2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee: reliability, problems and cost to own
Smart buyAbove average
It scores 77 out of 100 for reliability compared with other midsize SUVs. Over the next 5 years we expect it to cost about $16,176 to own, including $2,907 in repairs.
Early estimate: this rating uses our own sales estimate for the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
These are estimates, not guarantees. They come from public NHTSA complaint and recall data and EPA fuel economy, assuming 5 years of ownership and 12,000 miles a year. Change the assumptions or see how it works.
Where repair money is likely to go
Engine & cooling$1,336
Transmission & drivetrain$916
Electrical system$177
Driver-assist & stability$120
Body, glass & interior$90
Steering$66
Expected over 5 years, by area of the car.
Recalls
Engine And Engine CoolingJun 8, 2023 · campaign 23V411000
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.
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.
Engine And Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)Nov 12, 2020 · campaign 20V699000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with the 3.0L EcoDiesel
engines. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system. This mixture may combust inside the intake manifold.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ram 1500 and 2014-2016 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.
Electrical System › WiringMay 17, 2018 · campaign 18V332000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jee
Accessible Technologies, Inc. (ATI) is recalling certain ProCharger Superchargers, model numbers AB037A-100, AB037A-100P, and A037A-100B, sold for installation on 2012-2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 and SRT vehicles. The supercharger mounting bracket may contact and damage the ABS line, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 10, 2016, to April 28, 2016 and equipped with a 3.6L engine built at the Saltillo engine plant. During the assembly of the engine, the fuel rail crossover tube may have been damaged, which, over time, may result in a fuel leak.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured May 15, 2015 to February 19, 2016. The brake transmission shift interlock solenoid may have a loose electrical connection which could result in a loss of solenoid function.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › CaliperMar 23, 2016 · campaign 16V168000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured December 9, 2015, to January 14, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the left front brake caliper may crack due to being made from an incorrect material.
Check whether a specific car still has open recalls with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
No. It scores 77 out of 100, one of the more reliable midsize SUVs of 2015–2024.
Is the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee reliable?
It scores 77 out of 100 against other midsize SUVs from 2015 to 2024, which is above average. Based on 312 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, we expect about $2,907 in repairs over the next 5 years at 12,000 miles a year.
How much does a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee cost to own?
About $16,176 over 5 years: $3,555 in lost value, $2,907 in repairs and $9,714 in fuel at $3.40 a gallon. A typical one sells for about $15,794 today.
What are the best years of the Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Of the years we rate, the 2016 scores best (77/100) and the 2024 worst (10/100).
How many recalls does the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?