2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 9 recalls, 1364 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
Recalls
9 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment Vehicle recall #15V461000 · 2015 · 1,416,903 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.
Why it matters: Exploitation of the software vulnerability May result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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…
Suspension Vehicle recall #15V469000 · 2015 · 5,492 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began July 29, 2015.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #16V168000 · 2016 · 21,183 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the left front brake caliper May crack due to being made from an incorrect material.
Why it matters: A cracked brake caliper May lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #16V240000 · 2016 · 811,290 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software to mitigate the risk of vehicle rollaway, free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2016.
Electrical, Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #18V332000 · 2018 · 4,815,661 vehicles
What's wrong: 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…
Why it matters: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The 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. The recall began June 4, 2018.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #20V475000 · 2020 · 58,016 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The 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. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #20V699000 · 2020 · 28,884 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: Combustion in the intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
The 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. Parts are not currently available. Owners were mailed an interim notification on December 21, 2021. A second notification will be mailed…
Fuel system (diesel) Vehicle recall #22V406000 · 2022 · 138,645 vehicles
What's wrong: 0l diesel engines. A high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) failure May introduce internal debris into the fuel system, potentially resulting in fuel starvation.
Why it matters: Fuel starvation May result in an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the hpfp, and inspect and replace, if necessary, additional fuel system components, free of charge. Interim notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 21, 2022. Owner notification letters for were mailed for Jeep grand cherokee owners starting…
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #23V411000 · 2023 · 80,629 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 3, 2023. Some owner notification letters were mailed October 31, 2023. The remaining owner notification…
1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Engine & cooling Equipment recall #17E061000 · 2017 · 99 vehicles
What's wrong: Accessible technologies, Inc. (ati) is recalling certain procharger superchargers, model numbers ab037a-100, ab037a-100p, and a037a-100b, sold for installation on 2012-2017 Jeep grand cherokee srt8 and Srt vehicles. The supercharger mounting bracket May contact and damage the ABS line, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak.
Why it matters: A brake fluid leak May lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ati will notify owners and will replace the supercharger brackets, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2017.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 22 mention a fire, 93 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (352): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (235), warning light on (45).
- Seats (315): the most common themes are noise or vibration (20).
- Engine (204): the most common themes are warning light on (56), stalls / loses power (49).
- Other / unknown (192): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (18).
The 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 1364 owner complaints, ranking #8 of 37 Grand Cherokee model years for complaints (1.7× the average Grand Cherokee year). Complaints peaked in 2016 (242 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 40,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2014 (2380 complaints, 18 recalls), 2016 (311 complaints, 8 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 | 30 | 25 | Diesel |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 21 | 28 | 24 | Diesel |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 5.7 L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 22 | 17 | Midgrade |
| 5.7 L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 20 | 16 | Midgrade |
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FAQ
Does the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 vehicle recalls for the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, plus 1 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems?
Owners have filed 1364 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (352), seats (315), engine (204).
What gas mileage does the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic 8-spd), across 6 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee repair manual?
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