My 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee started to leak oil slowly. We started to smell a burning scent when accelerating. This problem has slowly happened for a while before an oil light showed up on the dash. We took it to the mechanic & had an diagnostic test done. It was confirmed that our oil filter housing was leaking. This issue could have destroyed our engine. While pricing this repair, we've contacte…
2014 jeep Grand Cherokee engine problems
moderate 244 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
244
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
THE PLASTIC OIL COOLER HOUSING FAILED DUE TO THE PLASTIC WARPING AROUND THE SEALS AND LEAKING. THIS IS A SAFETY RISK OF POTENTIAL FIRE FROM OIL LEAKING ON TO THE ENGINE BLOCK. THE CAUSE OF THIS FAILURE IS DUE TO DESIGN AND SHOULD BE COVERED BY THE MANUFACTURER AS A RECALL.
The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low-voltage battery warning light illuminated and white smoke exited from under the hood compartment. The contact stated that the failure occurred directly as he arrived at his residence. The contact parked the vehicle and opened the hood. The contact noticed a crackling sound. The cont…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V699000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO JEFF D'AMBROSIO DODGE CHRYSLER JEEP DOWNINGTOWN (1221 E LANCASTER AVE, DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335; (610) 269-9500) WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE.…
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2014 jeep Grand Cherokee?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 244 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine 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 engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine 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.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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