The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee's low safety profile includes 5 recall campaigns and 0 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

25V5760002025-04-09

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. A software error within the hybrid control processor may result in a loss of drive power.

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

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25V7410002025-30-10

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4Xe and 2022-2026 Grand Cherokee 4Xe vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.

A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.

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26V3280002026-21-05

AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. A software error in the occupant restraint controller module may cause the delayed deployment of the side air bags during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."

Delayed air bag deployment during a crash increases the risk of injury.

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26V5290002026-13-08

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L vehicles. Due to a software issue in the body control module (BCM), the windshield wipers may fail.

Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

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26V5590002026-01-09

TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer, 2024-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L, 2025-2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, 2026 Jeep Cherokee, and Jeep Grand Wagoneer L PHEV vehicles. Due to a software error, the tire pressure monitoring system may fail to detect low tire pressure and/or fail to illuminate the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System."

A TPMS warning light that fails to notify the driver of low tire pressure increases the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Jeep Grand Cherokee Fuel Economy

21–23mpg combined

18-23city

24-27hwy

$2,650-$2,950/yr

With 9 configurations tested, the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee ranges from 21 to 23 MPG combined. That's a 2 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Grand Cherokee 2WD - Automatic 8-spd

23mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive

21 city27 hwy~$2,650/yr5/10 Average

Grand Cherokee 4xe - Automatic 8-spd

23mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive

23 city24 hwy~$2,650/yr8/10 Clean

Grand Cherokee L 2WD - Automatic 8-spd

23mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive

21 city26 hwy~$2,650/yr5/10 Average

Grand Cherokee 2WD - Automatic 8-spd

22mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

19 city26 hwy~$2,800/yr4/10 Average

Grand Cherokee 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

22mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive

20 city25 hwy~$2,800/yr4/10 Average

Grand Cherokee 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

22mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

19 city26 hwy~$2,800/yr4/10 Average

Grand Cherokee L 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

22mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive

20 city25 hwy~$2,800/yr4/10 Average

Grand Cherokee L 2WD - Automatic 8-spd

21mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

19 city26 hwy~$2,950/yr4/10 Average

Grand Cherokee L 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

21mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

18 city25 hwy~$2,950/yr4/10 Average

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

Where to Find 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee

36States

24%in top 3

If you're near Michigan, you're in luck: 9% of listings are there. But with 36 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

MIMichigan

3,0059%

NYNew York

2,4378%

PAPennsylvania

2,3337%

TXTexas

2,2717%

FLFlorida

1,5845%

NJNew Jersey

1,5005%

DEDelaware

1,4955%

CACalifornia

1,1564%

ILIllinois

1,1474%

OHOhio

1,1153%

MNMinnesota

1,0493%

NCNorth Carolina

9753%

DCWashington DC

8523%

MDMaryland

8483%

GAGeorgia

8463%

NHNew Hampshire

8163%

MOMissouri

7582%

COColorado

7192%

MAMassachusetts

6702%

CTConnecticut

5822%

AZArizona

5632%

RIRhode Island

5562%

WI447

IN438

TN425

OK422

WA363

OR290

UT287

NE283

AL261

VA218

IA205

VT199

ME178

NV170

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2026.

Buying a 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee a good car to buy?

The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee has its strengths and its watch-outs. 5 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

There are 5 documented recalls for the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

You'll get between 21 and 23 MPG combined from the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.