Jeep Grand Cherokee Years to Avoid
Every Grand Cherokee model year ranked by owner complaints filed with NHTSA, with recalls and the top problem for each year.
Updated Oct 16, 2026.
Which Grand Cherokee years should you avoid?
The 2014, 2012 and 2011 Grand Cherokee have the most NHTSA complaints. Adjusted for how long each year has been on the road, the 2010, 2009 and 2016 models have the fewest problems.
Complaints by model year
Total complaints. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing.
Every year at a glance
| Year | Complaints | Per year | Recalls | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 25 | 25 | 6 | Engine |
| 2025 | 76 | 38 | 4 | Electrical |
| 2024 | 249 | 83 | 16 | Electrical |
| 2023 | 397 | 99 | 21 | Electrical |
| 2022 | 263 | 53 | 13 | Electrical |
| 2021 | 408 | 68 | 12 | Electrical |
| 2020 | 240 | 34 | 3 | Electrical |
| 2019 | 370 | 46 | 7 | Brakes |
| 2018 | 855 | 95 | 11 | Electrical |
| 2017 | 364 | 36 | 6 | Engine |
| 2016 | 311 | 28 | 9 | Engine |
| 2015 | 1,365 | 114 | 10 | Transmission |
| 2014 | 2,380 | 183 | 19 | Electrical |
| 2013 | 804 | 57 | 10 | Electrical |
| 2012 | 1,644 | 110 | 11 | Electrical |
| 2011 | 1,640 | 103 | 6 | Electrical |
| 2010 | 118 | 7 | 5 | Electrical |
| 2009 | 138 | 8 | 3 | Electrical |
| 2008 | 734 | 39 | 5 | Electrical |
"Per year" divides complaints by the years since that model year went on sale, so new and old years compare fairly. Highlighted rows have the most complaints.
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Common questions
What is the worst year for the Jeep Grand Cherokee?
The 2014 Grand Cherokee, with 2,380 complaints. Its most reported problem area is the electrical.
What is the best year for the Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Among years with at least three years of owner reports, the 2010 Grand Cherokee has the fewest complaints per year on the road.
Which Jeep Grand Cherokee years should I avoid?
Be most careful with the 2014, 2012 and 2011 models. Check service records and recall work before buying.