2015 Jeep Cherokee: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2015 Jeep Cherokee: 11 recalls, 1789 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
Recalls
11 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags, Airbags Vehicle recall #15V041000 · 2015 · 230,290 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles May experience unintended side curtain and seat air bag deployment during vehicle operation.
Why it matters: If the air bags deploy unexpectedly during vehicle operation, it can increase the risk of personal injury and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will re-flash the occupant restraint control module software, free of charge. The recall began on March 4, 2015.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #15V393000 · 2015 · 99,399 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, water May enter the power liftgate control module and cause a high resistance short circuit in the module.
Why it matters: A short circuit in the liftgate control module May result in a fire.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the power liftgate control module and connectors for corrosion, substitute a bolt for the threaded grommet installed to seal an attachment point used in non-power liftgate vehicles and cover the power liftgate control module in a foam water…
Equipment Vehicle recall #15V461000 · 2015 · 1,416,903 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.
Why it matters: Exploitation of the software vulnerability May result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a usb drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge. Optionally, owners May download the update to their own usb drive from http://www.driveuconnect.com/software-update/ or take their vehicle to a Chrysler…
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #15V676000 · 2015 · 75,592 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles May have a misrouted air conditioning suction/discharge hose.
Why it matters: If the line is misrouted, it May contact the exhaust manifold, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the routing of the air conditioning hose. Any hose that is misrouted will be replaced and installed correctly. This work will be performed free of charge. The recall began on November 23, 2015.
Body & structure, Electrical Vehicle recall #15V826000 · 2015 · 32,784 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, water May leak into the power liftgate control module and result in a high resistance short circuit.
Why it matters: A short circuit in the module increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the module and connectors for corrosion, replacing the damaged components as necessary. The mastic shield will be removed and the module will be covered with a water shield. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on…
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #16V529000 · 2016 · 329,540 vehicles
What's wrong: The transmission sensor clusters May have insufficient crimps in the transmission wire harness, and as a result, the transmission May unexpectedly shift to neutral. On August 29, 2016 Chrysler added the 2016 FIAT 500x vehicles to this recall.
Why it matters: If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there is an increased risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module and the transmission control module and if necessary replace the transaxle range sensor wire harness, free of charge. The recall began on November 7, 2016.
Seats, Seats Vehicle recall #16V590000 · 2016 · 1,827 vehicles
What's wrong: The seat fasteners on the first or second row seats May not have been tightened to the proper torque specification.
Why it matters: Loose fasteners May allow the seats to move, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupants in the event of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seats or seat sets, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during September 2016.
Equipment Vehicle recall #17V824000 · 2017 · 61,791 vehicles
What's wrong: A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.NHTSA.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17v824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers May become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle May detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the…
Why it matters: If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018.
Electrical, Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #18V332000 · 2018 · 4,815,661 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver May not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed…
Why it matters: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018.
Transmission & drivetrain, Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #20V343000 · 2020 · 67,248 vehicles
What's wrong: Relative movement in the power transfer unit (ptu) between the differential input splines and the transmission output shaft May cause some input spline teeth to wear off, which May eventually cause a loss of engagement between the transmission and the differential inside the ptu. If this occurs, power cannot be transferred between the front wheels and the transmission which results in a loss of drive while the…
Why it matters: A loss of drive can cause a vehicle crash without prior warning. A loss of the park function can cause unintended vehicle rollaway which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Fca us LLC will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software update that will maintain vehicle propulsion by engaging rear wheel drive and prevent rolling in park by activating the electronic parking brake if a failed input spline occurs. This recall began July 14, 2020.
Body & structure, Electrical Vehicle recall #23V338000 · 2023 · 132,099 vehicles
What's wrong: An electrical short in the power liftgate module May lead to a vehicle fire with the ignition on or off.
Why it matters: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will relocate the power liftgate module and add a water shield. In addition, dealers will inspect for corrosion and replace the module and electrical connectors, if necessary. Repairs will be…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 28 mention a fire, 32 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (1004): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (619), warning light on (243), stalls / loses power (151).
- Engine (364): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (110), warning light on (93).
- Electrical (327): the most common themes are electrical failure (115), warning light on (77).
- Other / unknown (257): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (52), warning light on (39).
The 2015 Jeep Cherokee has 1789 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 24 Cherokee model years for complaints (3.0× the average Cherokee year). Complaints peaked in 2015 (310 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 27,250 miles. Neighboring years: 2014 (2649 complaints, 13 recalls), 2016 (1409 complaints, 9 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 30 | 25 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 30 | 25 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 3.2 L 6-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 28 | 23 | Regular |
| 3.2 L 6-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 27 | 23 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 28 | 23 | Gasoline or E85 |
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FAQ
Does the 2015 Jeep Cherokee have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 vehicle recalls for the 2015 Jeep Cherokee. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2015 Jeep Cherokee problems?
Owners have filed 1789 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (1004), engine (364), electrical (327).
What gas mileage does the 2015 Jeep Cherokee get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (2.4 L, Automatic 9-spd), across 6 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2015 Jeep Cherokee repair manual?
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