2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 10 recalls, 855 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
Recalls
10 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.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #18V048000 · 2018 · 1,242 vehicles
What's wrong: 2l supercharged engine. The fuel line May separate.
Why it matters: If the fuel line separates, the engine May stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a fuel line separation increases the risk of an engine compartment fire and injury.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2018.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #18V280000 · 2018 · 71 vehicles
What's wrong: An incorrect transmission park lock rod May have been installed in the transmission.
Why it matters: If the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission May not shift into 'park' and keep the vehicle from moving, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and the risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018.
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.
Electrical Vehicle recall #18V524000 · 2018 · 12,779 vehicles
What's wrong: The powertrain control module May be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that May fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
Why it matters: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018.
Equipment Vehicle recall #18V759000 · 2018 · 4,822 vehicles
What's wrong: The driver's floor mat May have insufficient clearance between the mat and the accelerator pedal, possibly preventing the pedal from returning to the idle position.
Why it matters: If the floor mat prevents the accelerator pedal from returning to idle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the affected floor mats, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 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…
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #22V426000 · 2022 · 206,502 vehicles
What's wrong: A malfunction in the antilock-brake system (ABS) module May illuminate the brake lights, and allow the vehicle to start and shift out of park without the brake pedal being applied.
Why it matters: A vehicle that starts and shifts out of park without applying the brake pedal can result in vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash without prior warning and/or injury to others outside of the vehicle.
The fix: This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 24v838. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. The remedy includes updated hcu/ABS module software that prevents the hcu/ABS module from falsely reading pressure in the primary circuit. Fca has decided…
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…
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #24V838000 · 2024 · 206,502 vehicles
What's wrong: A malfunction in the antilock-brake system (ABS) module May incorrectly illuminate the brake lights and disable the ABS and electronic stability control (esc). In addition, the vehicle operator May be able to start and shift out of park without the brake pedal being applied.
Why it matters: A vehicle that can be started and shifted out of park without applying the brake pedal can result in a vehicle rollaway. Disabled ABS and esc systems can reduce vehicle handling and control in certain driving situations. Brake lights that incorrectly illuminate can fail to properly indicate the…
The fix: Dealers will replace the integrated pressure transducer and update the ABS module software, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2025.
1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Equipment Equipment recall #18E097000 · 2018 · 13 vehicles
What's wrong: These floor mats May have insufficient clearance between the mat and the accelerator pedal, possibly inhibiting the pedal from returning to an idle position.
Why it matters: If the floor mat prevents the accelerator pedal from returning to idle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the affected floor mats, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2018.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 10 mention a fire, 33 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (339): the most common themes are electrical failure (68), stalls / loses power (51), warning light on (36).
- Other / unknown (267): the most common themes are electrical failure (20), stalls / loses power (18).
- Engine (125): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (33), warning light on (32), leaks (22).
- Transmission & drivetrain (75): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (33), warning light on (14), stalls / loses power (13).
The 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 855 owner complaints, ranking #16 of 37 Grand Cherokee model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 786). Complaints peaked in 2023 (167 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 24,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2017 (364 complaints, 5 recalls), 2019 (370 complaints, 7 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 | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 28 | 24 | Diesel |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 21 | Regular |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | All-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 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 vehicle recalls for the 2018 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 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems?
Owners have filed 855 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (339), other / unknown (267), engine (125).
What gas mileage does the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic 8-spd), across 5 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee repair manual?
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