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NHTSA crash test of the 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee

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

7Recalls
356Complaints
3Investigations
ABOUT THE JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE

The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a mid-size SUV that has anchored Jeep's lineup for decades, targeting families and adventure-minded buyers who want genuine off-road capability alongside everyday comfort. Now in its fifth generation for newer model years, it competes in one of the most contested segments in the American market, where safety performance is increasingly a deciding factor for shoppers.

VERDICT

The 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 71 out of 100, an average result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 7 recalls on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally praise the Grand Cherokee for its refined interior, composed on-road ride, and strong off-road credentials relative to the segment. Most find the cabin materials and feature set competitive for the price, and driving dynamics are typically described as confident and planted. Some reviewers note that the model's complexity, particularly on higher trims, can make the ownership experience feel demanding.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 20.4%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13573

Index breakdown

Crash protection57/70
Avoidance tech6/10
Defect record7.5/20
Forward collision warning: OptionalLane departure warning: OptionalStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

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

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE24V838000

Risk: A vehicle that can be started and shifted out of Park without applying the brake pedal can result in a vehicle rollaway. Disabled ABS and ESC systems can reduce vehicle handling and control in certain driving situations. Brake lights that incorrectly illuminate can fail to properly indicate the driver's intention to following traffic. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated pressure transducer and update the ABS module software, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 94B. This recall replaces previous recall number 22V-426. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-426 will need to have the new rem

Reported 2024-11-07

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING23V411000

Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 3, 2023. Some owner notification letters were mailed October 31, 2023. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated July 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer

Reported 2023-06-08

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP22V406000

Risk: Fuel starvation may result in an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the HPFP, and inspect and replace, if necessary, additional fuel system components, free of charge. Interim notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 21, 2022. Owner notification letters for were mailed for Jeep Grand Cherokee owners starting January 11, 2024. Owner notification letters for Ram 1500 owners were mailed March 7, 2024. Owners may c

Reported 2022-06-09

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE22V426000

Risk: A vehicle that starts and shifts out of Park without applying the brake pedal can result in vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash without prior warning and/or injury to others outside of the vehicle.

Remedy: This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 24V838. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. The remedy includes updated HCU/ABS module software that prevents the HCU/ABS module from falsely reading pressure in the primary circuit. FCA has decided to do a two-Phase Campaign remedy schedule. Phase 1 began November 17, 2022. Phase 2 begin date has no

Reported 2022-06-09

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)20V699000

Risk: Combustion in the intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EGR cooler, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect and, as necessary, replace the intake manifold. Parts are not currently available. Owners were mailed an interim notification on December 21, 2021. A second notification will be mailed when parts are available, currently expected to be around March 11, 2021. The recall began March 11,

Reported 2020-11-12

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA20V191000

Risk: The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37.

Reported 2020-09-10

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT20V183000

Risk: A sudden loss of power while driving or loss of the transmission PARK function can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front differential, free of charge. The recall began May 21, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W22.

Reported 2020-03-26

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

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

17reported crash
3reported fire
9reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsService Brakes 116Electrical System 82Unknown Or Other 72Hydraulic 64Engine 60Power Train 44

Other Grand Cherokee years

Rivals in SUV (2019)

Last verified 2026-07-03. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 13573), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Jeep Grand Cherokee 2019. Class rank 89 of 93 in SUV 2019. Methodology · Disclosure