2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 1,359 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, filed between 2014-12-14 and 2026-09-24. The most common problem areas are the power train (351, 26%), seats (314, 23%) and engine (200, 15%). Owners reported 128 crashes, 21 fires and 93 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 10 recalls for this model year.
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2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power train | 351 | 26% | 78 | 2 | 18 |
| Seats | 314 | 23% | 0 | 0 | 39 |
| Engine | 200 | 15% | 10 | 10 | 4 |
| Unknown or other | 192 | 14% | 17 | 6 | 15 |
| Electrical system | 137 | 10% | 13 | 8 | 10 |
| Air bags | 103 | 8% | 13 | 0 | 19 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 74 | 5% | 1 | 4 | 3 |
| Seat belts | 59 | 4% | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Vehicle speed control | 53 | 4% | 11 | 2 | 1 |
| Steering | 41 | 3% | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Fuel system, diesel | 40 | 3% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 39 | 3% | 9 | 0 | 3 |
| Structure | 30 | 2% | 12 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 22 | 2% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 19 | 1% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Power train: 351 complaints
- 351 complaints of 1,359 (26%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 35 of them also name the engine; owners reported 78 crashes, 2 fires and 18 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee; the recall, campaign 16V240000, says: “The affected vehicles, equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and a monostable gear selector, may not adequately warn the driver when driver's door is opened and the vehicle is not in…”
Seats: 314 complaints
- 314 complaints of 1,359 (23%) name the seats — seats, seat frames, adjusters and head restraints.
- 39 of them also name the air bags; owners reported 39 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee covers this system.
Engine: 200 complaints
- 200 complaints of 1,359 (15%) name the engine.
- 35 of them also name the power train; owners reported 10 crashes, 10 fires and 4 injuries in these complaints.
- 4 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee; the latest, campaign 23V411000, says: “The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.”
Electrical system: 137 complaints
- 137 complaints of 1,359 (10%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 32 of them also name the power train; owners reported 13 crashes, 8 fires and 10 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee; the recall, campaign 18V332000, says: “These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging.”
Air bags: 103 complaints
- 103 complaints of 1,359 (8%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- 39 of them also name the seats; owners reported 13 crashes and 19 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee covers this system.
Fuel/propulsion system: 74 complaints
- 74 complaints of 1,359 (5%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- 28 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash, 4 fires and 3 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2015 | 87 |
| 2016 | 242 |
| 2017 | 59 |
| 2018 | 58 |
| 2019 | 160 |
| 2020 | 180 |
| 2021 | 129 |
| 2022 | 80 |
| 2023 | 147 |
| 2024 | 85 |
| 2025 | 76 |
| 2026 | 55 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names GRAND CHEROKEE, model year 2015. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee's most common problem areas are the power train (351 of 1,359 complaints), seats (314 of 1,359 complaints) and engine (200 of 1,359 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
NHTSA has 1,359 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, including 128 reported crashes and 21 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee's problems?
NHTSA lists 10 recalls for the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee; 3 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.