Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while test driving at an undisclosed speed, an unknown warning light flashed on the instrument panel. The dealer informed the contact that the battery was low and that the light had been replaced, while also informing the contact that the vehicle had experienced difficulty starting prior to purchase. Days later, upon starting the vehicle, all warning lights illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, but the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure, cleared the codes, and returned the vehicle; however, the failure recurred. While driving, the steering wheel became inoperable, causing the driver to lose steering control, and the vehicle crashed into a Ford Mustang. A red steering warning light illuminated. A police report was filed. …
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. In addition, the RPM became elevated. The contact drove the vehicle to the shoulder of the road. The contact then turned off the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that after several attempts, the vehicle started. In addition, the contact stated that the failure occurred once while attempting to drive forward from a stop light. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the failure was not duplicated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact stated that due to the failure, the vehicle was unsafe to drive. …
The contact's mother owns a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle was difficult to start. Additionally, the transmission had failed to shift to drive, and the vehicle failed to turn off as needed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to Lowe's and purchased and personally replaced the battery. The contact stated that the failure persisted, and the key fob was replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle lunged forward after shifting to drive(D). The vehicle also jerked while depressing the brake pedal as if the vehicle was attempting to accelerate. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V766000 (Engine); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. …
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 50 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The driver was able to pull over to the side of the road. There was no warning light illuminated. The driver was able to restart the vehicle after approximately 30 minutes, and the driver resumed driving. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V741000 (Electrical System) and 25V766000 (Engine), and related the failure to the recalls; however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where an unknown software update was performed, and the contact was advised not to use the hybrid system of the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start intermittently, made abnormal clicking sounds, and was glitching. The vehicle was not repaired. …
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed on the Mobile App, that the battery was charging every 3-5 hours. In addition, the contact stated that the failure had started immediately after a service appointment with the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The dealer was made aware of the failure; however, the contact was informed that parts were not available to repair the vehicle. In addition, the contact was informed that a diagnostic test was needed, but because the parts were not available, the vehicle could not be repaired. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V741000 (Electrical System) and NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V766000 (Engine); however, parts were not yet available. …
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the temperature gauge rose to the maximum, the engine revved loudly, and the vehicle suddenly stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was unable to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle was able to restart, and the contact continued driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the dealer attempted to diagnose the vehicle, but the failure could not be duplicated. The contact stated that the failure recurred while driving. The vehicle was taken to AutoNation Chrysler Jeep West (16300 W Colfax Ave, Golden, CO 80401); and the contact provided a video of a previous occurrence of the failure to the dealer; however, the dealer could not duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was referred the manufacturer for assistance. …
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission independently shifted into neutral. The vehicle lost automotive power and several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the road. The vehicle was turned off. The vehicle was restarted. In addition, the unknown warning lights were off. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The contact was notified of Manufacturer Recall Numbers: 73C and 68C and the repairs were performed. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer; however, the failure was not duplicated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V766000 (Engine); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. …
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V766000 (Engine); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available for the recall repair. The contact then received a second notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V741000 (Electrical System). The contact stated that the Hybrid battery failed to charge as needed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that the part was not yet available. The contact also stated that the vehicle was unable to start at the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue, and a case was opened. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The approximate failure mileage was 4,000.
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was scheduled for a service appointment the following week. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V741000 (Electrical System) and 25V766000 (Engine); however, parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the fire risk was a major concern with the unrepaired recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. In addition, the manufacturer was made aware of the concern regarding the unrepaired recalls and that parts were not yet available. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000.
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while his son was driving 50 MPH on the expressway in subzero temperatures, the vehicle started to shake abnormally. The driver pulled over and noticed oil on the undercarriage of the vehicle. The driver waited for three hours in hazardous weather for tow truck assistance. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who determined that the PCV valve had frozen and referred the contact to the local dealer for assistance. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, but the dealer was closed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and determined there was no warranty coverage on the vehicle for the failure. No assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system › Radiator assembly
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The radiator crossmember bolts may not be properly secured, which can lead to improper air bag deployments and a fuel leak during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and secure the crossmember bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 9, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Engine complaints in other Grand Cherokee years
Frequently asked questions
How common are engine problems on the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
NHTSA has 107 complaints about the engine & cooling of the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 43% of the model year's 249 complaints.
Is there a recall for 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee engine problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 24V-926 (radiator assembly, Dec 12, 2024). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee engine problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 18,000 miles, and 59% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 2 crashes, 0 fires and 0 injuries to engine & cooling problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.