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2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee: Too new to judge

The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee has been on the road for 11 months, short of the five years we need to rate it. Owners have filed 45 complaints with NHTSA so far. That's 1.4× the rate other Grand Cherokee years drew in their first 11 months, per vehicle sold.

The biggest problem area, counting serious complaints more, is the engine (71% of complaints).

Complaint index
1.4×
partial: first 11 months
Rank
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rated after five years
Complaints
45
in 11 months so far
Recalls
6
campaigns
5th generation (WL), 2022–today · Updated September 24, 2026 · How we rate
2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit

Photo: 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit · HJUdall, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons

Problem areas

Ranked by severity-weighted complaints · share · median miles
  1. Engine71% · 32 complaints
  2. Powertrain31% · 14 complaints
  3. Fuel and propulsion13% · 6 complaints
  4. Electrical9% · 4 complaints
  5. Driver assistance9% · 4 complaints
  6. Brakes4% · 2 complaints
  7. Speed control2% · 1 complaints
  8. Body and structure2% · 1 complaints
  9. Lights2% · 1 complaints
  10. Visibility2% · 1 complaints

Bars rank problem areas by complaints weighted for severity (crashes, fires, injuries and deaths count more). A complaint can name more than one area. Mileage is reported on about half of complaints.

What owners describe

Engine

Owners of this Hurricane four-cylinder Grand Cherokee describe spark plug failures leading to misfires, rough running, stalling, and sudden power loss, sometimes while merging or braking. Many also report sluggish or delayed acceleration from a stop that they say created near-miss situations in traffic.

Warning signs:
Many report a flashing check engine light, engine shaking or vibrating, rough idling, jerking or lurching, stalling, and delayed throttle response from a stop.
What shops did:
Dealers often replaced spark plugs, sometimes citing a recall, though several owners say the shuddering, hesitation, or misfire symptoms returned or could not be duplicated.

“the vehicle failed to shift out of first gear while the engine revved to over 7,000 RPM when I left an intersection”

“Spark plug in cylinder 4 porcelain came out of the plug and resulted in damaging the pistons and valves.”

Powertrain

Owners of this model describe engine misfires, spark plug problems, transmission valve issues, and jerky, hesitant acceleration soon after purchase. Several report warning lights, stalling, or sudden power loss, with dealers replacing parts but not always resolving the issue.

Warning signs:
Owners report flashing or illuminated check engine and transmission warning lights, rough idling, engine shaking, delayed acceleration, RPM surges, and sudden stalling.
What shops did:
Dealers replaced spark plugs, batteries or transmission valve body/connector parts, sometimes awaiting manufacturer approval, though some report the problem returned or a full vehicle replacement.

“the vehicle failed to shift out of first gear while the engine revved to over 7,000 RPM when I left an intersection”

“loss of forward motion, harsh shifting, inability to shift gears while driving on the street”

Summaries are written with AI from the owner complaints shown on NHTSA's site and checked against them; quotes are word for word.

Recalls (6)

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  • NHTSA 26V559000September 2026201,975 vehicles

    Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer, 2024-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L, 2025-2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, and 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. Due to a software error, the tire pressure monitoring system may fail to detect low tire pressure and/or fail to illuminate the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System."

    Risk: A TPMS warning light that fails to notify the driver of low tire pressure increases the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Dealers will update the radio frequency hub software, free of charge.

  • NHTSA 26V529000August 202681 vehicles

    Visibility: windshield wiper/washer

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L vehicles. Due to a software issue in the body control module (BCM), the windshield wipers may fail.

    Risk: Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge.

  • NHTSA 26V531000August 2026844,027 vehicles

    Back over prevention: sensing system: camera

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, Chrysler Voyager, and 2026-2027 Chrysler Pacifica and Dodge Charger vehicles. The rearview camera image may fail to display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Risk: A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Radio software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

  • NHTSA 26V328000May 2026419,035 vehicles

    Air bags: air bag/restraint control module: software

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. A software error in the occupant restraint controller module may cause the delayed deployment of the side air bags during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."

    Risk: Delayed air bag deployment during a crash increases the risk of injury.

    Fix: Dealers will update the occupant restraint controller module software, free of charge.

  • NHTSA 25V741000October 2025320,068 vehicles

    Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery

    NHTSA advisory: park outside

    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.

    Risk: A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.

    Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed.

  • NHTSA 25V576000September 202591,787 vehicles

    Electrical system: propulsion system

    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.

    Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Dealers will update the hybrid control processer software, free of charge.

A recall only helps if the repair was done. Enter the vehicle's 17-character VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup before you buy.

Service bulletins

Jeep sent NHTSA 263 service bulletins and other notices to dealers covering the 2026 Grand Cherokee. These are repair instructions, not recalls. Warranty extensions and bulletins about its top problem areas:

  • 114283 · August 2026 · Warranty extension***Recall Completion Prior to Sale of Vehicle***
  • 114282 · August 2026 · Warranty extension***Recall Completion Prior to Sale of Vehicle***
  • 114275 · August 2026 · Warranty extensionID-26-38 Rev.
  • 114273 · August 2026 · Warranty extensionD-26-18 Rev.
  • 114236 · August 2026 · Warranty extensionDealer Incentive for the Completion of Customer Satisfaction Notice (CSN) 66D
  • 114238 · August 2026 · Warranty extensionDealer Incentive for the Completion of Customer Satisfaction Notice (CSN) 66D
  • 66D Combo Rev1 · July 2026 · Warranty extensionCUSTOMER SATISFACTION NOTIFICATION NORTH AMERICA Spark Plugs Reference: 66D The spark plugs insulator on approximately 48,000 of the above vehicles may break due to excessive cylinder pressure.
  • 112899 · June 2026 · Warranty extensionD-26-13 Rev.

All 2026 Grand Cherokee bulletins on NHTSA ›

Questions owners ask

Is the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee reliable?
The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee has been on the road for 11 months, short of the five years we need to rate it. Owners have filed 45 complaints with NHTSA so far. That's 1.4× the rate other Grand Cherokee years drew in their first 11 months, per vehicle sold. Ratings compare Grand Cherokee years with each other using complaints filed with NHTSA; they don't measure every problem owners have.
What are the most common 2026 Grand Cherokee problems?
Owners' complaints most often involve the engine (71%), the powertrain (transmission and drivetrain) (31%) and the fuel or propulsion system (13%). A complaint can name more than one area.
Has the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee been recalled?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee, the most recent in September 2026 (tires). Enter the vehicle's VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to see whether the repairs were done.

Sources

Owner complaints, recalls and manufacturer communications from NHTSA's public data files, as of September 24, 2026. Complaints are counted once each, over the model year's first 60 months on the road. UsedScore is not affiliated with NHTSA or Jeep. The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee on NHTSA.gov · How we rate