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NHTSA crash test of the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

1Recalls
2Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 4XE

The Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe is a plug-in hybrid midsize SUV that blends off-road credibility with electrified efficiency, targeting buyers who want capability without giving up daily practicality. Positioned as one of the more premium entries in the competitive midsize SUV segment, the 4xe variant adds a PHEV powertrain to an already well-established nameplate, appealing to family-oriented buyers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

VERDICT

The 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 94 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Both frontal and side crash protection reached the full 5 stars. It has 1 recall on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the Grand Cherokee 4xe as a well-rounded midsize SUV that successfully integrates a plug-in hybrid system without sacrificing the capability and refinement the Grand Cherokee nameplate is known for. Most praise its interior quality and driving composure, though some note that the added weight of the PHEV hardware is a consideration worth factoring in.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 14%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20166

Index breakdown

Crash protection66/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record18/20
Forward collision warning: StandardLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

ENGINE25V766000

Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash, and a vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will install a software update and replace the block or engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning May 7, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 78C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall bec

Reported 2025-11-06

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

2 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
1reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsEngine 1Electrical System 1Vehicle Speed Control 1Service Brakes 1

Other Grand Cherokee 4xe years

Rivals in SUV (2025)

Last verified 2026-07-03. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 20166), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe 2025. Class rank 25 of 153 in SUV 2025. Methodology · Disclosure