2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 780 of 1,639 complaints (48%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Transmission & Drivetrain include more deaths (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 117 in 2010 to 1,639 in 2011.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | vs. 2011 Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,450–6,450 | 3,450–5,950 | 3,450–4,150 | 3,300–5,550 | 3,300–5,550 | |
| Combined MPG | 12–18 | 13–18 | 15–18 | 14–19 | 14–19 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 11–16 / 14–21 | 12–16 / 16–21 | 14–16 / 19–22 | 12–17 / 18–23 | 12–17 / 18–23 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 494–741 | 494–684 | 494–592 | 468–635 | 464–616 | |
| Complaints filed | 138 | 117 | 1,639 | 1,640 | 802 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 5 | 6 | 11 | 10 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 4 | 10 | 53 | 46 | 23 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 4 | 61 | 104 | 27 | |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 4 | 47 | 35 | 28 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | |
| Configurations compared | 5 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
6 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Electrical: 780 of 1,639 NHTSA complaints (48%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee get?
EPA rates it 15–18 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
EPA estimates $3,450–$4,150 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (6)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 5-spd | 8 | 5.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD | 14 mpg (low) | 20 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 555 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 5-spd | 6 | 3.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD | 16 mpg (high) | 22 mpg (high) | 18 mpg (high) | $3,450 (low) | 494 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 5-spd | 8 | 5.7L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD | 14 mpg (low) | 19 mpg (low) | 15 mpg (low) | $4,150 (high) | 592 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 5-spd | 6 | 3.6L | 4-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD | 16 mpg (high) | 22 mpg (high) | 18 mpg (high) | $3,450 (low) | 494 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic 5-spd | 6 | 3.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD | 16 mpg (high) | 22 mpg (high) | 18 mpg (high) | $3,450 (low) | 494 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic 5-spd | 6 | 3.6L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD | 16 mpg (high) | 22 mpg (high) | 18 mpg (high) | $3,450 (low) | 494 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 358 | 6 | 9 | 2 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 90 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Fuel System | 283 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical | 780 | 8 | 51 | 9 | 0 |
| Brakes | 347 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 86 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 44 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 65 | 25 | 1 | 22 | 1 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 45 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 1 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 59 | 7 | 7 | 13 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 70 | 0 | 12 | 6 | 0 |
| Other | 140 | 2 | 7 | 5 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (6)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · Campaign 19V813000 · Nov 14, 2019
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6, 5.7, or 6.4 liter engine and previously recalled under NHTSA Recall 14V530 or 15V115. The fuel pump relay inside the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM-7) may fail, causing the vehicle to stall without warning.
Consequence: A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) will replace the affected fuel pump relay and related wire harness. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed beginning December 19, 2019. Vehicles that experience a fuel pump failure will receive an interim repair. Owners will receive a second notice when the final remedy becomes available. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V62.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST; SERVICE BRAKES · Campaign 17V572000 · Sep 19, 2017
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles had brake booster shields installed under a previous campaign to prevent water from entering the brake booster and limiting braking ability. This recall is to verify that the brake booster shield installation was performed properly.
Consequence: If the brake booster shield was not installed properly, the vehicle's braking ability may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster shield, correcting the installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November10, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T59.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; INTERIOR LIGHTING · Campaign 15V879000 · Dec 28, 2015
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured December 3, 2009, to September 1, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the wiring for the vanity lamp in the sun visor may short circuit, after having been remedied for a prior recall for the vanity lamp wiring. This recall is also addressing certain vehicles that have not been remedied under that prior recall.
Consequence: The vanity lamp wiring may short, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealer will install clearance for sun visor wiring, protection from sharp edges, and replace the sun visor, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R71.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · Campaign 14V530000 · Sep 4, 2014
Defect: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 5, 2010, to July 20, 2011, and equipped with either a 3.6L or 5.7L engine. In the affected vehicles, the fuel pump relay inside the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM-7) may fail, causing the vehicle to stall without warning.
Consequence: A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump relay with one external to the TIPM, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P54. Note: This recall has been superseded by recall 19V813.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING · Campaign 14V391000 · Jul 2, 2014
Defect: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 5, 2010, through December 11, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the wiring for the vanity lamp in the sun visor may short circuit, after a service repair is performed.
Consequence: If the vanity lamp wiring shorts, there is an increased risk of fire.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair any damaged wiring, and install a new sun visor that properly routes the wire, free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P36.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM; SERVICE BRAKES · Campaign 14V154000 · Apr 1, 2014
Defect: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured from January 5, 2010, through September 8, 2013. The subject vehicles have a brake booster with a center shell that may corrode and allow water to get inside.
Consequence: The water inside could freeze and limit the braking ability of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a water diverter shield to the booster after the booster has been tested to confirm it can hold an acceptable amount of vacuum pressure. If the booster inspection confirms an unacceptable loss of vacuum pressure, the booster will be replaced. Repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began on May 30, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall campaign number is P14.