2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 21 recalls, 392 owner complaints and up to 22 mpg combined.
Recalls
21 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment Vehicle recall #23V336000 · 2023 · 17,108 vehicles
What's wrong: The air bag warning label May be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Why it matters: Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants May have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: Fca us, LLC will mail owners the warning label information, free of charge. Dealers will inspect unsold vehicles and install the required label, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 25, 2023.
Steering Vehicle recall #23V352000 · 2023 · 89,372 vehicles
What's wrong: An incorrectly assembled steering column intermediate shaft May disconnect from the u-joint, and result in a loss of steering control.
Why it matters: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the intermediate shaft and assembly parts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2023.
Suspension Vehicle recall #23V413000 · 2023 · 305,282 vehicles
What's wrong: The rear coil springs May have been incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving.
Why it matters: Rear coil springs that detach from the vehicle while driving increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and if necessary, repair the rear coil spring assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 29, 2023.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #23V577000 · 2023 · 162,713 vehicles
What's wrong: The central vision park assist module (cvpam) software May prevent the rearview image from displaying when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: A rearview image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility of the rear view, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the central vision park assist module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 31, 2023.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #24V111000 · 2024 · 199,143 vehicles
What's wrong: A hybrid control processor (hcp) software error May cause the defrosting and defogging system to be inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "windshield defrosting and defogging systems."
Why it matters: An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system May decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the hcp software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 29, 2024.
Suspension, Steering Vehicle recall #24V132000 · 2024 · 338,238 vehicles
What's wrong: The upper control arm ball joint and steering knuckle May separate and cause the wheel to fall outward, resulting in a loss of vehicle control.
Why it matters: A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the upper control arm pinch bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 2, 2024.
Exterior lights, Electrical Vehicle recall #24V130000 · 2024 · 9,433 vehicles
What's wrong: When the master headlight switch is set to the auto position, the driver May be unable to quickly activate the high beams. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Why it matters: High beam headlights that do not activate as intended can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will reconfigure the vehicle high beam parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2024.
Airbags, Steering Vehicle recall #24V199000 · 2024 · 38,164 vehicles
What's wrong: , and Chrysler voyager vehicles. The steering column control module May not be welded properly, which can prevent the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Why it matters: An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module, as necessary free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024 through June 20, 2024.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #24V291000 · 2024 · 2 vehicles
What's wrong: Improperly fastened screen module connections May prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
The fix: Dealers will secure the display screen module connections, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #24V289000 · 2024 · 8 vehicles
What's wrong: An improperly connected coaxial cable May prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
The fix: Dealers will secure the coaxial cable connection, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been remedied.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #24V436000 · 2024 · 1,033,433 vehicles
What's wrong: The radio software May prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the radio software or the software will be ota, "over-the-air," free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 9, 2024.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #24V434000 · 2024 · 53 vehicles
What's wrong: A bolt for the second-row seat belt buckle May not be tightened properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
Why it matters: An improperly secured seat belt buckle May not properly restrain occupants during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the second-row seat buckle bolt as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2024.
Airbags Vehicle recall #24V897000 · 2024 · 14 vehicles
What's wrong: An improperly secured connector for the front seat side air bags (sab) May prevent the air bags from deploying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "side impact protection."
Why it matters: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers secured the connector, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been remedied. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2024.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #25V430000 · 2025 · 1,689 vehicles
What's wrong: The blower motor May fail, which can cause the defrosting and defogging system to be inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "windshield defrosting and defogging systems."
Why it matters: An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system May decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the blower motor, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2025.
Seats Vehicle recall #25V472000 · 2025 · 121,398 vehicles
What's wrong: The second-row seat head restraints May not lock in the upright position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "head restraints."
Why it matters: Head restraints that do not lock can result in an increased risk of injury to seat occupants during a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace both second-row seat head restraints, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2025.
Electrical Vehicle recall #25V576000 · 2025 · 91,787 vehicles
What's wrong: A software error within the hybrid control processor May result in a loss of drive power.
Why it matters: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the hybrid control processer software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2025.
Electrical Vehicle recall #25V741000 · 2025 · 320,068 vehicles
What's wrong: The high voltage battery May fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
Why it matters: A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: 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. Some owner notification letters were mailed…
Suspension Vehicle recall #26V051000 · 2026 · 80,620 vehicles
What's wrong: The rear coil springs May be incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving.
Why it matters: Rear coil springs that detach from the vehicle while driving increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the rear coil spring assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed February 12, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in March 2026.
Airbags Vehicle recall #26V328000 · 2026 · 419,035 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: Delayed air bag deployment during a crash increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will update the occupant restraint controller module software, free of charge. Some owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 18, 2026.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #26V413000 · 2026 · 7 vehicles
What's wrong: A software error May cause the transmission gear selection indicator not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 102, "transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect."
Why it matters: A missing gear selection indicator May lead to unintended vehicle movement or a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the shifter module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 20, 2026.
Suspension Vehicle recall #26V562000 · 2026 · 328,381 vehicles
What's wrong: The rear coil springs May be incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving.
Why it matters: Rear coil springs that detach from the vehicle while driving increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the rear coil spring lower isolators, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 29, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 3 mention a fire, 17 injuries and 1 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (178): the most common themes are electrical failure (88), stalls / loses power (40), warning light on (39).
- Engine (83): the most common themes are electrical failure (35), stalls / loses power (28), warning light on (19).
- Suspension (65): the most common themes are steering problems (18), noise or vibration (15).
- Other / unknown (64): the most common themes are electrical failure (13), warning light on (11), stalls / loses power (9).
The 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 392 owner complaints, ranking #24 of 37 Grand Cherokee model years for complaints (well below the 786 average). Complaints peaked in 2025 (135 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 20,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2022 (261 complaints, 13 recalls), 2024 (245 complaints, 16 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 22 | Regular |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 22 | Regular |
| 5.7 L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 14 | 22 | 17 | Midgrade |
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FAQ
Does the 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 21 vehicle recalls for the 2023 Jeep Grand 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 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems?
Owners have filed 392 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (178), engine (83), suspension (65).
What gas mileage does the 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee get?
EPA ratings run up to 22 mpg combined (3.6 L, Automatic 8-spd), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
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