2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Electrical Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are electrical problems on the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
484 owners have reported electrical problems on the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 20% of all complaints for this year and the most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 8,000–71,000 miles. 6 recalls cover this area.
484 complaints 20% of all 2014 complaints 38,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (286 of 484). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Electrical complaints by the year the problem happened.
Electrical complaints by Grand Cherokee year
Related recalls
Cruise control may not switch off
Crash riskA 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 2018Alternator may fail suddenly, stalling engine
Can stallIn some vehicles with the 6L engine and 160 amp alternator, the alternator can fail without warning. When that happens, the engine may stall while you are driving, which raises the risk of a crash.
Fix: Your dealer will replace the alternator at no cost to you.
Recall 17V741000 · Nov 2017Alternator / generator / regulator
Fire riskThe affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail. If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge.
Recall 17V435000 · Jul 2017Alternator / generator / regulator
Can stall6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail. If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge.
Recall 14V634000 · Oct 2014Sun visor lamp wiring can short circuit
Fire riskAfter a service repair, the wiring for the sun visor vanity lamp may short circuit. A short can cause a fire, so the problem is serious.
Fix: The dealer will inspect and repair any damaged wiring and install a new sun visor that routes the wire correctly, free of charge.
Recall 14V391000 · Jul 2014Loss of ABS and stability control
Crash riskLoose alternator ground wires and a computer communication fault can cause warning lights to flicker or go dark, and can disable anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control. Without them you have less control in a skid or emergency stop, and you may not be warned of brake or other system failures, which raises the risk of a crash.
Fix: The dealer will update the ABS and instrument cluster software and tighten the alternator ground wire, free of charge.
Recall 13V483000 · Oct 2013Get an email when your 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee gets a new recall
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Other 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems
Common questions
What are common 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee electrical problems?
Complaints most often name the alternator / generator / regulator, instrument cluster / panel and wiring.
At what mileage do 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee electrical problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 8,000–71,000 miles. The middle value is about 38,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee electrical problems?
Yes: 18V332000, 17V741000, 17V435000, 14V634000, 14V391000, 13V483000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Which Grand Cherokee year has the most electrical complaints?
The 2012 Grand Cherokee, with 837 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.