Jeep Grand Cherokee Fuel System, Gasoline Problems
Owners have filed 706 complaints with NHTSA about fuel system, gasoline problems on the Jeep Grand Cherokee across 28 model years. The 1997 model year has the most (150). The words owners use most often: “fuel pump” (28% of reports).
- 706fuel system, gasoline complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 29mention a crash
- 13mention an injury
- 9related recalls
- $1,500typical repair cost reported by owners
- 47%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Fuel pump: mentioned in 198 of 706 complaints (28%)
- Gas tank: mentioned in 82 of 706 complaints (12%)
- Gasoline structure: mentioned in 60 of 706 complaints (8%)
- Sending unit: mentioned in 54 of 706 complaints (8%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical fuel system, gasoline repair on the Jeep Grand Cherokee at $1,500, and half of them between $900 and $1,800.
Based on 26 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2000–2014), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do fuel system, gasoline problems happen?
Based on 236 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 706 complaints, 29 mention a crash, 20 a fire, 13 an injury.
Jeep Grand Cherokee fuel system, gasoline complaints by model year
| Model year | Fuel System, Gasoline complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Grand Cherokee | 1 | 1% | 6,500 |
| 2022 Grand Cherokee | 1 | 0% | — |
| 2021 Grand Cherokee | 1 | 0% | 30,000 |
| 2020 Grand Cherokee | 2 | 1% | 29,000 |
| 2019 Grand Cherokee | 1 | 0% | 56,000 |
| 2018 Grand Cherokee | 3 | 0% | 25,000 |
| 2017 Grand Cherokee | 1 | 0% | 188,000 |
| 2016 Grand Cherokee | 5 | 2% | 61,000 |
| 2015 Grand Cherokee | 2 | 0% | 124,471 |
| 2014 Grand Cherokee | 10 | 0% | 69,000 |
| 2013 Grand Cherokee | 6 | 1% | 100,000 |
| 2012 Grand Cherokee | 27 | 2% | 80,500 |
| 2011 Grand Cherokee | 36 | 2% | 57,600 |
| 2009 Grand Cherokee | 3 | 2% | 84,000 |
| 2008 Grand Cherokee | 2 | 0% | 22,611 |
| 2007 Grand Cherokee | 6 | 1% | 55,000 |
| 2006 Grand Cherokee | 6 | 0% | 55,000 |
| 2005 Grand Cherokee | 11 | 1% | 74,500 |
| 2004 Grand Cherokee | 19 | 1% | 82,000 |
| 2003 Grand Cherokee | 10 | 1% | 66,500 |
| 2002 Grand Cherokee | 35 | 2% | 71,000 |
| 2001 Grand Cherokee | 10 | 1% | 55,225 |
| 2000 Grand Cherokee | 43 | 3% | 61,000 |
| 1999 Grand Cherokee | 62 | 4% | 77,886 |
| 1998 Grand Cherokee | 99 | 10% | 102,000 |
| 1997 Grand Cherokee | 150 | 15% | 95,000 |
| 1996 Grand Cherokee | 102 | 11% | 121,000 |
| 1995 Grand Cherokee | 52 | 7% | 93,334 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (9)
Structure:frame and members; fuel system, gasoline; engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Model years: 2024
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The radiator crossmember bolts may not be properly secured, which can lead to improper air bag deployments and a fuel leak during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Risk: An improper air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury. A fuel leak can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and secure the crossmember bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 9, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is D1B.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Model years: 2018
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk vehicles equipped with a 6.2L Supercharged Engine. The fuel line may separate.
Risk: If the fuel line separates, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a fuel line separation increases the risk of an engine compartment fire and injury.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U02.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Model years: 2016
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 10, 2016, to April 28, 2016 and equipped with a 3.6L engine built at the Saltillo engine plant. During the assembly of the engine, the fuel rail crossover tube may have been damaged, which, over time, may result in a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine assembly for damage to the fuel rail crossover tube, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 23, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S85.
Structure; fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Model years: 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998
Problem: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The fuel tanks in these vehicles are at risk of failure and leakage in certain rear impacts.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Fix: Owners may take their vehicles to dealers and the dealers will perform a free inspection of the rear structure. On vehicles in the recall that are not equipped with a tow hitch, Chrysler will install a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles in the recall that are equipped with an aftermarket tow hitch, Chrysler will assess whether the hitch and surrounding areas show evidence of sharp edges or other puncture risks. If so, Chrysler will replace the tow hitch with a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles already equipped with a Chrysler designed tow hitch, Chrysler will inspect the area around the tow hitch installation, and if any installation issues are identified, they will be repaired free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign numbers are N45 (for the Grand Cherokee vehicles) and N46 (for the Liberty vehicles).
Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:injectors
Model years: 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002
Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with a 4.0l engine only, the design of the intake and exhaust manifolds could allow debris to accumulate at the #3 cylinder location.
Risk: This could result in a vehicle fire.
Fix: Dealers will install a manifold shield to modify the air flow characteristics and to prevent the accumulation of debris in the area of the #3 cylinder. Owner notification began may 13, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Model years: 2002
Problem: Certain sport utility vehicles equipped with a fuel tank brush guard fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." the onboard refueling vapor recovery (orvr) control valve can become detached during a crash, allowing fuel leakage.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will either replace the fuel tank brush guard with a skid plate or reinforce the existing fuel tank brush guard with a reinforcement bracket. Owner notification will begin march 4, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery
Model years: 2002
Problem: Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The fuel inlet check valve could stick in the partially open position. This condition could cause fuel to spill out of the filler tube during refueling.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel inlet check valve. Vehicles found to have a sticking fuel inlet check valve will have the fuel tank assembly replaced. Owner notification began december 24, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Model years: 2000
Problem: Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Some of these vehicles may have been built with fuel tanks with suspect vent tube welds.
Risk: Separation of the vent tube weld could result in a fuel leak. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace any fuel tanks built in the suspect time period. The vehicle will be inspected and if the bar code on the fuel tank indicates that the tank was built during the suspect period, it will be replaced.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Model years: 1997
Problem: Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles. The fuel tank mounted fuel level sending unit accuracy can degrade over time, indicating significantly more fuel in reserve than is actually present.
Risk: Owners may not be aware that their vehicle is low on fuel increasing the risk of a vehicle crash if the vehicle stops due to no fuel.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel level sending unit.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly sputtered and then stalled. The contact stated that there was a whining sound coming from the vehicle when the vehicle turned off. The vehicle was unable to be restarted. The vehicle…
The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and turned off, the vehicle became inoperable. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was…
The contact owns a 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received a notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V813000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that shortly after starting the engine, the vehicle experienced a loss of…
The contact owns a 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The contact was informed that an over-the-air software reset…
The contact owns a 1996 N/A Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V252000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, STRUCTURE). The local dealer was contacted; however, the dealer refused to perform the recall repair due to the age of the vehicle. The contact stated that…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Jeep Grand Cherokees have fuel system, gasoline problems?
No. NHTSA has 706 owner complaints about fuel system, gasoline for the Jeep Grand Cherokee. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Jeep Grand Cherokee fuel system, gasoline?
Yes: 9 safety recalls list fuel system, gasoline. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix fuel system, gasoline problems on the Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Owners report a typical cost of $1,500 (half paid between $900 and $1,800), from 26 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about fuel system, gasoline problems on the Jeep Grand Cherokee?
The most frequent phrase is “fuel pump”, in 198 of 706 complaints, followed by “gas tank” (82).
Other Jeep Grand Cherokee problems
- Electrical System problems (7,478)
- Power Train problems (4,329)
- Engine problems (2,879)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (2,328)
- Air Bags problems (2,201)
- Seats problems (1,613)
- Service Brakes problems (1,504)
- Visibility problems (1,454)
See all Jeep Grand Cherokee problems.