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2014 Jeep Cherokee Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 84 suspension, wheels & tire complaints for the 2014 Jeep Cherokee, 3% of all complaints that year, with 6 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries reported. A related recall (14V392000) covers rear shocks that could detach due to an insufficient weld. Median mileage at failure was 14,200.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints
84
3% of 2,646
Crashes reported
6
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
2
Median mileage
14,200 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

  • Lug bolts strip out and a front wheel separates from the vehicle while driving, sometimes with rotors that become loose.
  • Front-end wobble occurs when starting from a dead stop or turning right, in some cases persisting after axle replacement.
  • A propeller-like noise comes from the front end at speeds above roughly 30 mph.
  • Suspension or A-frame components, including the steering knuckle and lower control arm, have broken apart while driving, leading to loss of control.
  • Rear shocks can detach at one end, matching the issue described in recall 14V392000.

When 2014 Jeep Cherokee suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 7, 2014, latest Mar 5, 2025.

2014 Jeep Cherokee suspension, wheels & tires complaints: complaints filed per quarter132014 Q12015 Q12016 Q12017 Q12018 Q22019 Q32021 Q32024 Q3
84 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2014 Q1 to 2025 Q1; peak 2014 Q3 (13).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2014 Jeep Cherokee

  1. NHTSA 14V392000Jul 2, 2014Suspension, Wheels & Tires20,347 vehicles

    Suspension:rear:shock absorber

    Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jeep Cherokee and Ram 1500 and 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles. Due to an insufficient weld, the rear shocks may detach from the vehicle at one end and possibly damage other chassis components, the tire or result in reduced braking.

    Risk: Damage to the tire or reduced braking increases the risk of a vehicle crash.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear shocks and replace any affected ones, free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P37.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Cherokee model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 20061 (6%)
  2. 201484 (3%)
  3. 201566 (4%)
  4. 201638 (3%)
  5. 201727 (2%)
  6. 201810 (1%)
  7. 201937 (2%)
  8. 202013 (4%)
  9. 20216 (4%)
  10. 20222 (4%)
  11. 20230 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many suspension, wheels & tire complaints does the 2014 Jeep Cherokee have?
NHTSA lists 84 complaints in this category for the 2014 Jeep Cherokee, which is 3% of the 2,646 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2014 Jeep Cherokee suspension?
Yes. Recall 14V392000, reported July 2, 2014, covers rear shocks that may detach from the vehicle due to an insufficient weld. Dealers inspect and replace affected shocks free of charge.
At what mileage do suspension problems typically show up on the 2014 Cherokee?
NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 14,200 miles at the time of failure for suspension, wheels & tire complaints.
Have suspension issues caused crashes or injuries on the 2014 Cherokee?
NHTSA records 6 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries tied to suspension, wheels & tire complaints on the 2014 Jeep Cherokee.
How does 2014 compare to other Cherokee years for this problem?
The 2014 model year has the highest complaint count in this category at 84, compared to 66 in 2015, 38 in 2016, and lower counts in later years.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.