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ProblemsByVin File / 2019-JEEP-GRAND-CHEROKEE
2019 · Jeep

Jeep Grand Cherokee problems

4 safety recalls. 351 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
6.4 / 10

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

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

brakes
86 reports · avg $450
severe
electrical
69 reports · avg $850
moderate
powertrain
39 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
engine
28 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
steering
14 reports · avg $700
severe
airbags
11 reports · avg $1,100
severe
suspension
9 reports · avg $900
severe
seatbelts
8 reports · avg $500
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2019 Grand Cherokee · brakes
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V838000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated the brake lights had failed to operate as intended, which…
12/30/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11707748.0
2019 Grand Cherokee · brakes
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V838000(Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not available.…
12/29/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11707523.0
2019 Grand Cherokee · brakes
Brakes lights remain on when vehicle is in Park and in Drive without brake pedal activation. ABS is also engaged in Park and presents with hard pedal and no travel. I brought the vehicle to an authorized Jeep dealer in September 2014. Note- Recall Z48 software update was…
12/23/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11632111.0
2019 Grand Cherokee · brakes
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, and the brake warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with brake pressure failure on the…
12/19/2023 · NHTSA ODI #11560971.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 4

severe NHTSA 20V183000 26/03/2020

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles

A sudden loss of power while driving or loss of the transmission PARK function can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front differential, free of charge. The recall began May 21, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W22.
severe NHTSA 20V699000 12/11/2020

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with the 3

Combustion in the intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.

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 when parts are available, currently expected to be around March 11, 2021. The recall began March 11, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is W79.
severe NHTSA 22V426000 09/06/2022

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles

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.

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 to do a two-Phase Campaign remedy schedule. Phase 1 began November 17, 2022. Phase 2 begin date has not been determined yet. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed July 28, 2020. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 29, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z48.
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Common questions

Is the 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.4 out of 10 based on 351 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 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 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is brakes, with 86 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The brakes is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $450 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 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 351 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $450, 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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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 1 day ago. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Jeep. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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