Traction Control complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 | 0% | 40,000 miles |
| 2019 | 6 | 2% | 71,000 miles |
| 2018 | 8 | 1% | 6,000 miles |
| 2017 | 11 | 3% | 39,000 miles |
| 2016 | 12 | 4% | 18,000 miles |
| 2015 | 12 | 1% | 31,000 miles |
| 2014 | 53 | 2% | 56,000 miles |
| 2013 | 14 | 2% | 90,000 miles |
| 2012 | 22 | 1% | 54,000 miles |
| 2011 | 17 | 1% | 86,000 miles |
| 2010 | 3 | 3% | 31,000 miles |
| 2009 | 2 | 1% | 86,000 miles |
| 2008 | 10 | 1% | 125,000 miles |
| 2007 | 19 | 2% | 90,000 miles |
| 2006 | 33 | 3% | 102,000 miles |
| 2005 | 30 | 1% | 100,000 miles |
| 2004 | 6 | 0% | 168,000 miles |
| 2002 | 2 | 0% | 180,000 miles |
| 2000 | 3 | 0% | 167,000 miles |
| 1999 | 4 | 0% | 185,000 miles |
| 1998 | 3 | 0% | 200,000 miles |
| 1997 | 3 | 0% | 133,000 miles |
| 1996 | 4 | 0% | 189,000 miles |
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V838000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated while the vehicle was started and parked, stationary, or being driven, the vehicle was losing traction control. The check engine, the traction control, and the ABS warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle with battery failure. The two batteries were replaced; however, the failure persisted. …
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the exterior lighting system failed to operate as designed and malfunctioned. The contact stated that when he depressed the brake pedal, the brake light failed to operate as needed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ABS control module software was updated; however, the traction control system failed to operate as designed. The check engine, the ABS, and the traction control warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the electronic stability control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The contact was advised to call the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 71,145.
The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the engine revved but the vehicle hesitated while accelerating. However, the contact stated that the vehicle accelerated after removing the foot off the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that the Service Electronic Stabili-trak warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed. The dealer determined that the traction control sensor needed to be replaced. The sensor was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and determined that the part for the repair needed to be ordered. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While driving 35 MPH in inclement weather on snow covered streets, the vehicle slid off the roadway and crashed into a ditch. The contact stated that the traction control and automatic brake assist feature failed to prevent the crash. The contact stated that the driver and passenger side curtain air bags deployed; however, the driver's seat belt failed to restrain the driver and caused injury to the left side of his body. Medical attention was not sought. A police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to crowe auto group, llc (303 tenney st, kewanee, il 61443, [phone]) and repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and provided case number: 34153031. The approximate failure mileage was 1,544.
The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced unknown electrical failures. Additionally, the vehicle lost power steering functionality, and stalled. The contact stated that the instrument panel was flickering, and the speedometer and gauges became inoperable. The contact stated that the windows randomly rolled down and the headlights would flash off and on. The contact stated that the traction control warning light was illuminated, and the vehicle was difficult to steer. The contact stated that the failure usually occurred after 30 minutes of driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the battery and window switch; however, the failure persisted. The local dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not yet notified. The approximate failure mileage was 58,000.
The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the service power steering warning light, service transmission warning light, automatic start warning light, 4-WD warning light, ABS warning light, service electronic stability control warning light, and the service shifter warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the transmission failed to shift out of park (P). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 117,000.
Since leasing this Jeep in July of 2016 there have been multiple issues. The main code found several time is a loss of communication from the main computer to the rest of the auto. Code u220. Issues include 1) incorrect shifting, 2) incorrect "brake" warnings, 3) unavailability of bright lights in the auto or manual modes, 4) lane change/object sonar warnings not available (back into cement wall at night) 5) nonfunctional automatic windshield wipers 6) lack of communication between the Jeep and iphone 7) inability to turn Jeep off 8) when in cruise control if + pushed it doesn't go up just one or two MPH's, it speeds up very quickly and doesn't stop and 9) issue with adjusting the air ride and . The bright lights were not available 50% of the time. I would take the Jeep in and they could not find a code, so they would tell me there was nothing to fix. …
Death wobble when being towed the dealer is no help on this problem because they do not have a service bulletin on the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee, but there on 2014 and 2015 Cherokee. I need to get Jeep to fix this problem. 2016 is first year for Grand Cherokee to have electronic steering which was the cause of the same thing happening. 2014 - 2015 Jeep fixed it with a new harness adapter that send power to the steering with the ignition off. Jeep said when enough people complain we then May come up with a similar fix". Only has happened to a few Grand cherokees. This of course is not acceptable to me. This is bad and need to be address asap. This could cause a crash and someone could get killed. When the Jeep is being towed and you hit bump while turning it starts wobbling from side to side so bad it will cause you to not be able to control the towing vehicle. …
Related recalls (2)
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Dodge Durango, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 3, 2013, to April 11, 2014. Due to an issue with the software for the Steering Column Control Module (SCCM), the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) may be disabled.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the SCCM software, free of charge. The recall began on November 24, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Chrysler Group, LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 8, 2013, through August 20, 2013. Due to a disruption of computer communications and loose alternator ground wires, the affected vehicles may experience random illumination of multiple instrument cluster warning…
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ABS and instrument cluster module software and tighten the alternator ground wire, free of charge. The recall began on November 19, 2013.
Frequently asked questions
Which Jeep Grand Cherokee years have traction control problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2014 (53), 2006 (33), 2005 (30), 2012 (22) and 2007 (19) model years. Traction Control complaints make up 2% of all complaints for the 2014.
Is there a recall for Jeep Grand Cherokee traction control problems?
Yes — 2 recalls, including 14V-636 (electronic stability control (esc), Oct 8, 2014); 13V-483 (electronic stability control (esc), Oct 17, 2013). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Jeep Grand Cherokee traction control problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 80,000 miles; 36% happened before 50,000 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.