Is the 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rated "worse than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?

7 recalls on file for this model year.

2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee

◆ Worse than typical

2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 1,108
Recalls: 7
Investigations: 2
Top problem: Electrical system

Complaints per year

2007: 1,108 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1989	5
1990	5
1991	6
1992	3
1993	562
1994	609
1995	723
1996	893
1997	991
1998	1,028
1999	1,638
2000	1,447
2001	883
2002	1,476
2003	762
2004	1,295
2005	2,051
2006	1,280
2007	1,108
2008	734
2009	138
2010	118
2011	1,639
2012	1,644
2013	804
2014	2,378
2015	1,362
2016	310
2017	364
2018	854
2019	368
2020	240
2021	403
2022	261
2023	389
2024	243
2025	75
2026	22

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

60% · 662 reports

Most commonly citing switch and ignition.

CRASHFIREINJURY

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I was pulling into the gas station to get some gas. I'm used to use a 2-ft drive so what I could not lift my left foot to put pressure on the brake I used my right foot.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-04-22

Also filed under Engine and exterior lighting

Power train

18% · 196 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and driveline.

CRASHFIREINJURY

Engine

15% · 169 reports

CRASHFIRE

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Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle shook and the engine sputtered. There were no warning indicators illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-22

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that smoke emitted from under the hood while driving. The vehicle was towed to the dealer to be inspected. The failure was located at the radiator fan. The vehicle was not repaired.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-03-28

Engine and engine cooling

7% · 77 reports

Most commonly citing engine and diesel.

Vehicle speed control

5% · 60 reports

CRASH

Safety timeline

7 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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2007Complaint volume 1,108 complaints filed for this model year.
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2007-02-19Service brakes, hydraulic06V493000 On certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (ABS) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.

Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the ABS electronic control unit. The recall began on February 19, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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2007-10-22Service brakes, hydraulic07V434000 On certain sport utility vehicles, the software programmed into the ABS electronic control module may allow a momentary delay in braking when coasting up a hill during certain conditions.

Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the ABS electronic control module with new software that prevents this condition free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2007. Owners may contact Chrysler at…

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2007-10-22Service brakes, hydraulic07V415000 On certain sport utility vehicles, front brake calipers in a certain lot may have been manufactured from gray iron instead of ductile iron as designed and could fracture without warning.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front brake calipers to see if they fall into this lot and, if so, will replace them free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2007. Owners may contact…

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2009-05-11Exterior lighting09E012000 Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to…

Remedy: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on May 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

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2009-10-15Suspension09E039000 Rock krawler is recalling 44 performance suspension systems sold as aftermarket equipment for use on the vehicle listed above. These suspension systems were produced with grade 2 carriage bolts…

Remedy: Rock krawler will notify owners and provide a free remedy. The safety recall began on October 15. 2008. All the affected untits have been remedied. Owners may contact rock krawler at…

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2010-11-18Audit queryClosed 2015-12-28 Fleet Vehicle Recall Completion Audit
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2013-08-15Electrical system, power train13V175000 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, through March 9, 2010; and 2006-2010 Jeep Commander vehicles…

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the final drive controller which governs the transfer case, with new software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2013. Owners may…

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2014-06-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 2014-12-23 Air Bag Non-deployment
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2015-10-09Electrical system14V438000 This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. Chrysler sent interim notifications to owners in September 2014. The recall began on October 9, 2015.

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Buy-smart checklist

2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Electrical system: 662 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 196 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 169 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 06V493000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall 07V434000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall 07V415000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall 09E012000 · Exterior lighting
Recall 09E039000 · Suspension
Recall 13V175000 · Electrical system, power train
Recall 14V438000 · Electrical system

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FAQ

Is the 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?: 7 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.