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All cars · Jeep Cherokee · 2023

2023 Jeep Cherokee. Advanced data.

The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.

Lemon Index–100 = average car
Complaints3NHTSA, first 3 years
Sold27,449U.S. model year
Per 100K sold11complaints

Engines and drivetrains 2

EngineTransmissionDriveCity / hwy / combinedFuelFuel cost/yr
2.0L 4-cyl turboAuto 9-spdAWD20 / 26 / 22Regular$2,850
2.4L 4-cylAuto 9-spdAWD21 / 29 / 24Regular$2,600

EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.

Complaints by system

SystemShare of complaints
Transmission & drivetrain67%
Airbags33%
Parking brake33%

One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.

Severity, all complaints

TotalCrashesFiresInjuriesDeathsTows
310101

As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.

Recall campaigns 1

  • 26V290000 May 2026 Power Train

    Defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may fail.

    Risk. A failed PTU may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

    Remedy. Dealers will update the Drivetrain Control Drivetrain Control Module, PTU, and Electronic Park Brake software, and replace the PTU, as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed June 25, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for

Manufacturer communications 93

Jeep filed 93 service communications for this car with NHTSA.

  • Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
  • "Flash: Transmission Control Module (TCM) Updates **Customers must experience a Malfunction…
  • Following: A moan noise

Crash ratings by version

VersionOverallFrontSideRollover
Jeep Cherokee SUV AWD★★★★☆★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆

Safety equipment

Electronic stabilityForward collision warningLane departure warning
StandardStandardStandard

YouTube repair topics

100 videos about the 2014–2023 Jeep Cherokee, 27.6M views.

TopicVideosViews
Infotainment, battery & electrical5927K
Oil changes & service1492K
Driveshaft, axles & 4x43469K
Gauges, lights & wiring2408K
Heat, A/C & blend door3361K
Spark plugs & ignition coils2327K
Transmission & shifter2245K
Fuel pump, filter & tank1181K

Nearby model years

YearLemon IndexComplaintsSoldTop system
20205880135,855Transmission & drivetrain
2021646589,126Transmission & drivetrain
2022463140,322Transmission & drivetrain
2023–327,449Transmission & drivetrain

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.

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