2025 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.
42% of complaints: electrical system — 30 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing propulsion system.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
brand new 2025 jeep grand Cherokee less than 3 weeks old - I just got into an accident last night on the freeway my car began to decelerate and accelerator completely stopped working.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250411
Also filed under FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE and SERVICE BRAKES
There is a serious malfunction between the hybrid and electric systems. The engine is making a loud noise, and neither the hybrid nor electric mode functions properly. In addition, the fuel and oil refresh warning remains on, even after refueling.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260723
Also filed under ENGINE and POWER TRAIN
blackout on the radio cluster, and dashboard instrument cluster intermittently goes completely black while I am driving and sometimes it just keep blinking off and on.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260708
Also filed under STEERING and WHEELS
28% of complaints: engine — 20 distinct reports on file.
17% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
CRASH INJURY15% of complaints: power train — 11 distinct reports on file.
15% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 11 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. A software error within the hybrid control processor may result in a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will update the hybrid control processer software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 73C.
Campaign 25V576000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4Xe and 2022-2026 Grand Cherokee 4Xe vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will update the high voltage battery software, and replace the high voltage battery, as necessary, free of charge.
Campaign 25V741000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will update the occupant restraint controller module software, free of charge. Some owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 18, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403.
Campaign 26V328000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (30 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (20 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 25V576000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V741000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V328000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2025 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.