NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 138 owner complaints for the 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Most complaints involve electrical system (47) and power train (23). The EPA rates it 12–18 mpg combined.
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, through March 9, 2010; and 2006-2010 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, through March 10, 2010. A transfer case electrical failure may result in an unintentional shifting of the transfer case into the neutral position.
ROCK KRAWLER IS RECALLING 44 PERFORMANCE SUSPENSION SYSTEMS SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLE LISTED ABOVE. THESE SUSPENSION SYSTEMS WERE PRODUCED WITH GRADE 2 CARRIAGE BOLTS INSTEAD OF THE PROPER GRADE 5 CARRIAGE BOLTS. THE IMPROPER GRADE 2 CARRIAGE BOLTS COULD EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF CLAMPING FORCE FOR THE BOTTOM STRUT FORK.
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 4,314 MY 2009 DODGE JOURNEY, JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE, COMMANDER AND WRANGLER VEHICLES. WIRING MAY BE REVERSED ON THE STEERING COLUMN CONTROL MODULE DRIVER AIRBAG SQUIB CONNECTOR. THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Complaints for each Grand Cherokee model year we’ve synced.
| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 1,342 |
| 1997 | 1,380 |
| 1998 | 1,429 |
| 1999 | 2,004 |
| 2000 | 1,829 |
| 2001 | 1,111 |
| 2002 | 1,476 |
| 2003 | 761 |
| 2004 | 1,295 |
| 2005 | 2,051 |
| 2006 | 1,297 |
| 2007 | 1,109 |
| 2008 | 734 |
| 2009 | 138 |
| 2010 | 118 |
| 2011 | 1,640 |
| 2012 | 1,644 |
| 2013 | 805 |
| 2014 | 2,388 |
| 2015 | 1,369 |
| 2016 | 312 |
| 2017 | 364 |
| 2018 | 855 |
| 2019 | 370 |
| 2020 | 241 |
| 2021 | 410 |
| 2022 | 377 |
| 2023 | 408 |
| 2024 | 254 |
| 2025 | 80 |
| 2026 | 32 |
“The contact owns a 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact attempted to put the key into ignition; however, the key was inoperative. The contact stated that the key was intermittently was stuck in the ignition. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle remained at the residence. The contact researched and was made aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V567000 (Electrical System); however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.”
“VEHICLE SHIFTS INTO LOWER2ND GEAR WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS ACCORDING TO OWNERS MANUAL THIS IS CALLED LIMP MODE AND NEEDS TO BE STOPPED PLACED IN PARK AND TURN IGNITION OFF AND RESTARTED TO CONTINUE DRIVING THIS HAS HAPPENED TO ME AND OTHERS”
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL SEIZED. WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL TO SLOW THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, AFTER THE FAILURE, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED CONTINUOUSLY. THE CONTACT INFORMED A LOCAL MECHANIC OF THE FAILURE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 116,000.”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Cherokee 2WD Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 3.7 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,550 | 494 |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 3.7 L · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,800 | 523 |
| Grand Cherokee 2WD Auto 5-spd, 8 cyl, 5.7 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,000 | 555 |
| Grand Cherokee 2WD Auto 5-spd, 8 cyl, 4.7 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 15 | $4,300 | 592 |
| Grand Cherokee 2WD Auto 5-spd, 8 cyl, 4.7 L, GAS 340 · Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 15 | $4,300 | 592 |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD Auto 5-spd, 8 cyl, 5.7 L · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 | 19 | 15 | $4,300 | 592 |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD Auto 5-spd, 8 cyl, 4.7 L · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 15 | $4,300 | 592 |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD Auto 5-spd, 8 cyl, 4.7 L, GAS 340 · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 15 | $4,300 | 592 |
| Grand Cherokee SRT8 AWD Auto 5-spd, 8 cyl, 6.1 L · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 11 | 14 | 12 | $6,650 | 741 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
3 safety recalls as of Oct 27, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 138 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (47), power train (23), engine (22). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee at 12–18 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (9 versions rated).