How common are steering problems in the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

NHTSA lists 99 steering complaints for the 2012 Grand Cherokee, which is 6% of the 1,642 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a steering recall for the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

This data lists no related recalls tied to the steering complaints for the 2012 model year, though one sample complaint references a separate powertrain steering campaign.

At what mileage do steering problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2012 Grand Cherokee is 60,000 miles.

Did steering problems cause crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data tied to these steering complaints shows 5 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury for the 2012 Grand Cherokee.

How does the 2012 Grand Cherokee compare to other years for steering complaints?

The 2012 model's 99 steering complaints and 6% share are higher than most nearby years except 2011 (86 complaints, 5%) and 2021 (102 complaints, 25%).

2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Steering Problems

NHTSA logged 99 steering complaints for the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 6% of that year's 1,642 total complaints, with 5 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury reported. Median mileage at failure was 60,000. No related recalls are listed in this data.

Steering complaints: 99; 6% of 1,642
Crashes reported: 5
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 60,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Power steering hoses or the rack and pinion leak fluid, sometimes causing sudden loss of steering assist.
Steering wheel becomes difficult to turn or locks up unexpectedly, in some cases while the vehicle is moving at low speed.
Steering wheel vibrates violently at highway speed, with owners reporting repeated dealer visits and tire replacements that did not fix it.
Power steering pump whines before fluid is found leaking from the rack and pinion area.
Some owners connect steering failures to a broader powertrain steering recall campaign that caused long dealer wait times for parts.

When 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee steering complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 12, 2012, latest Jun 16, 2026.

99 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2012 Q3 to 2026 Q2; peak 2017 Q1 (8).

Steering recalls for the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Grand Cherokee model year

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

200564 (3%)
200637 (3%)
200749 (4%)
200824 (3%)
200911 (8%)
20103 (3%)
201186 (5%)
201299 (6%)
201326 (3%)
201481 (3%)
201541 (3%)
201616 (5%)
201718 (5%)
201814 (2%)
201914 (4%)
202013 (5%)
2021102 (25%)
202223 (9%)
202342 (11%)
20248 (3%)
20252 (3%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are steering problems in the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee?: NHTSA lists 99 steering complaints for the 2012 Grand Cherokee, which is 6% of the 1,642 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a steering recall for the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee?: This data lists no related recalls tied to the steering complaints for the 2012 model year, though one sample complaint references a separate powertrain steering campaign.
At what mileage do steering problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2012 Grand Cherokee is 60,000 miles.
Did steering problems cause crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data tied to these steering complaints shows 5 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury for the 2012 Grand Cherokee.
How does the 2012 Grand Cherokee compare to other years for steering complaints?: The 2012 model's 99 steering complaints and 6% share are higher than most nearby years except 2011 (86 complaints, 5%) and 2021 (102 complaints, 25%).