CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 10 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1,644 complaints with NHTSA, including 46 crashes, 105 fires, 35 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (840 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 4 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls
Fuel Pump Relay Can Fail and Stall Engine Without Warning
The fuel pump relay inside the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM-7) may fail, which can cause the engine to stall without warning.
Brake booster shield may be improperly installed, reducing braking
Some 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles previously had a brake booster shield installed to keep water out of the brake booster.
Alternator May Fail Suddenly, Causing Stalls or Fire
Certain vehicles with electro-hydraulic power steering and a 3.6L or 5.7L engine, equipped with a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator, may have an alternator that suddenly fails.
Sun Visor Vanity Lamp Wiring Can Short and Cause a Fire
The wiring for the vanity lamp in the sun visor may short circuit in certain vehicles built between December 2009 and September 2012.
Fuel Pump Relay Can Fail, Causing Sudden Stalling
The fuel pump relay inside the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM-7) can fail in certain 2012-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles.
Most common 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems
Problem areas named in the 1,644 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 840 |
| Engine | 285 |
| Service Brakes | 278 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 216 |
| Unknown Or Other | 120 |
| Steering | 103 |
| Power Train | 102 |
| Air Bags | 43 |
| Exterior Lighting | 35 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 35 |
What owners report
The engine / power cuts off with no warning causing steering to lock up to left & brakes lock up causing the vehicle to veer to the left and unable to use brake to stop vehicle. Happens randomly while driving which makes it unsafe to operate to drive.
The alternator failed. It was the Safety Recall P60 (NHTSA 14V-634) remedy alternator, installed by an authorized FCA dealer when the recall was completed on 08/30/2021, as FCA confirmed in writing. On 09/24/2026, at 41,275 miles, the vehicle had no electrical power and would not start. An independent New York State registered repair facility diagnosed the failure as "no power," "not starting," and "bad alternator (burning)," and replaced the alternator assembly the same day. The remedy alternator failed about 5 years after installation. The vehicle averages under 3,000 miles per year. The mileage at installation is in FCA's records and is UNKNOWN to me. Safety risk: the P60 recall states
Recall R71 was marked as completed on this vehicle, but the headliner caught fire exactly as described in the original defect narrative. SUV caught fire, blew up and took out four other vehicles and a parking structure.
Hereâs the final version of your NHTSA complaint text â rewritten for clarity, precision, and compliance. You can copy and paste this directly into the âDescription of the Problemâ box on the NHTSA form.Recall Number: V62 â Fuel Pump RelayMy Jeep is under recall V62 for the fuel pump relay. Stellantis confirmed that the recall is active and that the remedy is listed as âavailableâ in their system.However, Stellantis has not provided the recall repair. The recall agent told me: ⢠âIf the part is discontinued, you will be looking for an aftermarket part.â ⢠âI cannot look [up discontinuation] in my system.â ⢠âWe need to hear it from the dealership.â ⢠âWe c
My 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee suddenly was stalling, and would not re-start, especially when turning the steering. AAA Tech diagnosed as High Diode Ripple Voltage in the Alternator, damaging the Battery. Needed to Replace both Alternator and Battery at a cost of $1068. Car was recalled under T36, and the repair has a repeat failure again. Jeep Declined to repair or re-imburse the repair costs. More importantly its still a major safety issue, and Jeep is failing their legal obligation to provide a permanent fix, not a temporary fix.
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV 4WD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (16.8% rollover risk) |
| 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV 2WD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 3 (20.7% rollover risk) |
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee questions
Does the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls for the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee: Fuel Pump Relay Can Fail and Stall Engine Without Warning; Brake booster shield may be improperly installed, reducing braking; Alternator May Fail Suddenly, Causing Stalls or Fire; Sun Visor Vanity Lamp Wiring Can Short and Cause a Fire; Fuel Pump Relay Can Fail, Causing Sudden Stalling. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Based on 1,644 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (840), Engine (285), Service Brakes (278).
How safe is the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee up to 4 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.