The 2019 Jeep Cherokee is associated with 1617 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 11 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database. The most frequently reported component area is Powertrain, accounting for 524 reports (32% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 16 certified vehicle configurations spanning 3.6l 6-cyl, 6.4l 8-cyl, 6.2l 8-cyl, 2l 4-cyl, 2.4l 4-cyl, 3l 6-cyl, 3.2l 6-cyl, and 5.7l 8-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 13 to 26 MPG combined.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 1617 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 11 campaigns
- • Top Reported Defect Area: Powertrain (524 / 32%)
- • Safety Incident Signals: 40 crash / 19 fire / 22 injury reports
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: 4 / 5 Stars
- • EPA Efficiency: 13–26 MPG (16 variants)
Data Note: Compiled directly from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| Grand Cherokee 2WD | 3.6L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 19 MPG | 26 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $2,950 / yr |
| Grand Cherokee SRT 4WD | 6.4L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 13 MPG | 19 MPG | 15 MPG | — | $5,050 / yr |
| Grand Cherokee Trackhawk 4WD | 6.2L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 11 MPG | 17 MPG | 13 MPG | — | $5,850 / yr |
| Cherokee FWD | 2L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 23 MPG | 31 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $2,350 / yr |
| Cherokee FWD | 2.4L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 22 MPG | 31 MPG | 25 MPG | — | $2,450 / yr |
| Cherokee 4WD | 2L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 21 MPG | 29 MPG | 24 MPG | — | $2,550 / yr |
| Cherokee 4WD | 2.4L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 21 MPG | 29 MPG | 24 MPG | — | $2,550 / yr |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD Diesel | 3L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 21 MPG | 28 MPG | 24 MPG | — | $3,300 / yr |
| Cherokee FWD | 3.2L 6-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 20 MPG | 29 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $2,650 / yr |
| Cherokee 4WD Active Drive II | 2L 4-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 20 MPG | 27 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $2,650 / yr |
| Cherokee 4WD | 3.2L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 19 MPG | 27 MPG | 22 MPG | — | $2,800 / yr |
| Cherokee Trailhawk 4WD | 2L 4-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 20 MPG | 26 MPG | 22 MPG | — | $2,800 / yr |
| Cherokee 4WD Active Drive II | 3.2L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 18 MPG | 26 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $2,950 / yr |
| Cherokee Trailhawk 4WD | 3.2L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 18 MPG | 24 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $2,950 / yr |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD | 3.6L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 18 MPG | 25 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $2,950 / yr |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD | 5.7L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 14 MPG | 22 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $4,150 / yr |
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
| SUV 2WD | | | | | 17.4% |
| SUV 4WD | | | | | 16.900000000000002% |
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as Optional and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Optional in official NHTSA records for tested 2019 Jeep Cherokee models.
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Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
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Affected Component: POWER TRAIN
Defect Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may fail.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: The remedy is currently under development. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk are expected to be mailed June 25, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 40D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 14, 2026.
Affected Component: POWER TRAIN
Defect Summary: 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.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will update the drivetrain control module and PTU software and replace the PTU, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 19, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 01C.
Affected Component: STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK
Defect Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The steering rack gear may break, possibly causing a loss of steering control.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V99.
View all 2019 Jeep Cherokee recalls & campaign history (11 campaigns) →