2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 853 owner complaints on file for the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee, filed between 2017-12-10 and 2026-09-02. The most common problem areas are the electrical system (339, 40%), engine (123, 14%) and power train (75, 9%). Owners reported 42 crashes, 10 fires and 33 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 11 recalls for this model year.
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2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 339 | 40% | 5 | 6 | 3 |
| Unknown or other | 267 | 31% | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Engine | 123 | 14% | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Power train | 75 | 9% | 7 | 1 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 44 | 5% | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| Seats | 43 | 5% | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Vehicle speed control | 38 | 4% | 11 | 0 | 6 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 32 | 4% | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 29 | 3% | 8 | 0 | 2 |
| Air bags | 24 | 3% | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| Exterior lighting | 22 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 17 | 2% | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 17 | 2% | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel system, diesel | 16 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 16 | 2% | 1 | 0 | 2 |
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.
Electrical system: 339 complaints
- 339 complaints of 853 (40%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 79 of them also name the unknown or other; owners reported 5 crashes, 6 fires and 3 injuries in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee; the latest, campaign 18V524000, says: “The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.”
Engine: 123 complaints
- 123 complaints of 853 (14%) name the engine.
- 35 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 6 crashes and 3 fires in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2018 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.”
Power train: 75 complaints
- 75 complaints of 853 (9%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 21 of them also name the engine; owners reported 7 crashes, 1 fire and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee; the recall, campaign 18V280000, says: “An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.”
Fuel/propulsion system: 44 complaints
- 44 complaints of 853 (5%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- 18 of them also name the engine; owners reported 4 crashes, 1 fire and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee covers this system.
Seats: 43 complaints
- 43 complaints of 853 (5%) name the seats — seats, seat frames, adjusters and head restraints.
- 16 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 fire and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee covers this system.
Vehicle speed control: 38 complaints
- 38 complaints of 853 (4%) name the vehicle speed control — cruise control and accelerator/throttle control.
- 15 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 11 crashes and 6 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2018 | 60 |
| 2019 | 65 |
| 2020 | 42 |
| 2021 | 110 |
| 2022 | 161 |
| 2023 | 167 |
| 2024 | 95 |
| 2025 | 98 |
| 2026 | 54 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names GRAND CHEROKEE, GRAND CHEROKEE SRT, GRAND CHEROKEE TRACKHAWK, model year 2018. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee's most common problem areas are the electrical system (339 of 853 complaints), engine (123 of 853 complaints) and power train (75 of 853 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
NHTSA has 853 owner complaints on file for the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee, including 42 reported crashes and 10 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee's problems?
NHTSA lists 11 recalls for the 2018 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.