CarRecallWatchThe 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 370 complaints with NHTSA, including 17 crashes, 4 fires, 10 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (84 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 5 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls
ABS Fault Can Allow Rollaway and Disable Stability Control
A malfunction in the antilock brake system (ABS) module can incorrectly turn on the brake lights and disable the ABS and electronic stability control.
Engine May Stall Due to Failing Crankshaft Sensor Part
A part called the crankshaft position sensor tone wheel can delaminate, which may cause the engine to lose its ability to synchronize fuel injector pulses and camshaft timing.
Fuel pump failure can cause sudden loss of engine power
This recall covers certain diesel-engine vehicles with a 3.0L engine in which the high pressure fuel pump can fail and send internal debris through the fuel system.
ABS Module Fault Can Let Vehicle Roll Away From Park
A malfunction in the antilock brake system (ABS) module can falsely read pressure in the primary brake circuit.
EGR cooler may crack, risking an intake fire
Certain Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles with the 3.0L EcoDiesel engine may have an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler that cracks.
Rearview Camera Image May Stay On After Reverse
A software error can cause the rearview camera image to stay on the radio display after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse.
Front differential may wear out, causing sudden power loss
The front differential in certain vehicles may have been built with pinion gears that are not hardened enough.
Most common 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems
Problem areas named in the 370 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 84 |
| Unknown Or Other | 76 |
| Engine | 64 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 64 |
| Service Brakes | 49 |
| Power Train | 47 |
| Air Bags | 20 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 15 |
| Steering | 14 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 14 |
What owners report
On XXX, I brought my 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee to Elmwood Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram for the federal safety recall 24V-838 (FCA 94B) on the ABS module/hydraulic control unit. I picked the vehicle up on the night of XXX with no issues reported by the dealer. On XXX, after running errands and parking in my driveway, I restarted the car and stepped back inside briefly. When I returned, every dashboard warning light was blinking and the vehicle displayed a cascade of false error messages â that it was not in Park, to check the transmission, to check the starter, and to pull over and stop. The vehicle then shut down completely and would not restart. It was completely undrivable. A tow company techn
Same incident as service bulletin 21-006-14
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine temperature gauge was excessively high. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, and the water pump, spark plugs, ignition coils, intake manifold gasket, and fuel filler neck were replaced. However, after the parts were replaced, the failure persisted. The vehicle was returned to the dealer and was diagnosed with a blown head gasket. The failure mileage was 50,000.
The dashboard screen is delaminating allowing it to malfunction and makes it difficult to connect phones or other equipment needed to operate the car safely. Jeep is saying it's not under warranty or official recall despite many others reporting the same issues online.
Service engine light came on and code read misfire. Tech said that ignition coil one needs replaced and it needed a tune up. They replaced all ignition coils, spark plugs and intake manifold gasket with tune up. Tech said that coolant looked low and checked the reservoir. He said there's a lot of chunks and dried out looking coolant in the reservoir. Recommended a coolant flush at the dealership. Tune up cost almost 1000 dollars. A few days later my teenage son was driving on the highway at 70 mph and out of nowhere a engine overheating warning flashed and the temperature went all the way up and then down and back and forth. My son had to try and get pulled off of the busy highway while over
2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV 2WD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 3 (20.4% rollover risk) |
| 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (16.9% rollover risk) |
2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee questions
Does the 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee: ABS Fault Can Allow Rollaway and Disable Stability Control; Engine May Stall Due to Failing Crankshaft Sensor Part; Fuel pump failure can cause sudden loss of engine power; ABS Module Fault Can Let Vehicle Roll Away From Park; EGR cooler may crack, risking an intake fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Based on 370 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (84), Unknown Or Other (76), Engine (64).
How safe is the 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee up to 5 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2019 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.