2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Fuel System Problems
NHTSA lists 33 fuel system complaints for the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 9% of that year's 364 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 25,000. A related recall (22V406000) covers high pressure fuel pump failures on 2014-2020 Grand Cherokee diesel models, though it was reported in 2022, after these owner complaints began.
- Fuel System complaints
- 33
- 9% of 364
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 25,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical fuel system symptoms owners report
- Fuel pumps at the gas station shut off early as if the tank were full while the gauge still reads empty, sometimes followed by gas spraying back out onto the vehicle or driver.
- Filling the tank becomes extremely slow, taking many minutes and accepting only small amounts of fuel at a time before the nozzle clicks off repeatedly.
- The engine stalls unexpectedly while driving at moderate speeds, sometimes restarting on its own and sometimes requiring multiple attempts or a full stop.
- Throttle response lags for one to two seconds during acceleration, especially in stop-and-go traffic or low-range 4x4 use, then surges forward once power engages.
- Owners report a strong fuel odor and visible fuel leaking from under the engine after a stall, with the leak stopping once the vehicle is parked.
When 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee fuel system complaints were filed
First complaint May 21, 2017, latest Aug 2, 2026.
Fuel System recalls for the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee
- NHTSA 22V406000Jun 9, 2022Fuel System138,645 vehicles
Fuel system, diesel:delivery:fuel pump
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. A high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure may introduce internal debris into the fuel system, potentially resulting in fuel starvation.
Risk: Fuel starvation may result in an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the HPFP, and inspect and replace, if necessary, additional fuel system components, free of charge. Interim notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 21, 2022. Owner notification letters for were mailed for Jeep Grand Cherokee owners starting January 11, 2024. Owner notification letters for Ram 1500 owners were mailed March 7, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLS's number for this recall is Z46.
Fuel System complaints by Grand Cherokee model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many fuel system complaints does the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
- NHTSA lists 33 fuel system complaints for the 2017 Grand Cherokee, which is 9% of the 364 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a fuel system recall for the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
- Yes. Recall 22V406000 covers 2014-2020 Grand Cherokee and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 vehicles with 3.0L diesel engines, where a high pressure fuel pump failure can introduce debris into the fuel system. Dealers replace the pump and related components free of charge.
- At what mileage do 2017 Grand Cherokee fuel system problems typically appear?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 25,000 miles.
- Did the fuel system issues cause any crashes or fires?
- NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires linked to fuel system complaints for the 2017 Grand Cherokee, out of 33 total complaints in this area.
- How does the 2017 Grand Cherokee compare to other years for fuel system complaints?
- The 2017 model's 33 fuel system complaints and 9% share are lower than years like 2011 (283 complaints, 17% share) and 2012 (248 complaints, 15% share), based on NHTSA's model-year breakdown.