--- title: "Jeep Grand Cherokee Problems and Years to Avoid" description: "How the Jeep Grand Cherokee problems and recalls specification changed from 2012 to 2025, compared generation by generation. 5 documented problems with the Jeep Grand Cherokee, with symptoms, affected years, and typical repair costs. 2 of them are serious. 3 carry a recall or TSB number." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/common-problems" updated: "2026-08-20" --- # Jeep Grand Cherokee Common Problems and Years to Avoid The specification is not the same across every year we cover, the table below shows exactly where it changes. ## Has the Jeep Grand Cherokee problems and recalls specification changed by year? | Model years | Documented issues | Serious | With a recall or TSB | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [2022-2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2022-2025/common-problems) | 5 | 2 | 3 | | [2012-2021](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2012-2021/common-problems) | 5 | 3 | 3 | ## Full specifications by generation The problems and recalls on a Jeep Grand Cherokee is set by its generation, not its model year, so each generation has one page carrying the complete figures, part numbers and fitment notes for every year it covers. - [2022-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2022-2025/common-problems) - [2012-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2012-2021/common-problems) ## Jeep Grand Cherokee problems and recalls: common questions ### What are the most common problems with the Jeep Grand Cherokee? The recurring ones are: 4xe high-voltage battery fire risk, "park outside" recall; steering intermediate shaft disconnect (recall); rear coil spring detachment (recall); early 4xe stop-sale / stranded-vehicle reports; electrical gremlins: power window, tailgate, and infotainment glitches. Each is detailed above with symptoms, affected years, and typical cost. ### Which Jeep Grand Cherokee years should you avoid? The years to be most careful with are those affected by 4xe high-voltage battery fire risk, "park outside" recall (2022-2025 (4xe only)) and steering intermediate shaft disconnect (recall) (2022-2023). A documented problem is not automatically a reason to walk away. Service records showing the repair was done change the picture entirely. ### Are there recalls on the Jeep Grand Cherokee? 3 of the issues listed carry a recall or technical service bulletin: NHTSA 24V-720, expanded by NHTSA 25V-741 (4xe high-voltage battery fire risk, "park outside" recall), NHTSA 23V-352 (FCA recall 58A) (steering intermediate shaft disconnect (recall)), NHTSA 23V-413 (FCA recall 64A); later expanded under NHTSA 26V-051 (rear coil spring detachment (recall)). Recall work is free at a franchised dealer regardless of age or mileage. Check your VIN on the NHTSA site to see what is outstanding. ### How much do Jeep Grand Cherokee repairs typically cost? Typical figures for the issues above: 4xe high-voltage battery fire risk, "park outside" recall, Free under recall (battery inspection/replacement); steering intermediate shaft disconnect (recall), Free under recall; rear coil spring detachment (recall), Free under recall; early 4xe stop-sale / stranded-vehicle reports, Free (software update/dealer repair). ## Sources - [Jeep Garage forum, "WL V8 no longer an option in 2 Row Grand Cherokee"](https://www.jeepgarage.org/threads/wl-v8-no-longer-an-option-in-2-row-grand-cherokee.241866/) - [Autoevolution, "2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Drops 5.7L HEMI V8, Grand Cherokee L Still Has It"](https://www.autoevolution.com/news/2023-jeep-grand-cherokee-drops-57l-hemi-v8-grand-cherokee-l-still-has-it-207348.html) - [Car and Driver, 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe Hybrid specs](https://www.caranddriver.com/jeep/grand-cherokee-4xe-2022) - [NHTSA press release, Jeep Wrangler/Grand Cherokee 4xe high-voltage battery "park outside" recall](https://www.nhtsa.gov/press-releases/park-outside-recall-jeep-wrangler-phev) - [NHTSA recall 23V-352, steering intermediate shaft](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2023/RCLRPT-23V352-5968.PDF) - [NHTSA recall 23V-413, rear coil spring detachment](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2023/RCLRPT-23V413-6565.PDF) - [Jeep Garage forum, WL ESS (Stop/Start) auxiliary battery location thread](https://www.jeepgarage.org/threads/grand-cherokee-wl-ess-stop-start-system-battery-location.245932/) - [Cabral CDJR, How to Change the Battery on a Jeep Grand Cherokee (2025 model, under passenger/driver seat)](https://www.cabralchryslerjeepdodge.com/blog/how-to-change-the-battery-on-a-jeep-grand-cherokee) - [Fontana CDJR, Jeep Grand Cherokee Oil Type & Capacity Guide (2011-2026)](https://www.fontanacdjr.com/service-department/service-and-parts-tips/jeep-grand-cherokee-oil-type/) - [Reddit r/GrandCherokee, 2025 GC losing 5.7/3.6, 4-cyl turbo/4xe only discussion](https://www.reddit.com/r/GrandCherokee/comments/1cexvv9/2025_gc_losing_57_36_engines/) ## Find your exact Grand Cherokee - [2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2025) - [2024](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2024) - [2023](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2023) - [2022](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2022) - [2021](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2021) - [2020](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2020) - [2019](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2019) - [2018](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2018) - [2017](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2017) - [2016](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2016) - [2015](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2015) - [2014](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2014) - [2013](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2013) - [2012](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/2012) More Jeep Grand Cherokee guides: - [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/oil) - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/battery) - [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/tires) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/wipers) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/filters) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/service-schedule) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/key-fob-battery) - [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee/specs) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.