2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Problems
What owners have reported about the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
Is the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee a good year?
It's one of the worst years for the Grand Cherokee. Owners have filed 1,640 complaints with NHTSA, the 3rd most of 19 Grand Cherokee model years. The most reported problems involve the electrical system, engine and brakes.
1,640 complaints 6 recalls, 2 fire risk 3rd worst of 19 Grand Cherokee years
Top 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems
Electrical problems
780 complaints (48%) name the electrical system, most often the alternator / generator / regulator and switch.
Engine problems
358 complaints (22%) name the engine, most often the fan.
Brake problems
330 complaints (20%) name the brakes, most often the pads and rotor.
Fuel system problems
283 complaints (17%) name the fuel system, most often the fuel pump.
Which parts fail most
Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (1,157 of 1,640). The amber line is the middle value, about 64,000 miles.
When problems were reported
Complaints by the year the problem happened.
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls
Electrical
Can stall6, 5.7, or 6.4 liter engine and previously recalled under NHTSA Recall 14V530 or 15V115. The fuel pump relay inside the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM-7) may fail, causing the vehicle to stall without warning. A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) will replace the affected fuel pump relay and related wire harness. Vehicles that experience a fuel pump failure will receive an interim repair.
Recall 19V813000 · Nov 2019Power assist
Can stallThe affected vehicles had brake booster shields installed under a previous campaign to prevent water from entering the brake booster and limiting braking ability. This recall is to verify that the brake booster shield installation was performed properly. If the brake booster shield was not installed properly, the vehicle's braking ability may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster shield, correcting the installation as necessary, free of charge.
Recall 17V572000 · Sep 2017Wiring
Fire riskIn the affected vehicles, the wiring for the vanity lamp in the sun visor may short circuit, after having been remedied for a prior recall for the vanity lamp wiring. This recall is also addressing certain vehicles that have not been remedied under that prior recall. The vanity lamp wiring may short, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
Fix: 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.
Recall 15V879000 · Dec 2015Electrical
Can stall6L or 5.7L engine. In the affected vehicles, the fuel pump relay inside the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM-7) may fail, causing the vehicle to stall without warning. A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump relay with one external to the TIPM, free of charge. Note: This recall has been superseded by recall 19V813.
Recall 14V530000 · Sep 2014Wiring
Fire riskIn the affected vehicles, the wiring for the vanity lamp in the sun visor may short circuit, after a service repair is performed. If the vanity lamp wiring shorts, there is an increased risk of fire.
Fix: 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.
Recall 14V391000 · Jul 2014Vacuum
The subject vehicles have a brake booster with a center shell that may corrode and allow water to get inside. The water inside could freeze and limit the braking ability of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. If the booster inspection confirms an unacceptable loss of vacuum pressure, the booster will be replaced.
Recall 14V154000 · Apr 2014Get an email when your 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee gets a new recall
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Grand Cherokee years to avoid
Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems by system
Common questions
Is the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee a reliable year?
It's one of the worst years for the Grand Cherokee. Owners have filed 1,640 complaints with NHTSA, the 3rd most of 19 Grand Cherokee model years. The most reported problems involve the electrical system, engine and brakes.
What are the most common 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems?
Owners most often report problems with the electrical system, engine, brakes and fuel system. 780 complaints (48%) name the electrical system, most often the alternator / generator / regulator and switch.
At what mileage do 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee electrical system problems start?
Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 43,000–94,000 miles, with a middle value near 63,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
6. Electrical (19V813000); Power assist (17V572000); Wiring (15V879000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Should I buy a used 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Ask for service records covering the electrical system, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2026, 2025 and 2010 models, which have the fewest complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.