2018 Jeep Cherokee: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Jeep Cherokee: 7 recalls, 687 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
Recalls
7 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment, Wheels Vehicle recall #17V543000 · 2017 · 22,242 vehicles
What's wrong: The tire and rim size information required to be on the certification label was omitted during manufacturing, which May result in an incorrect tire and rim combination being installed on the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 110, "tire selection and rims."
Why it matters: The missing tire and rim designation information May lead to an incorrect combination being installed on the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners and will provide a corrected certification label, free of charge. The recall began October 13, 2017.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #17V670000 · 2017 · 357 vehicles
What's wrong: 4l engines. The engines May have a cracked oil pump housing that can result in oil pump failure.
Why it matters: If the oil pump fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the oil pump, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 5, 2017.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #18V282000 · 2018 · 48,990 vehicles
What's wrong: 4l engine. These vehicles May have been manufactured with a fuel tube that May leak fuel into the engine compartment.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of the ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tube, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 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 Vehicle recall #18V494000 · 2018 · 702 vehicles
What's wrong: The bearing cage for the right front halfshaft assembly May not have been properly heat treated, possibly resulting in the bearing cage breaking and a potential halfshaft assembly failure.
Why it matters: If the halfshaft bearing cage breaks, the halfshaft May not be able to transmit engine power, causing a loss of drive or it can allow the vehicle to move while in the "park" position. Either condition May increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front right halfshaft assemblies, free of charge. The recall began September 20, 2018.
Electrical Vehicle recall #18V524000 · 2018 · 12,779 vehicles
What's wrong: The powertrain control module May be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that May fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
Why it matters: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #25V011000 · 2025 · 63,130 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. A loss of park function can cause an unintended vehicle rollaway, which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 5 mention a fire, 7 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (295): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (171), warning light on (91), stalls / loses power (52).
- Electrical (190): the most common themes are electrical failure (47), stalls / loses power (44).
- Other / unknown (174): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (30), warning light on (26).
- Engine (155): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (74), warning light on (38).
The 2018 Jeep Cherokee has 687 owner complaints, ranking #6 of 24 Cherokee model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 602). Complaints peaked in 2020 (144 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 33,125 miles. Neighboring years: 2017 (1336 complaints, 6 recalls), 2019 (1654 complaints, 11 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 | Midgrade |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 28 | 23 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 28 | 23 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 3.2 L 6-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 27 | 23 | Midgrade |
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Jeep Cherokee have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 vehicle recalls for the 2018 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 2018 Jeep Cherokee problems?
Owners have filed 687 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (295), electrical (190), other / unknown (174).
What gas mileage does the 2018 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 2018 Jeep Cherokee repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.