2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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 | 1638 |
| 2013 | 802 |
| 2014 | 2373 |
| 2015 | 1355 |
| 2016 | 308 |
| 2017 | 364 |
| 2018 | 850 |
| 2019 | 362 |
| 2020 | 232 |
| 2021 | 401 |
| 2022 | 257 |
| 2023 | 380 |
| 2024 | 239 |
| 2025 | 69 |
| 2026 | 14 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
47% of complaints: electrical system — 376 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator and wiring.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Heated Seat element on passenger side burned through the upholstery and pant leg of passenger. Visible smoke in cabin and burn hole on seat and pant through to underpants.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240118
Also filed under SEATS
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180920
19% of complaints: service brakes — 152 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN THE STEERING FAILED AND THE BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THIS CAUSED THE CONTACT TO HAVE A HEAD ON COLLISION WITH A TREE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130516
Also filed under STEERING
ON MARCH 18, 2013 I WAS IN MY PARKING GARAGE AT THE HOSPITAL I WORK AT AND I WAS ONLY GOING ABOUT 1MPH WHEN I WENT TO PRESS THE BRAKES IT WOULDN'T STOP AT ALL I RAN RIGHT INTO THE GATE THAT OPENS THE EXIT FOR ME TO GET OUT AND DAMAGE MY FRONT END, I...
NHTSA ODI report, 20130429
13% of complaints: engine — 106 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I was on the highway and the truck escalated in speed then it would decreased In speed . (61 mph to 45-41mph. Then it decreased speed all the way to a complete stop. Then burst into flames in front of truck.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260725
Also filed under AIR BAGS and STRUCTURE
13% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 103 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
My vehicle while I am driving completely stalls on me and I have to wait at least 45 minutes to turn my vehicle on. In 2001 Jeep was forced to do a recall however the situation is still the same with the jeeps stalling.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240711
7% of complaints: seats — 57 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing head restraint.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH NO OTHER ISSUES WHEN PASSENGER'S FRONT HEADREST RESTRAINT SYSTEM DEPLOYED ON PASSENGERS HEAD. CAR HAS ONLY 24000 MILES ON IT, ALWAYS GARAGED, NEVER IN A COLLISION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180615
SAFETY TIMELINE
Headliner Fires
Headliner Fires
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 11, 2011, through October 1, 2012.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ABS module software, free of charge. The recall began on April 3, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number associated with this recall is P05.
Campaign 14V104000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured from January 5, 2010, through September 8, 2013.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a water diverter shield to the booster after the booster has been tested to confirm it can hold an acceptable amount of vacuum pressure.
Campaign 14V154000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 5, 2010, through December 11, 2013.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair any damaged wiring, and install a new sun visor that properly routes the wire, free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 14V391000 — check if this car was fixed
Totally Integrated Power Module Failure
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine...
Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P60.
Campaign 14V634000 — check if this car was fixed
Post 14V-391 Headliner Fires
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured September 17, 2010, to August 19, 2013, and equipped with a 3.6, 5.7 or 6.4 liter engine, and 2012-2013 Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured...
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump relay with one external to the TIPM. The recall began on August 7, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R09.
Campaign 15V115000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured December 3, 2009, to September 1, 2012.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealer will install clearance for sun visor wiring, protection from sharp edges, and replace the sun visor, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2016.
Campaign 15V879000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster shield, correcting the installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November10, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 17V572000 — check if this car was fixed
Accessible Technologies, Inc. (ATI) is recalling certain ProCharger Superchargers, model numbers AB037A-100, AB037A-100P, and A037A-100B, sold for installation on 2012-2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 and SRT vehicles.
Remedy: ATI will notify owners and will replace the supercharger brackets, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2017. Owners may contact ATI customer service at 1-913-338-2886.
Campaign 17E061000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2018.
Campaign 17V435000 — check if this car was fixed
Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6, 5.7, or 6.4 liter engine and previously recalled under NHTSA Recall 14V530 or 15V115.
Remedy: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) will replace the affected fuel pump relay and related wire harness. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed beginning December 19, 2019.
Campaign 19V813000 — check if this car was fixed
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (376 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (152 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (106 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 14V104000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V154000 (service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V391000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V634000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V115000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V879000 (electrical system, interior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V572000 (service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17E061000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V435000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V813000 (electrical system) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
10 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.