2010 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.
39% of complaints: electrical system — 46 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing ignition.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
TAKATA RECALL VEHICLE WILL START INTERMITTENTLY GETTING WORSE, I HAVE REPLACED THE BATTERY AND THE STARTER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20181101
Also filed under ENGINE
19% of complaints: power train — 22 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
VEHICLE SHIFTED FROM NEUTRAL AND ACCELERATED STRIKING THE SIDE OF THE GARAGE. PARKING BRAKES WOULD NOT ENGAGE, CAUSING SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE AND GARAGE. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130523
Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES and VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
18% of complaints: engine — 21 distinct reports on file.
CRASH10% of complaints: service brakes — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH9% of complaints: air bags — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH IN THE RAIN, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED TO COME ON.
NHTSA ODI report, 20100709
Also filed under VISIBILITY
2010 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE INVOLVED IN FRONT-END CRASH AT OVER 35 MPH. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20100701
The Air Bag warning light came on after we got an oil change for our car.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240825
SAFETY TIMELINE
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 22 THROUGH NOVEMBER 12, 2009. THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG MAY NOT PROPERLY DEPLOY THROUGH
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TOP COVER OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE CAMPAIGN IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN IN DECEMBER 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 09V454000 — check if this car was fixed
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING; DODGE AVENGER AND NITRO; JEEP LIBERTY, COMMANDER AND GRAND CHEROKEE; AND MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 DODGE RAM TRUCK. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE
Remedy: CHRYSLER WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE BOOSTER INPUT ROD RETAINING CLIP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 10V009000 — check if this car was fixed
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2010 JEEP COMMANDER AND GRAND CHEROKEE VEHICLES. THEY MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED REAR TRACK BAR.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR TRACK BAR BUSHING RETAINING HOOP AND REPLACE THE REAR TRACK BAR IF ANY ARE FOUND TO BE MIS-POSITIONED. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2010. OWNERS
Campaign 10V085000 — check if this car was fixed
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 CHRYSLER 300, DODGE CHALLENGER, CHARGER, JEEP COMMANDER, GRAND CHEROKEE AND DODGE RAM VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A WIRELESS IGNITI
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE WIN MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE AUGUST 23, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 10V200000 — 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
2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (46 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (22 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (21 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 09V454000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V009000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V085000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V200000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V175000 (electrical system, power train) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
5 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.