2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 305 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee, filed between 2024-01-01 and 2026-09-09. The most common problem areas are the electrical system (139, 46%), engine (122, 40%) and fuel/propulsion system (43, 14%). Owners reported 15 crashes, 2 fires, 8 injuries and 1 death in these complaints. NHTSA lists 18 recalls for this model year.
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2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 139 | 46% | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 122 | 40% | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 43 | 14% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 41 | 13% | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Power train | 38 | 12% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 38 | 12% | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 27 | 9% | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 19 | 6% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 16 | 5% | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Lane departure | 13 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 10 | 3% | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| Suspension | 8 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 6 | 2% | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 2% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Back over prevention | 4 | 1% | 1 | 0 | 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.
Electrical system: 139 complaints
- 139 complaints of 305 (46%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 72 of them also name the engine; owners reported 3 crashes and 2 fires in these complaints.
- 4 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee; the latest, campaign 25V741000, says: “The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.”
Engine: 122 complaints
- 122 complaints of 305 (40%) name the engine.
- 72 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 2 crashes and 1 fire in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee; the latest, campaign 25V766000, says: “Debris inside the engine may cause engine failure, which can result in a loss of drive power and/or an engine compartment fire.”
Fuel/propulsion system: 43 complaints
- 43 complaints of 305 (14%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- 25 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee covers this system.
Forward collision avoidance: 41 complaints
- 41 complaints of 305 (13%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 15 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 3 crashes and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee covers this system.
Power train: 38 complaints
- 38 complaints of 305 (12%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 18 of them also name the engine; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee; the recall, campaign 26V413000, says: “A software error may cause the transmission gear selection indicator not to display.”
Service brakes: 27 complaints
- 27 complaints of 305 (9%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 9 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 2 crashes and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 53 |
| 2025 | 120 |
| 2026 | 132 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names GRAND CHEROKEE, GRAND CHEROKEE 4XE, GRAND CHEROKEE L, model year 2024. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee's most common problem areas are the electrical system (139 of 305 complaints), engine (122 of 305 complaints) and fuel/propulsion system (43 of 305 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
NHTSA has 305 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee, including 15 reported crashes and 2 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee's problems?
NHTSA lists 18 recalls for the 2024 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.