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2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 292 brake complaints for the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 12% of all complaints that year, tied to 22 crashes, 3 fires, and 6 injuries. Median mileage at failure was 20,450, and four related recalls cover brake booster and software issues.

Brakes complaints
292
12% of 2,375
Crashes reported
22
Fires reported
3
Injuries reported
6
Median mileage
20,450 mi
Related recalls
4

Typical brake symptoms owners report

  • Brake pedal is depressed but the vehicle fails to slow or stop, leading to low-speed collisions with vehicles ahead.
  • Vehicle rolls forward or backward unexpectedly after the driver believes it is in park with foot off or on the brake, sometimes striking parked cars.
  • Brakes feel unresponsive or require much greater pedal pressure than normal during sudden stops in traffic, even with automatic braking warnings displayed.
  • Owners report brake failure linked to electrical system faults, including loss of interior and exterior lights along with brake non-response.
  • Some owners state they had already received notice of an open NHTSA recall campaign related to the brake system before the failure occurred.

When 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee brake complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 4, 2013, latest Jul 9, 2026.

2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee brakes complaints: complaints filed per quarter682013 Q32015 Q12016 Q32018 Q12019 Q32021 Q42023 Q3
292 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2013 Q3 to 2026 Q3; peak 2014 Q3 (68).

Brakes recalls for the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee

  1. NHTSA 17V572000Sep 18, 2017Brakes646,394 vehicles

    Service brakes

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles had brake booster shields installed under a previous campaign to prevent water from entering the brake booster and limiting braking ability. This recall is to verify that the brake booster shield installation was performed properly.

    Risk: If the brake booster shield was not installed properly, the vehicle's braking ability may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster shield, correcting the installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November10, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T59.

  2. NHTSA 14V636000Oct 8, 2014Brakes132,792 vehicles

    Electronic stability control (esc)

    Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Dodge Durango, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 3, 2013, to April 11, 2014. Due to an issue with the software for the Steering Column Control Module (SCCM), the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) may be disabled.

    Risk: If the ESC is disabled during certain driving situations, the driver may not be able to adequately control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the SCCM software, free of charge. The recall began on November 24, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P64.

  3. NHTSA 14V154000Apr 1, 2014Brakes646,498 vehicles

    Service brakes

    Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured from January 5, 2010, through September 8, 2013. The subject vehicles have a brake booster with a center shell that may corrode and allow water to get inside.

    Risk: The water inside could freeze and limit the braking ability of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a water diverter shield to the booster after the booster has been tested to confirm it can hold an acceptable amount of vacuum pressure. If the booster inspection confirms an unacceptable loss of vacuum pressure, the booster will be replaced. Repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began on May 30, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall campaign number is P14.

  4. NHTSA 13V483000Oct 17, 2013Brakes90,981 vehicles

    Electronic stability control (esc)

    Chrysler Group, LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 8, 2013, through August 20, 2013. Due to a disruption of computer communications and loose alternator ground wires, the affected vehicles may experience random illumination of multiple instrument cluster warning lights, loss of cluster illumination and loss of anti-lock brake system (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC) function. Because of these conditions, the vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 101, "Controls and Displays," and No. 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."

    Risk: A loss of ABS and ESC function reduces the driver's ability to control the vehicle. Drivers would not be warned of brake system failures or any other failures which would be illuminated on the dashboard display. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ABS and instrument cluster module software and tighten the alternator ground wire, free of charge. The recall began on November 19, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N58.

Brakes complaints by Grand Cherokee model year

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

  1. 201015 (13%)
  2. 2011347 (21%)
  3. 2012307 (19%)
  4. 2013159 (20%)
  5. 2014292 (12%)
  6. 201549 (4%)
  7. 201636 (12%)
  8. 201740 (11%)
  9. 201868 (8%)
  10. 2019118 (32%)
  11. 202013 (5%)
  12. 202130 (7%)
  13. 202215 (6%)
  14. 202328 (7%)
  15. 202417 (7%)
  16. 20256 (8%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
NHTSA lists 292 brake-related complaints for the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee, which is 12% of all complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Yes. NHTSA lists four related recalls covering brakes, including campaigns 17V572000, 14V636000, 14V154000, and 13V483000, addressing brake booster shields and ABS/SCCM software.
At what mileage do 2014 Grand Cherokee brake problems typically show up?
The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this brake issue is 20,450 miles.
Have the brake problems caused crashes or injuries?
NHTSA data tied to this brake complaint category shows 22 crashes, 3 fires, and 6 injuries reported for the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Is 2014 the worst year for Grand Cherokee brake complaints?
No. Among model years listed, 2011 (21%) and 2019 (32%) show a higher share of complaints tied to brakes than 2014's 12%.

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.