The 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee's elevated safety profile includes 5 recall campaigns and 1,321 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

1,321

Complaints

127

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

15V4690002015-27-07

SUSPENSION:REAR

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured June 12, 2015, to June 20, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with rear lower control arms that may have been incorrectly heat treated. This may cause the rear lower control arm to fracture.

If the rear lower control arm fractures it may result in a change in ride height, loss of rear end stability, and reduced braking capabilities, increasing the risk of a crash.

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16V1680002016-23-03

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured December 9, 2015, to January 14, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the left front brake caliper may crack due to being made from an incorrect material.

A cracked brake caliper may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.

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20V6990002020-12-11

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with the 3.0L EcoDiesel engines. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system. This mixture may combust inside the intake manifold.

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

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17E0610002017-19-10

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

Accessible Technologies, Inc. (ATI) is recalling certain ProCharger Superchargers, model numbers AB037A-100, AB037A-100P, and A037A-100B, sold for installation on 2012-2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 and SRT vehicles. The supercharger mounting bracket may contact and damage the ABS line, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak.

A brake fluid leak may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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16V2400002016-25-04

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured February 15, 2011, to November 27, 2014, and 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured July 16, 2012, to December 22, 2015. The affected vehicles, equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and a monostable gear selector, may not adequately warn the driver when driver's door is opened and the vehicle is not in PARK, allowing them to exit the vehicle while the vehicle is still in gear.

Drivers thinking that their vehicle's transmission is in the PARK position may be struck by the vehicle and injured if they attempt to get out of the vehicle while the engine is running and the parking brake is not engaged.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee has accumulated 1,321 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with power train leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Power Train246

02Seats243

03Unknown Or Other113

04Engine85

05Seat Belts49

1,321 total across 1 model years (2015–2015)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Jeep Grand Cherokee Fuel Economy

15–25mpg combined

13-22city

19-30hwy

$2,200-$3,850/yr

With 7 configurations tested, the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee ranges from 15 to 25 MPG combined. That's a 10 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Grand Cherokee 2WD - Automatic 8-spd

25mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel DriveDiesel

22 city30 hwy~$2,250/yr5/10 Average

Grand Cherokee 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

24mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel DriveDiesel

21 city28 hwy~$2,300/yr5/10 Average

Grand Cherokee 2WD - Automatic 8-spd

20mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

17 city25 hwy~$2,200/yr5/10 Average

Grand Cherokee 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

19mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

17 city24 hwy~$2,300/yr4/10 Average

Grand Cherokee 2WD - Automatic 8-spd

17mpg

5.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

14 city22 hwy~$3,100/yr4/10 Average

Grand Cherokee 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

16mpg

5.7L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

14 city20 hwy~$3,300/yr3/10 Poor

Grand Cherokee SRT8 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

15mpg

6.4L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

13 city19 hwy~$3,850/yr3/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee

35States

25%in top 3

If you're near Pennsylvania, you're in luck: 9% of listings are there. But with 35 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

PAPennsylvania

2,7229%

TXTexas

2,4798%

MIMichigan

2,3718%

FLFlorida

1,8756%

NYNew York

1,7166%

DEDelaware

1,6395%

CACalifornia

1,1664%

ILIllinois

1,0754%

OHOhio

1,0403%

NJNew Jersey

1,0003%

DCWashington DC

8933%

GAGeorgia

8713%

NCNorth Carolina

8283%

MOMissouri

8043%

MDMaryland

7833%

MNMinnesota

6862%

COColorado

6742%

NHNew Hampshire

6052%

CTConnecticut

5752%

AZ558

MA453

RI446

OK417

IN404

WI385

WA362

OR356

TN355

UT288

VA234

IA227

NE222

NV211

AL185

VT160

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2015.

2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee. There are 5 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Yes, 5 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Fuel economy ranges from 15 to 25 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $1400 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

POWER TRAIN problems top the list with 1,321 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2015 compare to other Jeep Grand Cherokee years?

Each Jeep Grand Cherokee model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Jeep Grand Cherokee overview page.