2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 12, 2026 · 39 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Grand Cherokee L years
Fewer complaints than other years 5th of 6 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
5 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 39 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L. That ranks 5th out of 6 Grand Cherokee L model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (17 complaints, 44%). Complaints mention 6 crashes, 2 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Unknown or Other17
Electrical System14
Power Train8 · ~24,000 mi
Engine7 · ~21,800 mi
Forward Collision Avoidance7
Service Brakes4
Fuel/propulsion System3
Steering3 · ~3,000 mi
Vehicle Speed Control3
Air Bags2
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Unknown or Other1744%———
Electrical System1436%———
Power Train821%24,000——
Engine718%21,800——
Forward Collision Avoidance718%———
Service Brakes410%———
Fuel/propulsion System38%———
Steering38%3,000——
Vehicle Speed Control38%———
Air Bags25%———
Exterior Lighting25%714——
Lane Departure25%———
Visibility/wiper25%———
Engine and Engine Cooling13%714——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic13%3,000——
Structure13%———
Suspension13%———
Visibility13%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2026, with 21 complaints
2025: 182025182026: 21202621

n = 39 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L recalls (2)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systemsSep 1, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V559000 · 201,975 vehicles

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer, 2024-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L, 2025-2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, and 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. Due to a software error, the tire pressure monitoring system may fail to detect low tire pressure and/or fail to illuminate the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System."

Risk: A TPMS warning light that fails to notify the driver of low tire pressure increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the radio frequency hub software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 54D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 9, 2026.

Air bags: air bag/restraint control module:softwareMay 21, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V328000 · 419,035 vehicles

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. 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."

Risk: Delayed air bag deployment during a crash increases the risk of injury.

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. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 01D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

My GRAND CHEROCKEE Limited Edition 2025, has an intermittent and recurring, sudden, TOTAL LOSS OF PROPULSION condition, since I bought it new in 2025, making this vehicle a safety hazard. While driving, the engine suddenly begins to roar. Immediately afterward, the vehicle experiences a sudden and…

Unknown or Other · received Oct 12, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11770624

On 10/5/26 our jeep grand cherokee was parked in our drive way with the ignition started and the car in the park position. While my mom was in the car in the drivers seat, the car accelerated forward at a rapid speed and left the park position. The car slammed into my garage and caused severe…

Air Bags · received Oct 8, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11769925

OnXXX at approximately 915 am I was making a LEFT hand turn across 3 lanes of 422, when the vehicle appeared to have a serious electrical failure and complete shut down as nothing on the vehicle was working and I was unable to immediately exit the vehicle. I was about 3 ft out into the intersection…

Electrical System · received Sep 30, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11768035

While driving my 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited, the panoramic sunroof glass suddenly and unexpectedly shattered/burst while the vehicle was in motion. There was absolutely no rock, road debris, object, collision, or other impact that struck the glass before it failed. The failure occurred…

Visibility · received Sep 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11765763

The occurrence happened 4 times. While driving when the accelerator is pushed, and not in an extreme way, the engine will rev to the maximum level, the transmission stopped working the car comes to a slow stop and the ignition must be switched off to stop the run away engine. Then restarted without…

Power Train · received Sep 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11765808

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L?

Owners most often report unknown or other, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 17 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Grand Cherokee L model years, the 2025 has fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.