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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 3 |
| 1993 | 562 |
| 1994 | 609 |
| 1995 | 723 |
| 1996 | 893 |
| 1997 | 991 |
| 1998 | 1028 |
| 1999 | 1638 |
| 2000 | 1447 |
| 2001 | 883 |
| 2002 | 1476 |
| 2003 | 762 |
| 2004 | 1294 |
| 2005 | 2051 |
| 2006 | 1280 |
| 2007 | 1108 |
| 2008 | 733 |
| 2009 | 138 |
| 2010 | 117 |
| 2011 | 1639 |
| 2012 | 1640 |
| 2013 | 802 |
| 2014 | 2374 |
| 2015 | 1355 |
| 2016 | 308 |
| 2017 | 364 |
| 2018 | 853 |
| 2019 | 364 |
| 2020 | 237 |
| 2021 | 401 |
| 2022 | 260 |
| 2023 | 383 |
| 2024 | 240 |
| 2025 | 72 |
| 2026 | 18 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
35% of complaints: electrical system — 48 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing switch and horn.
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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, 20250530
WIN Module failure
NHTSA ODI report, 20250114
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, 20100409
17% of complaints: power train — 23 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
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NHTSA ODI report, 20220423
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, 20130810
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, 20090716
16% of complaints: engine — 22 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 12 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY9% of complaints: air bags — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing sensor/control module.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
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. T
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 1-
Campaign 09V118000 — check if this car was fixed
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 INSTE
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 1-518-270-98
Campaign 09E039000 — check if this car was fixed
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 manufa
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 c
Campaign 13V175000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (48 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (22 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 09V118000 (air bags, electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09E039000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V175000 (electrical system, power train) has been completed.
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FAQ
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 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.