What are the most common problems with the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Owners name the engine group most often with 84 complaints. The power train follows with 78 and the electrical system with 61. The full list is in the problems section above.

Has the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee been recalled?

Yes. The by-year data shows 8 recalls for this model year. The Recalls section on this page lists each one.

Is the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee reliable?

Owners filed 311 complaints with NHTSA. Those reports are unverified and not adjusted for sales. Read the problems and verdict sections to weigh them.

How many complaints mention a crash or a fire?

In the NHTSA data, 27 complaints mention a crash and 7 mention a fire.

What gas mileage does the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee get?

See the fuel economy section on this page. It is built from EPA data.

2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee Problems, Recalls and MPG

NHTSA has 311 owner complaints on file for the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee^[1]. The engine group is named most often, with 84 complaints^[2].

311owner complaints^[1]

8recalls^[3]

15–25MPG combined (EPA)^[4]

4–5★NHTSA overall rating^[5]

Problems
Recalls
Fuel economy
Safety
Engine and size
By year
Verdict
FAQ

Most reported problems

Owners filed complaints about several parts of this SUV. Here are the groups from the biggest down.

Engine. 84 complaints^[2]. In the stories we read, owners describe the engine stalling without warning, revving up on its own, and surging forward after the stop-start system restarted it.
Power Train. 78 complaints^[6]. Owners describe the SUV rolling away after being parked, shifting that feels harsh or odd, and gear indicators that flash while no gear will engage. Some say it would not move at all from a stop light.
Electrical System. 61 complaints^[7]. Owners describe sudden stalls that sometimes allow a restart, an engine that started by itself while parked, and a sunroof panel that cracked.
Unknown Or Other. 31 complaints^[8]. These reports do not point to one clear part.
Fuel/Propulsion System. 28 complaints^[9]. Owners describe a sudden loss of power with a throttle warning light, an engine that quits on the road, hard starts, and a speedometer that read far too high.
Brakes. 25 complaints^[10].
Speed Control. 22 complaints^[11].
Steering. 16 complaints^[12].

Recalls

Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2016 Grand Cherokee is necessarily included.

Engine And Engine Cooling (23V411), June 2023. About 80,629 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, stalling. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[13]
Fuel System, Diesel › Delivery › Fuel Pump (22V406), June 2022. About 138,645 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[14]
Engine And Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve) (20V699), November 2020. About 28,884 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[15]
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel (20V475), August 2020. About 58,016 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, stalling. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[16]
Electrical System › Software (18V332), May 2018. About 4,815,661 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[17]
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings (16V814), November 2016. About 30,183 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[18]
Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch (16V249), April 2016. About 32,384 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[19]
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper (16V168), March 2016. About 21,183 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, reduced braking. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[20]

Fuel economy

EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.

Version	City / highway / combined MPG	Annual fuel cost
Grand Cherokee 2WD, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic 8-spd, Diesel, Rear-Wheel Drive^[4]	22 / 30 / 25	$3,850
Grand Cherokee 2WD, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive^[21]	19 / 26 / 21	$3,200
Grand Cherokee SRT8 4WD, 6.4L 8-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Premium, All-Wheel Drive^[22]	13 / 19 / 15	$5,500
Grand Cherokee 4WD, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic 8-spd, Diesel, 4-Wheel Drive^[23]	21 / 28 / 24	$4,000
Grand Cherokee 4WD, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel Drive^[24]	18 / 25 / 21	$3,200
Grand Cherokee 4WD, 5.7L 8-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Midgrade, All-Wheel Drive^[25]	14 / 22 / 17	$4,450

Safety ratings

Version	Overall	Frontal	Side	Rollover	Rollover risk
SUV 2WD^[26]	4	5	5	3	20.4%
SUV 4WD^[5]	5	5	5	4	16.9%

Engine and size

Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.

Engine	Horsepower
2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee with 3.0L 6-cylinder^[27]	172 hp
2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee with 3.6L 6-cylinder^[28]	295 hp
2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee with 6.4L 8-cylinder^[29]	470 hp

These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.

Version	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight
GRAND CHEROKEE 4DR SUV LAREDO 4X4^[30]	190 in	76 in	69 in	115 in	4,676 lb
GRAND CHEROKEE 4DR SUV LIMITED 4X4^[31]	190 in	76 in	69 in	115 in	4,874 lb
GRAND CHEROKEE 4DR SUV OVERLAND/SUMMIT 4X4^[32]	190 in	76 in	69 in	115 in	4,985 lb
GRAND CHEROKEE SRT 4DR SUV^[33]	191 in	77 in	69 in	115 in	5,150 lb

How 2016 compares with other years

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Grand Cherokee model year. The 2016 is highlighted^[3].

Show the numbers

Model year	Complaints	Recalls
1995	719	4
1996	893	6
1997	991	5
1998	1,028	4
1999	1,638	4
2000	1,447	6
2001	883	4
2002	1,476	10
2003	762	4
2004	1,295	8
2005	2,051	3
2006	1,280	4
2007	1,109	5
2008	734	4
2009	138	2
2010	118	5
2011	1,642	6
2012	1,644	10
2013	805	9
2014	2,383	18
2015	1,367	9
2016	311	8
2017	364	5
2018	855	10
2019	370	7
2020	241	3
2021	500	16
2022	489	24
2023	593	23
2024	314	18
2025	120	5
2026	52	6

NHTSA's counts for the Grand Cherokee show 311 complaints and 8 recalls for 2016^[3]. Among the 33 model years listed, 6 have fewer complaints than 2016 and 26 have more^[3]. The fewest complaints are for 2027 (0) and the most are for 2014 (2,383)^[3]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.

Should you buy a used 2016 Grand Cherokee?

The 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee has a long complaint list, with 311 reports on file^[1]. Engine, power train and electrical complaints lead the list at 84, 78 and 61^[2]^[6]^[7]. Stalling and odd shifting show up in the stories we read, and some reports mention a crash or a fire^[1]. These are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales, so read them as a guide to what owners notice. If you are shopping for one, check the recall and fuel sections on this page and ask the seller for repair records on the engine and shifting.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee?: Owners name the engine group most often with 84 complaints^[2]. The power train follows with 78^[6] and the electrical system with 61^[7]. The full list is in the problems section above.
Has the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee been recalled?: Yes. The by-year data shows 8 recalls for this model year^[3]. The Recalls section on this page lists each one.
Is the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee reliable?: Owners filed 311 complaints with NHTSA^[1]. Those reports are unverified and not adjusted for sales. Read the problems and verdict sections to weigh them.
How many complaints mention a crash or a fire?: In the NHTSA data, 27 complaints mention a crash and 7 mention a fire^[1].
What gas mileage does the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee get?: See the fuel economy section on this page. It is built from EPA data.

Keep exploring

Other model years of the Jeep Grand Cherokee

2014 2,383 complaints, 18 recalls
2015 1,367 complaints, 9 recalls
2016 this page
2017 364 complaints, 5 recalls
2018 855 complaints, 10 recalls

Compare all model years of the Jeep Grand Cherokee

Other Jeep models from 2016

2016 Jeep Cherokee 1,411 complaints, 9 recalls
2016 Jeep Compass 293 complaints, 1 recall
2016 Jeep Patriot 458 complaints, 1 recall
2016 Jeep Wrangler 462 complaints, 5 recalls

All Jeep models

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2016 Tesla Model X 450 complaints, 12 recalls
2016 Toyota Land Cruiser 4 complaints, 3 recalls
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Facts and sources

NHTSA has 311 owner complaints on file for the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee (27 mention a crash, 7 a fire, 18 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
84 complaints name the engine component group (5 crashes, 3 fires, 2 injuries, median mileage at failure 41,000). NHTSA vehicle records
Owner complaints and recalls for every Jeep Grand Cherokee model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
EPA rating for Grand Cherokee 2WD, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic 8-spd, Diesel, Rear-Wheel Drive: 22 city / 30 highway / 25 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,850. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV 4WD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 16.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
78 complaints name the power train component group (9 crashes, 2 fires, 5 injuries, median mileage at failure 32,339). NHTSA vehicle records
61 complaints name the electrical system component group (4 crashes, 3 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 33,569). NHTSA vehicle records
31 complaints name the unknown or other component group (1 crashes, 2 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 35,500). NHTSA vehicle records
28 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (3 crashes, 2 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 35,250). NHTSA vehicle records
25 complaints name the brakes component group (2 crashes, 1 fires, 2 injuries, median mileage at failure 10,340). NHTSA vehicle records
22 complaints name the speed control component group (6 crashes, 0 fires, 2 injuries, median mileage at failure 25,000). NHTSA vehicle records
16 complaints name the steering component group (2 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 20,000). NHTSA vehicle records
Recall 23V411, filed June 8, 2023: Engine And Engine Cooling. NHTSA recall database
Recall 22V406, filed June 9, 2022: Fuel System, Diesel › Delivery › Fuel Pump. NHTSA recall database
Recall 20V699, filed November 12, 2020: Engine And Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve). NHTSA recall database
Recall 20V475, filed August 13, 2020: Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel. NHTSA recall database
Recall 18V332, filed May 17, 2018: Electrical System › Software. NHTSA recall database
Recall 16V814, filed November 10, 2016: Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines / Piping, And Fittings. NHTSA recall database
Recall 16V249, filed April 27, 2016: Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch. NHTSA recall database
Recall 16V168, filed March 23, 2016: Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper. NHTSA recall database
EPA rating for Grand Cherokee 2WD, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive: 19 city / 26 highway / 21 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,200. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Grand Cherokee SRT8 4WD, 6.4L 8-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Premium, All-Wheel Drive: 13 city / 19 highway / 15 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $5,500. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Grand Cherokee 4WD, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic 8-spd, Diesel, 4-Wheel Drive: 21 city / 28 highway / 24 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,000. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Grand Cherokee 4WD, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel Drive: 18 city / 25 highway / 21 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,200. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Grand Cherokee 4WD, 5.7L 8-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Midgrade, All-Wheel Drive: 14 city / 22 highway / 17 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,450. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV 2WD: overall 4 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 3 stars; rollover risk 20.4%. NHTSA vehicle records
EPA Test Car List, 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee with 3.0L 6-cylinder: rated 172 hp. www.epa.gov
EPA Test Car List, 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee with 3.6L 6-cylinder: rated 295 hp. www.epa.gov
EPA Test Car List, 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee with 6.4L 8-cylinder: rated 470 hp. www.epa.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, GRAND CHEROKEE 4DR SUV LAREDO 4X4: length 190 in, width 76 in, height 69 in, wheelbase 115 in, curb weight 4,676 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, GRAND CHEROKEE 4DR SUV LIMITED 4X4: length 190 in, width 76 in, height 69 in, wheelbase 115 in, curb weight 4,874 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, GRAND CHEROKEE 4DR SUV OVERLAND/SUMMIT 4X4: length 190 in, width 76 in, height 69 in, wheelbase 115 in, curb weight 4,985 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, GRAND CHEROKEE SRT 4DR SUV: length 191 in, width 77 in, height 69 in, wheelbase 115 in, curb weight 5,150 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov

Complaints submitted to NHTSA by owners; unverified reports, one complaint can name several components. Complaint counts are not normalized by sales; compare years of the same model, not different models. EPA annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new. Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles. Dimensions are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.

2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee: problems, recalls and fuel economy