2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L has a complaint index of 100, the worst among the 5 model years with data, and carries an Avoid verdict. It logs 91 complaints, 6 recalls, and its top problem area is Suspension, Wheels & Tires at 40% of complaints.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 100/100
- #1 of 5 Grand Cherokee L years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 91
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 6
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 3
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 2
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 21
- 18 city / 25 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires36 (40%)
- Electrical System24 (26%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras12 (13%)
- Other9 (10%)
- Engine8 (9%)
- Structure & Body8 (9%)
- Brakes7 (8%)
- Steering6 (7%)
- Transmission & Powertrain4 (4%)
- Airbags3 (3%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Rear coil springs detach or come loose from the suspension, sometimes jamming into a tire and causing a sudden drop at highway speed.
- The accelerator pedal reportedly sticks or the vehicle accelerates on its own during slow-speed or stop-and-go driving, in some cases leading to a collision.
- Electrical systems act up in various ways, including brakes applying on their own, seats shifting unexpectedly, and false alerts from the navigation and collision systems.
- High-beam headlights fail to engage while daytime running lights are on, with dealers unable to identify a cause.
- Owners describe a 'death wobble' or poor tracking while flat-towing or driving at highway speed.
- The rear liftgate intermittently refuses to open and shows a false object-detection alert on the instrument cluster.
2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L recalls
6 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V562000Sep 1, 2026Suspension, Wheels & Tires328,381 vehicles
Suspension:rear:springs:coil springs
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE vehicles. The rear coil springs may be incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving.
Risk: Rear coil springs that detach from the vehicle while driving increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear coil spring lower isolators, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed September 29, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 89D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 9, 2026. This recall replaces NHTSA recall numbers 26V051 and 23V413. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.
- NHTSA 26V328000May 21, 2026Airbags419,035 vehicles
Air bags: air bag/restraint control module:software
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. A software error in the occupant restraint controller module may cause the delayed deployment of the side air bags during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Risk: Delayed air bag deployment during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the occupant restraint controller module software, free of charge. Some owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 18, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 01D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.
- NHTSA 26V051000Jan 29, 2026Suspension, Wheels & Tires80,620 vehicles
Suspension:rear:springs:coil springs
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L and 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The rear coil springs may be incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving.
Risk: Rear coil springs that detach from the vehicle while driving increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the rear coil spring assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed February 12, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in March 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 20D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 30, 2026. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 23V413. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 18 MPG
- Highway
- 25 MPG
- Combined
- 21 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,100
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2023 compared with other Grand Cherokee L years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L reliable?
- Compared with other Grand Cherokee L years, 2023 ranks worst, with a complaint index of 100 and 91 NHTSA complaints, giving it an Avoid verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L?
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires issues make up 40% of complaints, followed by Electrical System problems at 26% and Collision Avoidance & Cameras at 13%.
- Does the 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L have a coil spring recall?
- Yes. NHTSA lists two recalls (26V562000 and 26V051000) covering rear coil springs that may be installed incorrectly and detach from the vehicle.
- How many recalls does the 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L have?
- NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2023 model, covering suspension coil springs, airbag software, second-row head restraints, an HVAC blower motor, and an airbag connector.
- What year Grand Cherokee L should I avoid?
- Based on complaint index, 2023 (100) and 2025 (75) carry Avoid verdicts, while 2022 (index 0) and 2021 (index 25) are rated Best and Good, respectively.