How many steering complaints does the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?

NHTSA lists 18 steering complaints for the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee, which is 5% of the 364 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the steering component on this model year.

At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee is 33,000 miles.

Did any steering complaints involve a crash or injury?

Yes, NHTSA data for this component shows 1 crash and 1 injury among the reported steering complaints.

How does 2017 compare to other Grand Cherokee years for steering complaints?

The 2017 model's 5% share is similar to 2011, 2016, and 2020, but well below 2021, which shows a 25% share of steering-related complaints.

2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 18 steering complaints for the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 5% of its 364 total complaints. Owners report steering lock-up while driving, sudden power steering loss, and

Steering complaints: 18; 5% of 364
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 33,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Steering wheel locks up suddenly while driving or turning, sometimes narrowly avoiding a crash.
Power steering assist cuts out unexpectedly at highway speed, paired with warnings for landsense or power steering unavailable.
Vehicle exhibits a violent 'death wobble' when flat-towed behind a motorhome or RV, tied to the electric power steering system.
Electrical system failures cause loss of power steering along with dashboard flickering, stalling, or inoperable gauges.
Steering and brake loss occur together during stop-and-go driving, sometimes at intersections or on hills.

When 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee steering complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 1, 2018, latest Nov 15, 2025.

18 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2018 to Nov 2025; peak Mar 2019 (2).

Steering recalls for the 2017 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 many steering complaints does the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?: NHTSA lists 18 steering complaints for the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee, which is 5% of the 364 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the steering component on this model year.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee is 33,000 miles.
Did any steering complaints involve a crash or injury?: Yes, NHTSA data for this component shows 1 crash and 1 injury among the reported steering complaints.
How does 2017 compare to other Grand Cherokee years for steering complaints?: The 2017 model's 5% share is similar to 2011, 2016, and 2020, but well below 2021, which shows a 25% share of steering-related complaints.