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2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Problems

What owners have reported about the 2015 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 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee a good year?

It's one of the worst years for the Grand Cherokee. Owners have filed 1,365 complaints with NHTSA, the 4th most of 19 Grand Cherokee model years. The most reported problems involve the transmission, seats and engine.

1,365 complaints 10 recalls, 1 fire risk 4th worst of 19 Grand Cherokee years

Top 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems

1

Transmission problems

353 complaints (26%) name the transmission, most often the automatic transmission and gear position indication (PRNDL).

Complaints 353 · Usually at 5,000–44,000 miles · Recall 16V240000

2

Seat problems

315 complaints (23%) name the seats, most often the head restraint and seat heater / cooler.

Complaints 315 · Usually at 50,000–82,000 miles

3

Engine problems

221 complaints (16%) name the engine, most often the emission control and oil cooler.

Complaints 221 · Usually at 35,000–104,000 miles · Recall 23V411000, 20V699000, 20V475000, 17E061000

4

Electrical problems

138 complaints (10%) name the electrical system, most often the horn.

Complaints 138 · Usually at 4,000–62,000 miles · Recall 18V332000

Which parts fail most

Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.

Seats 23%
Engine 16%
Unknown or Other 14%
Airbags 8%
Seat Belts 4%
Acceleration 4%
Steering 3%

Mileage when it failed

Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (803 of 1,365). The amber line is the middle value, about 41,000 miles.

When problems were reported

Complaints by the year the problem happened.

2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls

Engine

Can stall

0L Diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion, free of charge. This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-475.

Recall 23V411000 · Jun 2023

Fuel pump

Can stall

0L diesel engines. A high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure may introduce internal debris into the fuel system, potentially resulting in fuel starvation. Fuel starvation may result in an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the HPFP, and inspect and replace, if necessary, additional fuel system components, free of charge.

Recall 22V406000 · Jun 2022

Gas recirculation valve (EGR VALVE)

Fire risk

0L EcoDiesel engines. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system. This mixture may combust inside the intake manifold. Combustion in the intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EGR cooler, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect and, as necessary, replace the intake manifold.

Recall 20V699000 · Nov 2020

Diesel

Can stall

0L diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion by reading the camshaft position signal in the event that the crankshaft position signal is lost, free of charge.

Recall 20V475000 · Aug 2020

Wiring, Cruise control

These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating. If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed.

Recall 18V332000 · May 2018

Turbo / supercharger

The supercharger mounting bracket may contact and damage the ABS line, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak. A brake fluid leak may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: ATI will notify owners and will replace the supercharger brackets, free of charge.

Recall 17E061000 · Oct 2017

Control module (TCM / PCM / TECM)

The affected vehicles, equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and a monostable gear selector, may not adequately warn the driver when driver's door is opened and the vehicle is not in PARK, allowing them to exit the vehicle while the vehicle is still in gear. Drivers thinking that their vehicle's transmission is in the PARK position may be struck by the vehicle and injured if they attempt to get out of the vehicle while the engine is running and the parking brake is not engaged.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software to mitigate the risk of vehicle rollaway, free of charge. Note: On October 19, 2016 Chrysler identified some previously repaired vehicles did not receive the complete software updates.

Recall 16V240000 · Apr 2016

Caliper

In the affected vehicles, the left front brake caliper may crack due to being made from an incorrect material. A cracked brake caliper may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front left brake caliper and depending on its casting date, replace it, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on May 12, 2016.

Recall 16V168000 · Mar 2016

Rear

The affected vehicles may be equipped with rear lower control arms that may have been incorrectly heat treated. This may cause the rear lower control arm to fracture. If the rear lower control arm fractures it may result in a change in ride height, loss of rear end stability, and reduced braking capabilities, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the lower control arms, free of charge. Note: This supersedes Recall No.

Recall 15V469000 · Jul 2015

Radio / tape deck / cd etc.

The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems. Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge. Optionally, owners may download the update to their own USB drive from http://www.driveuconnect.com/software-update/ or take their vehicle to a Chrysler dealer for immediate installation.

Recall 15V461000 · Jul 2015
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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.

2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems by system

Common questions

Is the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee a reliable year?

It's one of the worst years for the Grand Cherokee. Owners have filed 1,365 complaints with NHTSA, the 4th most of 19 Grand Cherokee model years. The most reported problems involve the transmission, seats and engine.

What are the most common 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems?

Owners most often report problems with the transmission, seats, engine and electrical system. 353 complaints (26%) name the transmission, most often the automatic transmission and gear position indication (PRNDL).

At what mileage do 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee transmission problems start?

Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 5,000–44,000 miles, with a middle value near 13,000 miles.

How many recalls does the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?

10. Engine (23V411000); Fuel pump (22V406000); Gas recirculation valve (EGR VALVE) (20V699000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.

Should I buy a used 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Ask for service records covering the transmission, 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.