Last updated: 2026-04-20

RELIABILITY SCORE: 70/100 (GOOD)

2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Reliability Report

Name: 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Brand: Jeep

The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee scores 70/100 ("Good"). With 2 recalls and 0 owner complaints, reliability is acceptable but not class-leading.

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Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

N/A

Est. Repair Cost

$666

Annual Fuel Cost

$2,600–$2,850

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint SeverityN/A

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs70/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact71/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue DiversityN/A

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Consider

Acceptable reliability — worth considering with a pre-purchase inspection.

Should You Buy the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

At 70/100, the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee lands in "Good" territory — acceptable, but not class-leading.

Owners log 0 complaints on this model year — enough to suggest attention is needed, but no single failure mode dominates yet.

Get a pre-purchase inspection on any used example, with extra attention to reported problem areas. An extended warranty is worth pricing out.

See also the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee for an earlier comparison.

Pros

+Acceptable reliability score
+Infrequent unscheduled repairs
+Low major repair risk (13%)
+Low recall count

Cons

−Above-average repair costs for its class
−Safety recall: park-outside advisory issued

Compare 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee With

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Reliability: 84/100

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2026 Toyota Grand Highlander

Reliability: 88/100

Excellent

2026 Honda Pilot

Reliability: 81/100

Excellent

2026 Toyota Highlander

Reliability: 84/100

Excellent

2026 Ford Explorer

Reliability: 70/100

Good

Common Problem Categories

Safety

LOW RISK

2 manufacturer recalls issued

Recall Overview

recalls on record

Park Outside

The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee carries 2 recalls — a low count. Authorized dealers repair any open recall free of charge, regardless of warranty status.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

complaints

LowAvgHigh

Very Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

★★★★★

NHTSA 5/5 Stars

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Recall Details

2 recalls have been issued for the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships.

25V5760002025-09-04

ELECTRICAL 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.

Consequence

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

Remedy

Dealers will update the hybrid control processer software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 73C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 11, 2025.

25V7410002025-10-30Park Outside

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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.

Consequence

A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will update the high voltage battery software, and replace the high voltage battery, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 17, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 68C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 6, 2025. Vehicles that were previously recalled for the same issue under NHTSA Recalls 24V720 and 23V787 will need to have the new remedy performed.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee? Check its history first

Every 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee has a different past. A VIN check reveals hidden accidents, title problems, odometer rollbacks, and open recalls that reliability scores can't show you.

Accidents
Open Recalls
Title History
Odometer Rollback

2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Rollover risk: 18.5%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row, 3rd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row, 3rd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Driver, Front Passenger)Additional Air Bags (Not Available)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (No)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Driver Monitoring System (Yes)Automatic High Beams (Optional)

PHEV Powertrain

Driver: 4/5Passenger: 5/5

Rollover risk: 14.0%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Driver, Front Passenger)Additional Air Bags (Not Available)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (No)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Driver Monitoring System (Yes)Automatic High Beams (Optional)

View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Jeep Grand CherokeeRepair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

3.5

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Est. Annual Maintenance

$666

vs $573 avg for midsize SUVs

vs $652 avg for all vehicles

Repair Frequency

0.3

unscheduled repair visits per year

Severe Repair Probability

13%

chance of a major repair

Annual Cost Comparison

Grand Cherokee

$666

Category Avg

$573

All Vehicles

$652

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Resale Value

The Jeep Grand Cherokee is estimated to retain about 54.7% of its original value after 5 years, based on observed used-car listings.

This benchmark covers the Jeep Grand Cherokee model overall and is not specific to the 2026 model year.

Value Retained: 54.7%
Depreciation: 45.3%
Listings Analyzed: 720

Listings observed in June 2026. Actual resale value varies by trim, mileage, condition, and location.

Explore Jeep Grand Cherokee depreciation and resale value on CarResaleValue.com

MPG & Annual Running Costs

Gas

21–23 MPG

Running cost: $3,250–$3,500/yr

Fuel + repair

18–21 city / 25–27 hwy MPG

Plug-in Hybrid

23 MPG

Running cost: $3,250/yr

Fuel + repair

23 city / 24 hwy MPG

Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2026 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
Grand Cherokee 2WD 2.0L 4-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic 8-spd	21	27	23	$2,600
Grand Cherokee 4WD 2.0L 4-cyl	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 8-spd	21	26	23	$2,600
Grand Cherokee L 2WD 2.0L 4-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic 8-spd	21	26	23	$2,600
Grand Cherokee 2WD 3.6L 6-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic 8-spd	19	26	22	$2,700
Grand Cherokee 4WD 3.6L 6-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic 8-spd	19	26	22	$2,700
Grand Cherokee L 4WD 2.0L 4-cyl	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 8-spd	20	25	22	$2,700
Grand Cherokee L 2WD 3.6L 6-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic 8-spd	19	26	21	$2,850
Grand Cherokee L 4WD 3.6L 6-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic 8-spd	18	25	21	$2,850

Plug-in Hybrid trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
Grand Cherokee 4xe 2.0L 4-cyl	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 8-spd	23	24	23	$2,600

Best & Worst Jeep Grand Cherokee Years

Comprehensive reliability analysis based on NHTSA data, owner complaints, and historical performance.

Best Jeep Grand Cherokee Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

The best Jeep Grand Cherokee year is 2025 with a reliability score of 75/100, rated good. Other strong picks include 2020 (72/100) and 2026 (70/100).

Top Pick

Good

2025

3Recalls

59Complaints

Good

2020

3Recalls

207Complaints

Good

2026

(Current Model)

2Recalls

0Complaints

Jeep Grand Cherokee Years to Avoid

The worst Jeep Grand Cherokee year is 2018 with a score of 60/100, primarily due to electrical system (301) issues.

Good

2018

11Recalls

804Complaints

See full Jeep Grand Cherokee years-to-avoid analysis

Jeep Grand Cherokee Reliability Score Trend

Jeep Grand Cherokee reliability has remained consistent across model years, averaging 66/100.

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Jeep Grand Cherokee reliability scores by year
Year	Score	Rating
2018	60/100	Good
2019	67/100	Good
2020	72/100	Good
2021	63/100	Good
2022	62/100	Good
2023	63/100	Good
2024	66/100	Good
2025	75/100	Good
2026	70/100	Good

Jeep Grand Cherokee Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
Year	Score	vs Prior Year	Rating	Recalls	Complaints
2026(selected)	70/100	-5	Good	2	0
2025	75/100	+9	Good	3	59
2024	66/100	+3	Good	20	204
2023	63/100	+1	Good	22	363
2022	62/100	-1	Good	14	192
2021	63/100	-9	Good	15	427
2020	72/100	+5	Good	3	207
2019	67/100	+7	Good	7	336
2018	60/100	—	Good	11	804

2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Reliability by Powertrain

The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee is available with 2powertrain options. Here's how they compare on reliability.

Reliability comparison across powertrain options
Powertrain	Recalls	Crash Rating
Gas	2	N/T
PHEV	0	5 out of 5
Total	2

NHTSA tracks complaints by vehicle configuration when that detail is available. Model-level reports that do not identify a specific powertrain are included in Total but not assigned to a row. A plus sign indicates a confirmed minimum; — means no complaints could be attributed to that specific powertrain. N/T = Not tested by NHTSA.

* Incidents = crash + fire reports. A single complaint can include multiple incident types.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee reliable?

The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee has a "Good" reliability rating with a score of 70/100. It is reasonably reliable with 2 recalls and 0 owner complaints, though some issues have been reported.

What are the most common problems with the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

There aren't enough owner complaints to establish common problem patterns yet for the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Based on available data, the main item to verify is recall completion.

How many recalls does the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?

The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 2 recalls on record. Recalls are safety or compliance fixes issued by the manufacturer and repaired at no cost at authorized dealerships.

Is the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee expensive to maintain?

The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee has estimated annual repair costs of $666/year, which is $93 more than the midsize SUVs average of $573. With a reliability score of 70/100, some repairs may be needed, but overall ownership costs are manageable.

Don’t buy a 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How We Calculate Reliability Scores

Auto Reliability Index scores are calculated on a 0–100 scale using a weighted formula that combines multiple public data sources. Each factor is weighted based on its predictive value for real-world ownership experience.

Key Ranking Factors

Complaint Severity

NHTSA owner complaints weighted by component category (e.g., powertrain, safety systems, electronics, cosmetic) — safety-critical issues carry more weight than cosmetic ones. Adjusted for sales volume so high-volume models aren't unfairly penalized.

Repair Costs

Independent reliability ratings based on repair frequency, average repair costs, and severity of typical repairs for each model.

Recall Impact

Number of NHTSA recalls weighted by severity. “Stop driving” and fire-risk recalls are penalized more heavily than minor software or labeling recalls.

Issue Diversity

Measures how many major vehicle systems (engine, transmission, electrical, braking, etc.) have recorded complaints. A vehicle with issues spread across many systems may indicate systemic quality issues.

Scores are grouped into four tiers:

80–100: Excellent— Top-tier reliability, minimal issues
60–79: Good— Reliable with some minor concerns
40–59: Mixed— Notable issues, research before buying
0–39: Risky— Significant problems, proceed with caution

Data is sourced from NHTSA recall records, owner complaint filings, and independent repair databases via vehicles.dev. Scores are recalculated as new data becomes available. While the weighting model is proprietary, all underlying data sources are public and traceable.

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