The 2018 Jeep Cherokee's elevated safety profile includes 4 recall campaigns and 650 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

650

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

18V2820002018-01-05

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine. These vehicles may have been manufactured with a fuel tube that may leak fuel into the engine compartment.

A fuel leak in the presence of the ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

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18V4940002018-26-07

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Cherokee all-wheel-drive vehicles. The bearing cage for the right front halfshaft assembly may not have been properly heat treated, possibly resulting in the bearing cage breaking and a potential halfshaft assembly failure.

If the halfshaft bearing cage breaks, the halfshaft may not be able to transmit engine power, causing a loss of drive or it can allow the vehicle to move while in the "Park" position. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.

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17V5430002017-31-08

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The tire and rim size information required to be on the Certification label was omitted during manufacturing, which may result in an incorrect tire and rim combination being installed on the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

The missing tire and rim designation information may lead to an incorrect combination being installed on the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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25V0110002025-29-04

POWER TRAIN

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may become damaged and disengage the transmission and differential, resulting in a loss of drive power and/or loss of park function.

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. A loss of park function can cause an unintended vehicle rollaway, which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2018 Jeep Cherokee has accumulated 650 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with power train leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Power Train183

02Unknown Or Other97

03Engine64

04Electrical System56

05Electrical System,unknown Or Other23

650 total across 1 model years (2018–2018)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Jeep Cherokee Fuel Economy

21–25mpg combined

18-21city

24-30hwy

$1,750-$2,500/yr

With 10 configurations tested, the 2018 Jeep Cherokee ranges from 21 to 25 MPG combined. That's a 4 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Cherokee FWD - Automatic 9-spd

25mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

21 city30 hwy~$1,750/yr5/10 Average

Cherokee FWD - Automatic 9-spd

24mpg

3.2L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

21 city29 hwy~$2,200/yr5/10 Average

Cherokee 4WD - Automatic 9-spd

23mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

21 city28 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average

Cherokee 4WD - Automatic 9-spd

23mpg

3.2L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

20 city27 hwy~$2,300/yr5/10 Average

Cherokee 4WD Active Drive II - Automatic 9-spd

23mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

21 city27 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average

Cherokee Trailhawk 4WD - Automatic 9-spd

22mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

19 city25 hwy~$2,000/yr4/10 Average

Cherokee 4WD Active Drive II - Automatic 9-spd

21mpg

3.2L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

18 city26 hwy~$2,500/yr4/10 Average

Cherokee Trailhawk 4WD - Automatic 9-spd

21mpg

3.2L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

18 city24 hwy~$2,500/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2018 Jeep Cherokee

37States

22%in top 3

If you're near Pennsylvania, you're in luck: 8% of listings are there. But with 37 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

PAPennsylvania

9458%

MIMichigan

8968%

TXTexas

7526%

FLFlorida

7126%

NYNew York

5835%

DEDelaware

5585%

OHOhio

4764%

MNMinnesota

4564%

CACalifornia

4404%

COColorado

4154%

ILIllinois

3823%

NJNew Jersey

3213%

MO286

NC282

GAGeorgia

2752%

NHNew Hampshire

2632%

DCWashington DC

2122%

MAMassachusetts

2032%

OROregon

1972%

WIWisconsin

1922%

MDMaryland

1892%

TNTennessee

1852%

OKOklahoma

1832%

INIndiana

1812%

RIRhode Island

1691%

WAWashington

1681%

CTConnecticut

1671%

UT166

NE159

AZ159

IA117

VT99

ME94

NV78

VA71

AL65

KY64

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2018.

2018 Jeep Cherokee Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2018 Jeep Cherokee a good car to buy?

The 2018 Jeep Cherokee has 4 recalls on record. There are 4 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is power train, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2018 Jeep Cherokee?

NHTSA shows 4 recall campaigns for the 2018 Jeep Cherokee. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2018 Jeep Cherokee?

Depending on configuration, the 2018 Jeep Cherokee delivers 21–25 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2018 Jeep Cherokee?

POWER TRAIN is the number-one complaint area for the 2018 Jeep Cherokee, based on 650 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.