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2015 Jeep Cherokee Acceleration Problems

From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.

How common are acceleration problems on the 2015 Jeep Cherokee?

120 owners have reported acceleration problems on the 2015 Jeep Cherokee, 7% of all complaints for this year and the 5th most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 4,000–50,000 miles. 1 recall covers this area.

120 complaints 7% of all 2015 complaints 19,000 miles typical

Which parts fail

The specific part named in each complaint.

Accelerator pedal 1

Mileage when it failed

Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (88 of 120). The amber line is the middle value.

When problems were reported

Acceleration complaints by the year the problem happened.

Acceleration complaints by Cherokee year

2015 Cherokee 120
2016 Cherokee 76
2017 Cherokee 60
2018 Cherokee 20
2019 Cherokee 83
2020 Cherokee 8
2021 Cherokee 2
2022 Cherokee 1

Related recalls

Cruise control may not switch off

Crash risk

A short in the wiring can keep the cruise control engaged even when you press the brake or turn the system off, so the car may hold its speed or speed up. This raises the risk of a crash, so stop using cruise control until the repair is done.

Fix: The dealer will update the engine or powertrain control software at no charge.

Recall 18V332000 · May 2018
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Other 2015 Jeep Cherokee problems

Common questions

What are common 2015 Jeep Cherokee acceleration problems?

Complaints most often name the accelerator pedal.

At what mileage do 2015 Jeep Cherokee acceleration problems happen?

Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 4,000–50,000 miles. The middle value is about 19,000 miles.

Is there a recall for 2015 Jeep Cherokee acceleration problems?

Yes: 18V332000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.

Which Cherokee year has the most acceleration complaints?

The 2014 Cherokee, with 185 complaints.

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.