2017 Jeep

Cherokee FWD

Auto 9-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L

Jeep Cherokee: best and worst years

Overview

Body: Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain: Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission: Automatic 9-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain: GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel: RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

HP: 184
Power to weight: 0.039 hp/lb
Axle ratio: 1.79
Cyl: 4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration: Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system: NoEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy: 30 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City: 21 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb: 25 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr: $2,500EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂: 361 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score: 5/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score: 6/10
Elec. Range: 0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Real-world MPG: 19.9 mpg, reported by 2 driversabout 5.1 mpg below 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: 4,676 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: Optional
Recalls: 6
Owner complaints: 1,319
Reported injuries: 27

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.

Standard

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

POWER TRAIN33%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM18%
UNKNOWN OR OTHER18%
ENGINE13%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL3%
SERVICE BRAKES3%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 1,912 total.

Jeep Cherokee: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

EA21002Openopened Sep 17, 2021AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

183 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

Apr 22, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS2523000003 REV.A
Door Latch, Handle And Ajar Additional Service Information.
Apr 11, 2026POWER TRAIN21-027-26 REV. A
Two Speed Power Transfer Unit Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ? C1494-07 - PTU Fork Position-Mechanincal Failures. Customers m
Apr 8, 2026POWER TRAIN21-027-26
Two Speed Power Transfer Unit Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ? C1494-07 - PTU Fork Position-Mechanincal Failures. Customers m
Apr 8, 2026POWER TRAIN14082
(XX1) Two Speed Power Transfer Unit (PTU) - Select 2017 - 2019 Jeep Cherokee (KL)
Apr 8, 2026POWER TRAIN14081
(XX1) Two Speed Power Transfer Unit (PTU) - Select 2017 - 2019 Jeep Cherokee (KL)
Apr 8, 2026POWER TRAIN14079
(XX1) Two Speed Power Transfer Unit (PTU) - Select 2017 - 2019 Jeep Cherokee (KL)
Apr 8, 2026POWER TRAIN14078
(XX1) Two Speed Power Transfer Unit (PTU) - Select 2017 - 2019 Jeep Cherokee (KL)
Apr 8, 2026POWER TRAIN111447
ID-26-19 (XX1) Two Speed Power Transfer Unit (PTU) - Select 2017 - 2019 Jeep Cherokee (KL)
and 175 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.