This is what I mailed to: Chrysler group llc customer center december 6, 2014 p.o. Box 21-8004 auburn hills, mi 48321-8004 phone 877-426-5337 re: headlights authorized dealer:darlings auto mall 16 kingsland xing ellsworth, me 04605 phone 207-667-2571 vehicle identification number:[xxx] vehicle delivery date:11-21-2013 current mileage:7420 from the first time that I drove…
2014 Jeep Cherokee lighting problems
moderate 24 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $250 · see lighting across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
24
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$250
1fire
What stands out
Among the 6 model years of Jeep Cherokee in our records for lighting problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.
No new NHTSA lighting complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 11 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
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Common questions
How serious is the lighting problem on the 2014 Jeep Cherokee?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 24 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $250 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the lighting typically fail?
Across the 15 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most lighting failures cluster between 10,000 and 55,000 miles, with the median around 22,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 10,000; a quarter make it past 55,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $250 for lighting repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to lighting?
No active recalls currently cover lighting issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Jeep/Cherokee.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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