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ProblemsByVin File / 2018-JEEP-GRAND-CHEROKEE
2018 · jeep

jeep Grand Cherokee problems

3 safety recalls. 822 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
6.2 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

electrical
306 reports · avg $850
moderate
engine
73 reports · avg $3,100
severe
powertrain
65 reports · avg $2,500
severe
brakes
44 reports · avg $450
severe
airbags
19 reports · avg $1,100
severe
steering
14 reports · avg $700
severe
suspension
14 reports · avg $900
severe
cruise control
13 reports · avg $600
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2018 Grand Cherokee · lighting
The turn signals in the front headlights have a known wiring issue and stop working. The unit is all one part, non serviceable and you have to replace the entire headlight assembly at $2055. This causes a significant safety risk to everyone on the road as you are not able to…
12/30/2021 · NHTSA ODI #11445641.0
2018 Grand Cherokee · electrical
Instrument panel/ Main display screen is delaminating. Causing inability to use navigation, seat heaters, UConnect, Apps or set any presets, media, radio or any other item from main display. Safety features from main menu are inaccessible, navigation is impeded at any moment and…
12/30/2021 · NHTSA ODI #11445682.0
2018 Grand Cherokee · electrical
I have noticed the upper edge on my radio screen appears to the bubbling or separating from itself. It has recently become worse and causes "touches" on the screen. It makes calls and ends calls, switches the screen on and off, changes heating settings, disconnects devices,…
12/29/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11707482.0
2018 Grand Cherokee · fuel system
The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle started shaking…
12/28/2022 · NHTSA ODI #11499182.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 3

severe NHTSA 18V759000 29/10/2018

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Street and Racing Technology (SRT) and Trackhawk vehicles

If the floor mat prevents the accelerator pedal from returning to idle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the affected floor mats, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UB3.
severe NHTSA 18E097000 29/10/2018

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Floor Mats, part numbers 6ML07TRMAA and 6GA92TRMAA, sold as accessory equipment for 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Street and Racing Technology ("SRT") and Trackhawk vehicles

If the floor mat prevents the accelerator pedal from returning to idle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the affected floor mats, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UB5.
severe NHTSA 18V048000 11/01/2018

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk vehicles equipped with a 6

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.

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. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U02.

Common questions

Is the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.2 out of 10 based on 822 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

What's the most common problem on the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 306 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Jeep Grand Cherokee has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 822 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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