2014 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2014 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE has 3379 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 5.2x the segment average of 656. The most common issue is seats/restraints problems (15% of all complaints), specifically: i was rear ended by a car traveling +65 mph while i was traveling 15 mph. the car sustained over $15,000 in damage, however my concern is over the drivers seat which came of track and was badly misaligned. furthermore, my car has been in the shop for over 56 days now, and the parts required to f. There are 19 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 53 fire reports filed.
3379
Total Complaints
19
Recalls Issued
5/5
Safety Stars
5.2x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems(top 5 of 8)
SEATS/RESTRAINTS
522 complaints- • I WAS REAR ENDED BY A CAR TRAVELING +65 MPH WHILE I WAS TRAVELING 15 MPH. THE CAR SUSTAINED OVER $15,000 IN DAMAGE, HOWEVER MY CONCERN IS OVER THE DRIVERS SEAT WHICH CAME OF TRACK AND WAS BADLY MISALIGNED. FURTHERMORE, MY CAR HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP FOR OVER 56 DAYS NOW, AND THE PARTS REQUIRED TO F
- • WHILE TRAVELING HOME FROM A FAMILY VACATION AT ABOUT 40 MPH MY SEAT BELT LIGHT STARTED FLASHING SAYING THAT THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIR SEAT BELT WAS NOT ENGAGED ALONG WITH THE LIGHTS AND DINGING ALARM SAYING THAT THE AIR BAG IS IN NEED OF SERVICE, THIS HAS NOT GONE OFF AND THE DINGING IS CONSTANT.
- • TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEATED SEAT WOULD ACTIVATE INDEPENDENTLY AND WOULD ALSO OVERHEAT. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT WHENEVER THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, A BURNING ODOR WAS EMITTED INTO THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALE
“I WAS REAR ENDED BY A CAR TRAVELING +65 MPH WHILE I WAS TRAVELING 15 MPH. THE CAR SUSTAINED OVER $15,000 IN DAMAGE, HOWEVER MY CONCERN IS OVER THE DRIVERS SEAT WHICH CAME OF TRACK AND WAS BADLY MISALIGNED. FURTHERMORE, MY CAR HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP FOR OVER 56 DAYS NOW, AND THE PARTS REQUIRED TO F”
— NHTSA complaint filing
When Problems Appear on the 2014 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE
Based on 2,126 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 47K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.
TRANSMISSION
ELECTRICAL
OTHER
BRAKES
AIR BAGS
SPEED CONTROL
Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.
Recalls (19)
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.
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion by reading the camshaft position signal in the event that the crankshaft position signal is lost, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-2002. FCA US's number for this recall is W58.
Above-average theft risk
The Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE was the #23 most-stolen vehicle in the United States in 2025, with approximately 4,300 thefts reported to law enforcement.
Notes: Popular SUV; parts and tuning demand
Source: NICB Hot Wheels 2025 report + HLDI theft loss studies. Model-year ranking; not all years of this model have identical risk.
Charging Cost Calculator for 2014 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE
Live EIA pricesBased on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.
Estimated Insurance Cost for 2014 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE
How this estimate is calculated
Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.
Maintenance & Warranty
Recommended Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE Service Intervals
4WD Wrangler/Gladiator have shorter transfer case + differential intervals if off-roaded frequently.
"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.
Jeep New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage
These are the terms for a new Jeep. If you're buying a used 2014 GRAND CHEROKEE, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Jeep dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.
EV Incentives for 2014 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE
Updated 2026-07Federal Tax Credit (Section 30D) — Expired 2025-09-30
Section 30D new clean vehicle credit ($7,500 max) expired for vehicles acquired after Sept 30, 2025 per Public Law (One Big Beautiful Bill Act). Vehicles acquired on or before that date remain eligible on the buyer's 2025 return. No federal purchase credit exists for post-9/30/2025 acquisitions.
State-Level Incentives (Still Active in 14 States)
Source: US Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center + state DOR / DEQ program pages. Program details and eligibility limits change frequently — always verify with the linked source before purchase.
Videos About the 2014 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE
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Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 3379 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐SEATS/RESTRAINTS: I WAS REAR ENDED BY A CAR TRAVELING +65 MPH WHILE I WAS TRAVELING 15 MPH. THE CAR SUSTAINED OVER $15,000 IN DAMAGE, HOWEVER MY CONCERN IS OVER THE DRIVERS SEAT WHICH CAME OF TRACK AND WAS BADLY MISALIGNED. FURTHERMORE, MY CAR HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP FOR OVER 56 DAYS NOW, AND THE PARTS REQUIRED TO F
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ELECTRICAL: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WOULD SPORADICALLY POWER OFF AND REBOOT INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO REMOVED THE BATTERY CABLE FOR 10 MINUTES BEFORE RECONNECTING. THERE WERE NO REPAIRS MADE TO THE VEHICLE. THE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐TRANSMISSION: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL GEAR AND THEN IT STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED WITHIN A FEW MINUTES. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE DRIVEN TO THE CONTACTS RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT ALSO M
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ENGINE: THE VEHICLE STALLED FOR NO REASON. IT TOOK MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS (APPROX 10 TIMES) TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. IT WOULD START AND I COULD DRIVE 40-50 YARDS AND WOULD STALL AGAIN. MULTIPLE LIGHTS CAME ON SUCH AS VEHICLE IN GEAR (IT WASN'T), ETC. ONCE IT DID RESTART AND I WAS ABLE TO DRIVE TO THE DEALER T
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐RECALLS: Verify all 19 recalls have been completed — free at any Jeep dealer
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE — Year Comparison
How does 2014 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
NHTSA Safety Rating
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 3379
- Recalls
- 19
- Fire reports
- 53
- Crash reports
- 159
- Injury reports
- 161
- Segment avg
- 656
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