) is strongly recommended regardless of the seller's assurances or the car's service history.

❓ Common Questions About the Jeep Grand Cherokee

YEAR: All 2019 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2011

🔧 Reported Faults


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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2013 Catalytic converter P0420 code
P0420 2013 💰 $200–$1500 USD
1 fix
👁 2,231
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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2016 Transmission slipping between gears
2016
1 fix
👁 2,143
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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2016 CVT transmission shudder and jerking
2016 💰 $150–$4000 USD
1 fix
👁 1,906
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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2013 Transmission slipping between gears
2013
1 fix
👁 1,891
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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2017 Transmission slipping between gears
2017
1 fix
👁 1,404
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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2014 5.7 Hemi lifter tick
2014
1 fix
👁 1,384
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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2019 Wheel bearing humming noise while driving
2019
1 fix
👁 1,376
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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2016 Check engine light P0171 lean mixture
P0171 2016
1 fix
👁 1,296
🟢
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2013 Check engine light P0171 lean mixture
P0171 2013
1 fix
👁 1,227
🟢
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2015 Fuel economy dropped poor MPG
2015
1 fix
👁 1,225
🟢
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2019 Catalytic converter P0420 code
P0420 2019 💰 $200–$1500 USD
1 fix
👁 1,159
🟢
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2019 Car wont start clicking sound
2019
1 fix
👁 1,126
🟢
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2016 8-speed transmission harsh shifts
2016
1 fix
👁 1,044
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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2014 Transmission slipping between gears
2014
1 fix
👁 907
🟢
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2017 Check engine light P0171 lean mixture
P0171 2017
1 fix
👁 856
🟢
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2013 Coolant leak from engine area
2013
1 fix
👁 727
🟢
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2019 Fuel economy dropped poor MPG
2019
1 fix
👁 672
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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2015 Catalytic converter P0420 code
P0420 2015 💰 $200–$1500 USD
1 fix
👁 665
🟢
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2017 Engine overheating temperature gauge high
2017
1 fix
👁 513
🟢
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2015 Wheel bearing humming noise while driving
2015
1 fix
👁 511
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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2016 Battery draining overnight parasitic drain
2016
1 fix
👁 430
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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2014 Car wont start clicking sound
2014
1 fix
👁 396
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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2014 Engine oil leak from valve cover
2014
1 fix
👁 381
🟢
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2014 Coolant leak from engine area
2014
1 fix
👁 350
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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2017 Front suspension clunking over bumps
2017 💰 $150–$1200 USD
1 fix
👁 316
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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2015 Exhaust rattle noise from underneath
2015
1 fix
👁 212
Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 3.6 Pentastar Timing Chain
2011 Medium
👁 33
Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 3.0 CRD EGR Cooler Crack
2011 High
👁 30

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🩺 Common Symptoms
Automatic transmission slipping between gears Catalytic converter — P0420 code Check engine light — P0171 lean code Wheel bearing humming noise while driving Fuel economy dropped — poor MPG Car won't start — clicking sound only
🔢 Common OBD Codes
P0420 P0171
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