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2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Engine Problems

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

How common are engine problems on the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

110 owners have reported engine problems on the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 14% of all complaints for this year and the 4th most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 34,000–93,000 miles. 1 recall covers this area.

110 complaints 14% of all 2013 complaints 75,000 miles typical

Which parts fail

The specific part named in each complaint.

Radiator assembly 1

Mileage when it failed

Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (76 of 110). The amber line is the middle value.

When problems were reported

Engine complaints by the year the problem happened.

Engine complaints by Grand Cherokee year

2009 Grand Cherokee 27
2010 Grand Cherokee 24
2013 Grand Cherokee 110
2016 Grand Cherokee 84
2019 Grand Cherokee 69
2020 Grand Cherokee 56
2021 Grand Cherokee 62
2022 Grand Cherokee 50
2023 Grand Cherokee 85
2025 Grand Cherokee 21
2026 Grand Cherokee 17

Related recalls

Supercharger bracket can damage brake line

Crash risk

The supercharger mounting bracket may rub against and damage the ABS brake line, which can cause a brake fluid leak. Losing brake fluid can make the car take longer to stop and raise the risk of a crash.

Fix: The dealer will replace the supercharger brackets free of charge.

Recall 17E061000 · Oct 2017
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Other 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems

Common questions

What are common 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee engine problems?

Complaints most often name the radiator assembly.

At what mileage do 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee engine problems happen?

Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 34,000–93,000 miles. The middle value is about 75,000 miles.

Is there a recall for 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee engine problems?

Yes: 17E061000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.

Which Grand Cherokee year has the most engine complaints?

The 2014 Grand Cherokee, with 447 complaints.

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