2015 Jeep
Grand Cherokee 4WD
Auto 8-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo
Jeep Grand Cherokee: best and worst years
Overview
- Body
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Transmission
- Automatic 8-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Powertrain
- DieselEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Fuel
- DieselEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Engine & performance
- Cyl
- 6EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Aspiration
- TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Start-stop system
- NoEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Efficiency
- MPG Hwy
- 28 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- MPG City
- 21 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- MPG Comb
- 24 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Fuel $/yr
- $3,250EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- CO₂
- 432 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Eco Score
- 5/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Smog score
- 5/10
- Elec. Range
- 0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Real-world MPG
- 27.9 mpg, reported by 5 driversabout 3.9 mpg above the EPA combined estimate
- SmartWay certified
- No
Dimensions & capacity
- Length
- 190 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Width
- 76 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Height
- 69 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Wheelbase
- 115 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Curb Weight
- 4,874 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Safety NHTSA, model year
- Overall crash rating
- ★★★★★
- Rollover rating
- ★★★★★
- Stability control (ESC)
- Standard
- Forward-collision warning
- Optional
- Lane-departure warning
- No
- Recalls
- 10
- Owner complaints
- 1,333
- Reported injuries
- 91
Feature availability
Which features come standard, cost extra, or are locked to a pricier trim arrives with the next data phase. Standard equipment shows here today.
Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year
- POWER TRAIN20%
- SEATS18%
- ENGINE11%
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER11%
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM8%
- AIR BAGS6%
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 1,734 total.
Jeep Grand Cherokee: best and worst yearsFederal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year
EA23001Openopened Mar 17, 2023FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
High pressure fuel pump failure
EA21002Openopened Sep 17, 2021AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
PE19011opened Sep 16, 2019SEAT BELTS
Seat Belt Retraction
PE19014opened Sep 9, 2019SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment
EA16002opened Feb 3, 2016POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Vehicle rollaway, engine on
PE15030opened Aug 20, 2015POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Powered vehicle rollaway
RQ15004opened Jul 24, 2015ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software security vulnerability
PE15021opened Jun 1, 2015FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM
False Positive Automated Braking
Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year
351 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year
Jul 24, 2024STRUCTURE:BODY31-001-24
"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. NOTE: Verify current warranty policy to determine if digital imaging pre-authorization is required or pre-approval is required from the Regional Office; depending on market. This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary removing corrosion and refinishing the suspect aluminum panels on the vehicle,
Jan 10, 2024ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERYS1408000384
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
Sep 20, 2023SUSPENSION9100229
LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.
Sep 15, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM9100226
Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved.
Aug 30, 2023EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL93120
FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-20 "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC
Aug 30, 2023EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL93023
Warranty Bulletin D-16-03 - "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC (Rev. B)
Jul 27, 2023EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL9100196
Lubrication and Maintenance Fluids If MOPAR fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review Service Library for specifications so a suitable alternative can be used
May 18, 2023ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING0700723
Water Quality When Mixed With Engine Coolant
- and 343 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
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.