2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 5 recalls, 364 owner complaints and up to 21 mpg combined.
Recalls
5 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 #16V686000 · 2016 · 100 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the rear tow hook bracket or tow eye bracket May be loose.
Why it matters: If the tow bracket is loose, the bracket May detach from the vehicle while being it is being driven, possibly becoming a road hazard. If the bracket detaches during a vehicle recovery, there May be a loss of control of the towed vehicle. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will confirm both tow hook bracket bolts are properly tightened, free of charge. The recall began on October 31, 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 #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. 3 mention a fire, 19 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (102): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (33), warning light on (24).
- Transmission & drivetrain (88): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (43), warning light on (22), stalls / loses power (16).
- Electrical (87): the most common themes are electrical failure (23), stalls / loses power (23).
- Other / unknown (76): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (11), electrical failure (10).
The 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 364 owner complaints, ranking #26 of 37 Grand Cherokee model years for complaints (well below the 786 average). Complaints peaked in 2019 (49 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 31,727 miles. Neighboring years: 2016 (311 complaints, 8 recalls), 2018 (855 complaints, 10 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 21 | Regular |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | Regular |
| 5.7 L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 14 | 22 | 17 | Midgrade |
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2017 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 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems?
Owners have filed 364 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (102), transmission & drivetrain (88), electrical (87).
What gas mileage does the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee get?
EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (3.6 L, Automatic 8-spd), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.