How many electrical system complaints does the 2016 Jeep Cherokee have?

NHTSA lists 313 electrical system complaints for the 2016 Cherokee, which is 22% of the 1,406 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for electrical problems on the 2016 Jeep Cherokee?

Yes. Recall 18V332000, reported May 17, 2018, covers the electrical system and involves a dealer software flash on the engine or powertrain control module; it is not a do-not-drive or park-outside recall.

At what mileage do electrical failures typically show up on the 2016 Cherokee?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 42,560 miles for electrical system complaints on the 2016 Cherokee.

Do the electrical problems on the 2016 Cherokee involve fires?

NHTSA records show 4 fires and 2 crashes among the electrical system complaints for the 2016 Cherokee, along with 1 injury.

Is the 2016 Cherokee's electrical complaint rate high compared to other years?

Its 22% share is close to 2014 (18%) and 2015 (20%), but lower than 2017 (26%) and 2018 (28%), which had higher shares of electrical complaints.

2016 Jeep Cherokee Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 313 electrical system complaints for the 2016 Jeep Cherokee, 22% of all 1,406 complaints filed for that year. Owners reported fires, sudden fuel-system and headlight failures, and the median mileage at failure was 42,560. A related recall (18V332000) covers electrical system software issues.

Electrical System complaints: 313; 22% of 1,406
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 4
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 42,560 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report unexpected acceleration or speed changes at low speeds along with a rear wiper that stops working.
Multiple owners describe fires starting from the dashboard, cabin, or front seats, sometimes with smoke filling the interior before flames appeared.
Several complaints describe the vehicle left unattended in a garage consuming all its fuel, overheating the battery and melting nearby components including the fuel pump.
Owners report halogen headlights that are too dim, yellow-tinted, or provide insufficient forward visibility at night.
One owner reported the parking-brake indicator LED is hard to see in daylight and poorly colored for visibility.
A recall-related shift interlock solenoid electrical connector defect was reported as unresolved by a dealer for two months.

When 2016 Jeep Cherokee electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 25, 2015, latest Sep 3, 2026.

313 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2015 Q4 to 2026 Q3; peak 2019 Q3 (22).

Electrical System recalls for the 2016 Jeep Cherokee

NHTSA 18V332000May 17, 2018Electrical System4,815,661 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.

Electrical System complaints by Cherokee model year

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

20062 (12%)
2014480 (18%)
2015358 (20%)
2016313 (22%)
2017347 (26%)
2018190 (28%)
2019346 (21%)
202034 (11%)
202122 (14%)
202212 (24%)
20230 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical system complaints does the 2016 Jeep Cherokee have?: NHTSA lists 313 electrical system complaints for the 2016 Cherokee, which is 22% of the 1,406 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for electrical problems on the 2016 Jeep Cherokee?: Yes. Recall 18V332000, reported May 17, 2018, covers the electrical system and involves a dealer software flash on the engine or powertrain control module; it is not a do-not-drive or park-outside recall.
At what mileage do electrical failures typically show up on the 2016 Cherokee?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 42,560 miles for electrical system complaints on the 2016 Cherokee.
Do the electrical problems on the 2016 Cherokee involve fires?: NHTSA records show 4 fires and 2 crashes among the electrical system complaints for the 2016 Cherokee, along with 1 injury.
Is the 2016 Cherokee's electrical complaint rate high compared to other years?: Its 22% share is close to 2014 (18%) and 2015 (20%), but lower than 2017 (26%) and 2018 (28%), which had higher shares of electrical complaints.