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'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 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 stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal stopped responding while depressed. The contact shifted to neutral(N) and back into drive(D) for the vehicle to return to normal functionality. Additionally, the transmission was not shifting properly. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V766000 (ENGINE); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 12,000.
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was jolting forward. The check engine warning light was intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The contact was denied vehicle rental assistance. The contact had just undergone a heart surgery and was concerned for his safety. The failure mileage was approximately 12,000.
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while attempting to complete a right turn, the vehicle studently jolted and surged forward. The contact stated that because of the failure, the vehicle struck the curb before coming to a complete stop. The air bags did not deploy. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the contact was not provided a cause for the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened for a potential vehicle buyback. The failure mileage was 18,000.
CRITICAL RECALL: NHTSA 25V-766 / FCA 78C (NO REMEDY AVAILABLE SINCE NOVEMBER 6, 2025) Status: INCOMPLETE - REMEDY UNDER DEVELOPMENT Risk Level: CATASTROPHIC Safety Risks: Sand contamination in the engine from a manufacturing defect Catastrophic engine failure Vehicle fire Unexpected and unrecoverable loss of propulsion while driving Vehicle crash without prior warning Risk of occupant injury or death Risk of injury to persons outside the vehicle Property damage Current Status: 'Remedy is under development' - NO FIX EXISTS. This recall has been open for 82 DAYS (since November 6, 2025) with no estimated timeline for repair parts availability. For nearly three months, FCA US has acknowledged that this catastrophic defect exists but has failed to develop or provide any remedy. Recall 78C: "The 2.0L engine in your vehicle may be contaminated with sand from the casting process. …
I am submitting this complaint regarding Recall 78C (NHTSA Recall 25V-766) affecting my 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe. The recall states that engine block casting contamination may result in catastrophic engine failure, loss of propulsion, and possible engine fire. This recall has now been open for approximately 120 days without a remedy available. Stellantis has confirmed that engineers are still working to develop a repair and that customers will be notified when a remedy becomes available. Since purchasing this vehicle in May 2024, it has been subject to five recalls within approximately 18 months of ownership: Recall 78C - NHTSA Recall 25V-766 Recall 68C - NHTSA Recall 25V-741 Recall 73C - NHTSA Recall 25V-576 Recall 28C - NHTSA Recall 25V-472 Recall D5B - NHTSA Recall 24V-944 Due to the severity of the defect described in Recall 78C and the number of recalls affecting this vehicle, …
On August 8, 2026, at approximately 23,959 miles, my 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe experienced a significant loss of propulsion while accelerating in Hybrid mode to merge onto a highway. During acceleration, the check engine light began flashing, then remained illuminated, and the vehicle displayed a "Service Hybrid System Required" warning. The vehicle then provided little to no effective motive power despite accelerator input, making it unsafe to continue the highway merge. I was forced to pull off the roadway and stop the vehicle. The vehicle could not be safely driven and required towing to a Jeep dealership. This vehicle has a prior history of hybrid-system-related repairs and recalls. …
I own a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe that has experienced a recurring safety issue involving unexpected deceleration and loss of acceleration while driving. The vehicle unexpectedly slows down and will not accelerate beyond approximately 60 mph, creating a potentially dangerous situation, particularly on highways when merging, passing, or keeping up with traffic. The vehicle has also displayed a "Service 4WD System" warning. The dealership diagnosed diagnostic trouble code C1463, "Front Axle Disconnect Control - Unexpected Operation," and recommended replacing the front axle disconnect actuator/motor. The estimated repair cost was approximately $1,054. The dealership subsequently replaced the part, but the same problem occurred again afterward. This indicates that replacing the recommended component did not resolve the underlying issue. …
Related recalls
Power train › Automatic transmission › Gear position indication (PRNDL)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2023 Jeep Wagoneer, 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, and Jeep Wagoneer L vehicles. A software error may cause the transmission gear selection indicator not to display.
Remedy: Dealers will update the shifter module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 20, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403.
Transmission complaints in other Grand Cherokee years
Frequently asked questions
How common are transmission problems on the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
NHTSA has 30 complaints about the transmission & drivetrain of the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 12% of the model year's 249 complaints.
Is there a recall for 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee transmission problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 26V-413 (gear position indication (prndl), Jun 30, 2026). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee transmission problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 18,000 miles, and 67% before 25,000 miles.
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.