2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee: recalls and problems
6 recalls and 364 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine.
Most common problems
What owners report
On november 23, 2025, i was driving approximately 60 mph in the middle lane of i-495 near exit 62 in marlborough, massachusetts, with a passenger in the vehicle. i signaled to change lanes to pass a slower vehicle, selected sport mode, and accelerated. the engine rpm increased sharply and, almost immediately, i heard an extremely loud bang from the engine area. multiple warning lights began flashing on the instrument
I was pulling into my driveway and the vehicle accelerated by itself and crashed into my house looks like vehicle is beyond repair still waiting on adjuster report
After purchasing the jeep cherokee laredo 2017 in 2024, the jeep immediately in november/2024 started giving problems with the engine, i did report these issues to belise kia in west springfield, ma, after i dropped of the jeep in july/2025, i was told that the jeep needed a new engine. in january/2026 i got the jeep back, but the issues remain. i`ve tried to do the inspection and the jeep failed due to po349, po34
The contact owns a 2017 jeep cherokee. the contact stated while seated inside the vehicle with his wife, the gear shifter was shifted into drive; however, while depressing the brake pedal the vehicle accelerated independently. the check engine warning light was illuminated. a dealer was contacted. the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed; however, the diagnostic result was unknown. the accelerator pedal wa
Crash-test ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV 2WD | ||||
| 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV 4WD |
Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering GRAND CHEROKEE, GRAND CHEROKEE SRT. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.