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2014 Jeep

Cherokee 4WD

Auto 9-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L

Jeep Cherokee: best and worst years
2014 Jeep Cherokee 4WD

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PhotoRudolf StrickerCC BY-SA 3.0via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic 9-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

HP
184
Power to weight
0.039 hp/lb
Axle ratio
1.79
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

Smog score
5/10
Real-world MPG
27.2 mpg, reported by 1 driverabout 4.2 mpg above the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

GVWR class
Class 1D (5,001 to 6,000 lb)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

⚠ This model year has a recall advising owners to park outside or away from structures (fire risk). Check with the manufacturer.

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Optional
Lane-departure warning
Optional
Recalls
13
Owner complaints
2,649 See on NHTSA
Reported injuries
39
Theft rate
0.5 per 1,000 produced (CY 2014 federal data)

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • POWER TRAIN37%
  • ENGINE13%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM11%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER7%
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM5%
  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL5%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 3,967 total.

Jeep Cherokee: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA record NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • PE22009opened Jul 22, 2022PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL:CONTROL MODULE

    Electronic Parking Brake Water Ingress

  • EA21002Openopened Sep 17, 2021AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

    Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

  • RQ15004opened Jul 24, 2015ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

    Software security vulnerability

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

384 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Mar 4, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS1408000384 REV.J

    Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On

  • Feb 14, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS1408000384 REV.I

    Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS Related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On

  • Dec 19, 2025POWER TRAINS1721000016 REV.B

    Service 4wd Light On, AWD System Service Required Message Illuminated. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) C14A7-97 PTU Motor Component Or System Operation Obstructed Or Blocked.

  • Sep 18, 2025SERVICE BRAKES107418

    SWITCH - CLUTCH STARTER INTERLOCK & MASTER CYLINDER ASSEMBLY - CLUTCH

  • Aug 16, 2025STRUCTURE:BODY31-001-25 REV. B

    Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.

  • Aug 15, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHER9100653

    Verify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders: Warranty, Mopar, customer pay and service contract. Order "68" part number for New unsold units only.

  • Aug 15, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHER9100645

    Verify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders: Warranty, Mopar, customer pay and service contract. Order "68" part number for New unsold units only.

  • Aug 14, 2025STRUCTURE:BODY31-001-25 REV. A

    Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.

  • and 376 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Source: www.cars.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.