Fifth generation (WL) · first-year watch
2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee, day 209
- 22complaints since Mar 7, 2026
- 6recalls
- 0involved a crash
Newest report Sep 23, 2026 · checked Oct 2, 2026
Changed since August
- 7 new complaints in September, mostly about engine, electrical and fuel and propulsion.
- Recall 26V-559 on tires, filed Sep 1, 2026.
- Nothing filed yet on sticky steering, transmission failure, engine failure or fire.
- 41st most complaints of the 79 2026 models on this site.
What's been reported
NHTSA's own component codes. One report can cite several.
- Engine14
- Transmission and drivetrain8
- Fuel and propulsion3
- Electrical3
- Other2
- Structure1
- Brakes1
- Parking Brake1
Problems so far
- Check engine light or misfire 7 reports
- Engine stalls or loses power while driving 5 reports
Recent reports
“This engine does not run smoothly, it jerks coming out of a stop so there is delayed acceleration and it jerks every time you change gears. So I am almost rear ended at every stop light and stop sign. It also can lose acceleration or fail to accelerate on highways.”
Filed Aug 27, 2026
“After 3 months and less than 800 miles the service transmission light came on. While driving to the dealership, the engine light came on, followed by bells and buzzers. The dealership said our transmission valve connector was defective. Itâs been there 2 weeks still waiting for the part to come in. We paid nearly 70 thousand for this vehicle and now thereâs a transmission issue”
Filed Jun 16, 2026
“Heavy vibration of entire vehicle when in reverse. Occasional lack of power when accelerating. Issues with the transmission occasionally failing to shift gears.”
Filed Mar 7, 2026
At a glance
- Next to the 2024
- The 2026 is too new for a fair per-year comparison. It has 22 complaints so far; the 2024, on sale longer, has 242.
- Top problem
- Misfire leads with 7 of the 22 complaints (32%), ahead of stalling at 5. Too few of the misfire reports give a mileage to say when it starts.
- Crash, fire and injury reports
- None of the 22 complaints reports a crash, a fire or an injury.
- Recalls behind the top problems
- 6 recalls are on file, but no problem here has enough reports to set against them.
- When owners filed
- Every complaint so far came in during 2026.
Service bulletins for the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Jeep filed 251 bulletins and other notices with NHTSA that list the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 11 of them deal with a problem owners have reported on this car, 1 of those a warranty extension. Newest first.
Federal rules make a manufacturer send NHTSA a copy of any notice about a defect that goes to more than one dealer or owner. Most of these are service bulletins, the repair instructions manufacturers send to dealers. NHTSA generally leaves safety recall bulletins out of this file, and recalls are listed separately.
Check engine light or misfire 11 bulletins · 7 complaints
Umbrella Valve Seal Missing From Cylinder Head Cover Vehicle may exhibit a MIL-ON. SYMPTOM: Upon inspection the technician may find that one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have set: ● P0300-00 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire ...
Incorrect Fuel Tank Installed Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ● P062A-00 - Fuel Pump "A" Control Circuit Range/Performance.
9 more on this problem
Umbrella Valve Seal Missing From Cylinder Vehicle may exhibit a MIL-ON. SYMPTOM: Upon inspection the technician may find that one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have set: ● P0300-00 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected.
Umbrella Valve Seal Missing From Cylinder Head Cover Customer may experience a MIL-ON and/or an indication of low engine oil level. SYMPTOM: Upon inspection the technician may find the following: 1.
Potential Engine Oil Overfill Customers may comment on the following: SYMPTOM: ● Misfires or sluggish engine performance. This bulletin involves inspecting the engine oil level and possibly performing an engine oil change.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) With Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0607 Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ● P0607-00 - ECU ...
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION NOTIFICATION NORTH AMERICA Spark Plugs Reference: 66D The spark plugs insulator on approximately 48,000 of the above vehicles may break due to excessive cylinder pressure. This pressure can cause the spark plug's ceramic insulator to crack, leading to a rough-running engine.
Spark Plugs The spark plugs insulator on approximately 48,000 of the above vehicles may break due to excessive cylinder pressure. This pressure can cause the spark plug's ceramic insulator to crack, leading to a rough running engine.
Engine Runs Rough Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle may SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ● P0300-00 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected.
Fuel Delivery Module Before replacing the fuel module for DTCs P0461 and P062A and other not start, long crank, fuel gauge accuracy and drivability issues, the technician should disconnect the electrical connector at the pump and perform a visual inspection ...
Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ● **P0111-00 - Intake Air ...
Recalls
Whether your car is included depends on its VIN. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer, 2024-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L, 2025-2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, and 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. Due to a software error, the tire pressure monitoring system may fail to detect low tire pressure and/or fail to illuminate the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System."
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Dealers will update the radio frequency hub software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 54D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 9, 2026.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L vehicles. Due to a software issue in the body control module (BCM), the windshield wipers may fail.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 77D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, Chrysler Voyager, and 2026-2027 Chrysler Pacifica and Dodge Charger vehicles. The rearview camera image may fail to display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Radio software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 78D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. A software error in the occupant restraint controller module may cause the delayed deployment of the side air bags during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Dealers will update the occupant restraint controller module software, free of charge. Some owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 18, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 01D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4Xe and 2022-2026 Grand Cherokee 4Xe vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will update the high voltage battery software, and replace the high voltage battery, as necessary, free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 17, 2025. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a later date. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 68C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 6, 2025. Vehicles that were previously recalled for the same issue under NHTSA Recalls 24V720 and 23V787 will need to have the new remedy performed.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. A software error within the hybrid control processor may result in a loss of drive power.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Dealers will update the hybrid control processer software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 73C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 11, 2025.
All 6 recalls on the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee, with the owner complaints on each recalled system
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The log
Complaints by the month NHTSA received them, newest first. Blue bars mark a month with a recall or an investigation.
Questions
What is the most common problem on the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Misfire, with 7 of the 22 complaints.
How many 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee complaints involve a crash, fire or injury?
None of the 22 complaints reports one.
Is there a recall for misfire on the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
No recall on file for the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee is on the same system as misfire. Another recall may still cover your car, so check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.