Federal safety data shows 6 recalls and 809 complaints for the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

809

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

22V4260002022-09-06

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles. A malfunction in the antilock-brake system (ABS) module may illuminate the brake lights, and allow the vehicle to start and shift out of Park without the brake pedal being applied.

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.

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24V8380002024-07-11

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles. A malfunction in the antilock-brake system (ABS) module may incorrectly illuminate the brake lights and disable the ABS and electronic stability control (ESC). In addition, the vehicle operator may be able to start and shift out of Park without the brake pedal being applied.

A vehicle that can be started and shifted out of Park without applying the brake pedal can result in a vehicle rollaway. Disabled ABS and ESC systems can reduce vehicle handling and control in certain driving situations. Brake lights that incorrectly illuminate can fail to properly indicate the driver's intention to following traffic. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

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18V7590002018-29-10

EQUIPMENT:ACCESSORY:FLOOR MAT

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Street and Racing Technology (SRT) and Trackhawk vehicles. The driver's floor mat may have insufficient clearance between the mat and the accelerator pedal, possibly preventing the pedal from returning to the idle position.

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

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18E0970002018-29-10

EQUIPMENT:ACCESSORY:FLOOR MAT

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. These floor mats may have insufficient clearance between the mat and the accelerator pedal, possibly inhibiting the pedal from returning to an idle position.

If the floor mat prevents the accelerator pedal from returning to idle, there would be an increased 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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18V0480002018-11-01

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

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk vehicles equipped with a 6.2L Supercharged Engine. The fuel line may separate.

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.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 809 issues reported over 1 model years, electrical system problems are the most common for the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Electrical System168

02Unknown Or Other159

03Electrical System,unknown Or Other53

04Engine52

05Service Brakes, Hydraulic24

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

Jeep Grand Cherokee Fuel Economy

13–25mpg combined

11-22city

17-30hwy

$2,100-$4,450/yr

The 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee delivers 13 to 25 MPG combined across 7 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

Grand Cherokee 2WD - Automatic 8-spd

25mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel DriveDiesel

22 city30 hwy~$2,250/yr4/10 Average

Grand Cherokee 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

24mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel DriveDiesel

21 city28 hwy~$2,300/yr4/10 Average

Grand Cherokee 2WD - Automatic 8-spd

21mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

19 city26 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average

Grand Cherokee 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

21mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

18 city25 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average

Grand Cherokee 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

17mpg

5.7L 8-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

14 city22 hwy~$3,100/yr3/10 Poor

Grand Cherokee SRT 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

15mpg

6.4L 8-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

13 city19 hwy~$3,850/yr2/10 Poor

Grand Cherokee TrackHawk 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

13mpg

6.2L 8-cyl Supercharged · All-Wheel Drive

11 city17 hwy~$4,450/yr1/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee

35States

25%in top 3

Pennsylvania has the most inventory at 9%, with options spread across 35 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

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 2018.

2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee. There are 6 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Yes, 6 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 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Fuel economy ranges from 13 to 25 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $1938 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM problems top the list with 809 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 2018 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.