How many electrical system complaints does the 2019 Jeep Cherokee have?

NHTSA lists 346 electrical system complaints for the 2019 Jeep Cherokee, making up 21% of all 1,641 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for electrical problems on the 2019 Jeep Cherokee?

Yes. Recall 18V917000 covers instrument cluster failures that can prevent warning chimes, messages, and gauges from activating; dealers replace the cluster free of charge.

At what mileage do electrical problems usually appear on the 2019 Cherokee?

The median mileage at failure among reported electrical system complaints is 11,750 miles.

Are the electrical issues dangerous?

NHTSA data tied to this problem area for the 2019 Cherokee includes 3 crashes, 4 fires, and 0 injuries.

How does the 2019 Cherokee compare to other years for electrical complaints?

The 2019 model's 346 electrical complaints and 21% share are lower than 2017 (26%) and 2018 (28%), but higher than 2020 (11%) and 2021 (14%).

2019 Jeep Cherokee Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 346 electrical system complaints for the 2019 Jeep Cherokee, 21% of all complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 11,750. A related recall (18V917000) covers instrument cluster failures, though most reported issues involve stalling, fires, and touchscreen faults.

Electrical System complaints: 346; 21% of 1,641
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 4
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 11,750 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Vehicles unexpectedly catch fire, sometimes after owners noticed a burning odor days earlier, with fires occurring both while parked and while driving.
The auto start/stop system fails to restart the engine after stopping, leaving the vehicle stalled in traffic or on inclines with the transmission display flashing all gears.
The engine stalls or shuts off unexpectedly while driving at low speed, including on freeway on-ramps and at stop signs, sometimes triggering multiple warning codes.
The touchscreen radio overheats, displays multi-colored lines, or loses running lights on one side, requiring dealer replacement of the unit.
Dash warning lights blink on and off in connection with brake lockup complaints, sometimes at very low mileage shortly after purchase.

When 2019 Jeep Cherokee electrical complaints were filed

First complaint May 3, 2018, latest Sep 15, 2026.

346 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2018 Q2 to 2026 Q3; peak 2020 Q3 (21).

Electrical System recalls for the 2019 Jeep Cherokee

NHTSA 18V917000Dec 20, 2018Electrical System52 vehicles
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The instrument cluster may fail resulting in a lack of activation of warning chimes, messages, and gauges.
Risk: Without the activation of warning chimes, messages, and gauges to provide vehicle information to the driver, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UC4.
NHTSA 18V524000Aug 9, 2018Electrical System12,779 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring:front underhood
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
Risk: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.

Electrical System complaints by Cherokee model year

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

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 2019 Jeep Cherokee have?: NHTSA lists 346 electrical system complaints for the 2019 Jeep Cherokee, making up 21% of all 1,641 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for electrical problems on the 2019 Jeep Cherokee?: Yes. Recall 18V917000 covers instrument cluster failures that can prevent warning chimes, messages, and gauges from activating; dealers replace the cluster free of charge.
At what mileage do electrical problems usually appear on the 2019 Cherokee?: The median mileage at failure among reported electrical system complaints is 11,750 miles.
Are the electrical issues dangerous?: NHTSA data tied to this problem area for the 2019 Cherokee includes 3 crashes, 4 fires, and 0 injuries.
How does the 2019 Cherokee compare to other years for electrical complaints?: The 2019 model's 346 electrical complaints and 21% share are lower than 2017 (26%) and 2018 (28%), but higher than 2020 (11%) and 2021 (14%).