The Lemon Index2023 Jeep Cherokee.
The 2023 Jeep Cherokee has too few complaints to score: 3 in its first 3 years. Owners complain most about transmission & drivetrain, it has 1 recall, and it gets 22 to 24 mpg combined. The best Jeep Cherokee year is 2022.
Early read
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
Fixes owners look up most.
From 100 YouTube videos about the 2014–2023 Jeep Cherokee, 27.6M views. The 2023 is the same generation.
- Infotainment, battery & electrical927K views
2014 - 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Key Fob Not Detected - How To Start With Dead, Bad Key Fob BatteryPYR Automotive · 349K views · 5 videos - Oil changes & service492K views
How to reset the oil life on a 2014 Jeep CherokeeJimthecarguy · 492K views - Driveshaft, axles & 4x4469K views
👉 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee HIGH ALTITUDE 4X4 - Ultimate In-Depth Look in 4KMikesCarInfo · 221K views · 3 videos - Gauges, lights & wiring408K views
2019 jeep cherokee maintenance light resetOil Light Reset · 235K views · 2 videos
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- Heat, A/C & blend door361K views
How to Replace HVAC Blend Door Actuator 2011-2021 Jeep Grand CherokeeTRQ · 127K views · 3 videos - Spark plugs & ignition coils327K views
How to Replace Spark Plugs 2011-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.6L V6TRQ · 181K views · 2 videos - Transmission & shifter245K views
2015-2018 Jeep Cherokee U1465 and P1C86-1D Shifter PRDNL BezelMotorCity Mechanic · 128K views · 2 videos - Fuel pump, filter & tank181K views
How to Replace the fuel pump on the Jeep Cherokee 2014 to 2019Haynes Manuals · 181K views
Before you buy, watch
Should You Buy a 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee? Thorough Review By A MechanicThe Car Care Nut Reviews · 519K views
Jeep Grand Cherokee Common Problems - 2011-2022 WK2Kurt of Trades · 497K views
Top 5 Problems Jeep Grand Cherokee 2011-2021 4th Generation1A Auto: Repair Tips & Secrets Only Mechanics Know · 472K viewsViews show how many people looked up each fix, not how often it breaks. Videos belong to their creators; we link to them.
How serious. Out of 3 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Jeep Cherokee year. 2023 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
Recalls 1
- transmission & drivetrain 2026
The power transfer unit (PTU) may fail.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Jeep told dealers about
Jeep sent dealers 93 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
- "Flash: Transmission Control Module (TCM) Updates **Customers must experience a Malfunction…
- Following: A moan noise
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep Cherokee SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2700–2900 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl.
Quick answers
Is the 2023 Jeep Cherokee reliable?
There isn't enough data to score it: owners filed only 3 complaints in its first 3 years.
What are the most common 2023 Jeep Cherokee problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are transmission & drivetrain (67%), airbags (33%) and parking brake (33%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2023 Jeep Cherokee have?
1 safety recall (latest: transmission & drivetrain). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Jeep Cherokee get?
22 to 24 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2023 Jeep Cherokee safe?
NHTSA gave it 4 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
Does the 2023 Jeep Cherokee have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 67% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2023 Jeep Cherokee cost in fuel a year?
About $2700 to $2900 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2023 Jeep Cherokee have?
2.0L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl.
What Jeep Cherokee year is better than the 2023?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2022, 2020 and 2021.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works