2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
This year had at least 30% fewer 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.
- Complaints
- 138
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Electrical system
Campaigns on file for 2009
None on file
35% of complaints
Complaints per year
2009: 138 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 | 2,052 |
| 2006 | 1,280 |
| 2007 | 1,108 |
| 2008 | 734 |
| 2009 | 138 |
| 2010 | 118 |
| 2011 | 1,640 |
| 2012 | 1,644 |
| 2013 | 805 |
| 2014 | 2,382 |
| 2015 | 1,366 |
| 2016 | 310 |
| 2017 | 364 |
| 2018 | 854 |
| 2019 | 368 |
| 2020 | 241 |
| 2021 | 407 |
| 2022 | 268 |
| 2023 | 402 |
| 2024 | 253 |
| 2025 | 79 |
| 2026 | 31 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Electrical system
35% · 48 reportsMost commonly citing switch and horn.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact attempted to put the key into ignition; however, the key was inoperative.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-05-30
WIN Module failure
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-01-14
Most of the time the horn will not sound. You have to pound on it many many times for it to sound. By that time the emergency is past. Jeep has said it is the same on all 2009 jeeps.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-04-09
Power train
17% · 23 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Gcc
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-04-23
Also filed under Air bags and suspension
While attempting to park vehicle, with only brake being applied, and motor allowed to idle, vehicle accelerated. All attempts to stop vehicle by hard application of foot brake failed, and vehicle collided with a building.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-08-10
Also filed under Vehicle speed control and fuel/propulsion system
Tl*the contact owns a 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Ever since the vehicle was purchased, it rolls backwards when placed into drive. The vehicle has been to the dealer four times, but they could not diagnose the cause of the failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-07-16
Engine
16% · 22 reportsVehicle speed control
9% · 12 reportsAir bags
9% · 12 reportsMost commonly citing sensor/control module.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2009-06-01Air bags, electrical system09V118000 Chrysler is recalling 4,314 my 2009 Dodge journey, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Commander and Wrangler vehicles. Wiring may be reversed on the steering column control module driver airbag squib connector.…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the driver's airbag squib wires and replace the steering column control module free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during May 2009. Owners may contact Chrysler at…
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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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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…
Buy-smart checklist
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 48 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 23 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 22 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 09V118000 · Air bags, electrical system
- Recall 09E039000 · Suspension
- Recall 13V175000 · Electrical system, power train
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- Is the 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.