YearToAvoid

2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Good The 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee has a complaint index of 30 and ranks 15th worst out of 21 model years, earning a Good verdict. Brakes are the top problem area with 118 complaints (32% share), and NHTSA lists 7 recalls for this year.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index
30/100
#15 of 21 Grand Cherokee years
Verdict
Good
vs. other years of this model
Complaints
367
unique NHTSA reports
Recalls
7
distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes
17
reported in complaints
Fires
4
Injuries
10
Top issue
Brakes
Best nearby year
2017
rated Best
NHTSA overall rating
5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
19
16 city / 23.5 hwy
Injuries / deaths
10 / 0

Top 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems

Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Brakes118 (32%)
  2. Electrical System88 (24%)
  3. Engine79 (22%)
  4. Other77 (21%)
  5. Transmission & Powertrain45 (12%)
  6. Collision Avoidance & Cameras21 (6%)
  7. Structure & Body20 (5%)
  8. Airbags19 (5%)
  9. Steering14 (4%)
  10. Suspension, Wheels & Tires12 (3%)

A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.

What owners report

  • Brakes fail to engage or respond during normal stops, sometimes causing the vehicle to rear-end or crash into another vehicle.
  • Multiple warning lights, including ABS, traction control, and stability control, illuminate together before a braking malfunction occurs.
  • Side airbags fail to deploy in side-impact crashes, even with significant door intrusion or a passenger-side pole strike at highway speed.
  • Steering wheel locks briefly at highway speed before releasing with a clicking sensation.
  • The vehicle accelerates unexpectedly on its own while shifting into reverse or while parking, leading to unintended collisions.
2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee complaints: complaints filed per quarter402019 Q12020 Q12021 Q12022 Q12023 Q12024 Q12025 Q12026 Q1
367 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2019 Q1 to 2026 Q3; peak 2025 Q3 (40).

2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls

7 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 24V838000Nov 7, 2024Brakes206,502 vehicles

    Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles. A malfunction in the antilock-brake system (ABS) module may incorrectly illuminate the brake lights and disable the ABS and electronic stability control (ESC). In addition, the vehicle operator may be able to start and shift out of Park without the brake pedal being applied.

    Risk: A vehicle that can be started and shifted out of Park without applying the brake pedal can result in a vehicle rollaway. Disabled ABS and ESC systems can reduce vehicle handling and control in certain driving situations. Brake lights that incorrectly illuminate can fail to properly indicate the driver's intention to following traffic. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated pressure transducer and update the ABS module software, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 94B. This recall replaces previous recall number 22V-426. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-426 will need to have the new remedy completed.

  2. NHTSA 23V411000Jun 8, 2023Engine80,629 vehicles

    Engine and engine cooling

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L Diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.

    Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 3, 2023. Some owner notification letters were mailed October 31, 2023. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated July 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 66A. This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-475.

  3. 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.

See all 7 recalls for the 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee →

2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee fuel economy and fuel cost

City
16 MPG
Highway
23.5 MPG
Combined
19 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$4,150
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.

2019 compared with other Grand Cherokee years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’05’06’07’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2017Best20364519
2018Avoid758531021
2019Good30367719
2020Good35238317
2021Caution554031217

All Jeep Grand Cherokee years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee reliable?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2019 model has a complaint index of 30 and ranks 15th worst out of 21 model years, earning a Good verdict relative to other Grand Cherokee years.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Brakes are the top problem area with 118 complaints (32% share), followed by the electrical system with 88 complaints (24%) and the engine with 79 complaints (22%).
Does the 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee have brake recalls?
Yes. NHTSA recall 24V838000 covers an ABS module malfunction on 2018-2019 Grand Cherokees, and it replaced an earlier related brake recall, 22V426000.
What mileage do brake problems show up at on the 2019 Grand Cherokee?
The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2019 Grand Cherokee is 51,850 miles.
How many recalls does the 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee, covering brakes, engine, fuel system, and collision-avoidance software, with none classified as do-not-drive.

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.