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2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
The 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee is better than average by owner complaints: 165 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 65, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about electrical, it has 6 recalls, and it gets 15 to 21 mpg combined. The best Jeep Grand Cherokee year is 2010.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
Fixes owners look up most.
From 100 YouTube videos about the 2011–2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 21.5M views. The 2017 is the same generation.
- Infotainment, battery & electrical2.2M views
Jeep Grand Cherokee Battery Replacement - 2011-2022LJs Garage · 634K views · 11 videos - Gauges, lights & wiring2.2M views
Jeep Grand Cherokee Headlight Bulb Replacement (2011-2019)Inspiring Builds · 893K views · 5 videos - Driveshaft, axles & 4x41.2M views
Shifting The Transfer Case In and Out of Neutral On a 2018 Jeep Grand CherokeeBusMaster99 · 264K views · 10 videos - Transmission & shifter578K views
How to Use Transmission Oil Dipstick 2011-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.6L V6TRQ · 218K views · 3 videos
Show 4 more
- Heat, A/C & blend door439K views
How to Replace HVAC Blend Door Actuator 2011-2021 Jeep Grand CherokeeTRQ · 127K views · 4 videos - Spark plugs & ignition coils392K views
Jeep Grand Cherokee Spark Plug Replacement | 2018 WK2 3.6LOutJeeping · 211K views · 2 videos - Cooling system285K views
How to Replace Radiator 2011-2021 Jeep Grand CherokeeTRQ · 195K views · 2 videos - Oil leaks & gaskets207K views
How to Replace Oil Filter Housing and Cooler 2011-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.6L V6TRQ · 207K views
Before you buy, watch
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 views
Is The Jeep Grand Cherokee V6 2014-2021 Reliable?! What You Need To Know! 3.6 V6, 4WD, OverlandLJs Garage · 290K 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 364 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Jeep Grand Cherokee year. 2017 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.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 13K to 62K miles on the car (196 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- engine complaints mostly came at 13K–65K miles
- transmission & drivetrain complaints mostly came at 13K–89K miles
- electrical complaints mostly came at 6K–52K miles
Recalls 6
- engine 2023
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.
- fuel system, diesel 2022
A high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure may introduce internal debris into the fuel system, potentially resulting in fuel starvation.
- engine 2020
The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system.
Show all 6 recalls
- electrical 2018
These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging.
- engine 2017
The supercharger mounting bracket may contact and damage the ABS line, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak.
- equipment 2016
If the tow bracket is loose, the bracket may detach from the vehicle while being it is being driven, possibly becoming a road hazard. If the bracket detaches during a vehicle recovery, there may be a loss of control of t…
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 352 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Water Pump, Idler Pulley If replacing the water pump or Idler Pulley for a chirp, squeal or…
- Pentastar Oil Filter Adapter All vehicles equipped with a 3.2L or 3.6L engine; If replacing…
- Flash: Electronic Shift Module (ESM) System Improvements This bulletin involves updating the…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- OpenHigh pressure fuel pump failure2023
- OpenDesiccated air bag inflator rupture2021
- ClosedActive head rest inadvertent deployment2019–2026
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV 2WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT SUV 4WD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3050–5300 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 6.4L 8-cyl.
In owners' words
Speedometer reads 70 mph when I am going 25 and it will read 80mph when I am doing 40. Has any one beside my self had this problem??
2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee owner · NHTSA complaint 11014274
More owner reports
Front jump post has melted causing fire hazard and major safety issue. Car will not start because of this issue. The car was in motion and cut off at a traffic light.
NHTSA complaint 11342287
Visited official Jeep dealership for an oil-change on jan 19, 2019. Dealership did not recognize a recall on this very vehicle was incomplete and did not inform me nor fix the issue.
NHTSA complaint 11171883
Quick answers
Is the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee reliable?
Yes, better than average by government complaints. It drew 1.5× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 65; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Jeep Grand Cherokee year by this measure is 2010.
What are the most common 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are electrical (22%), engine (22%) and transmission & drivetrain (18%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
6 safety recalls (latest: engine). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee get?
15 to 21 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 13,700 and 62,200 miles. The middle report was at 31,700 miles, from 196 complaints.
Does the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 18% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee cost in fuel a year?
About $3050 to $5300 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 6.4L 8-cyl.
What Jeep Grand Cherokee year is better than the 2017?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2010, 2019 and 2020.
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