2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Srt
Common Problems
Ranked from 104 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
20 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Transmission Malfunctioning
14complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission shifts roughly and jerks, causing the car to lurch forward or backward unexpectedly.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic Malfunction
11complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe hydraulic system of the service brakes malfunctions, leading to brake failure and increased risk of accidents.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 3
Electrical System Failure Causing Dashboard Warning Lights and Malfunctions
10complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe electrical system fails, causing multiple dashboard warning lights and system malfunctions.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 4
Engine Stall at Idle Due to Stop-Start System Failure
10complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine stalls when the car is stationary or at low speeds, often requiring the driver to restart the vehicle.
$150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Engine Stall and Power Loss
8complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine stalls and loses power unexpectedly, often at idle or during driving, posing a risk of accidents.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 6
Steering System Locking Up
7complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe steering wheel locks up and starts turning in the opposite direction, posing a risk of losing control of the vehicle.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 7
Power Train Malfunctions
6complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe power train malfunctions, causing the vehicle to stall, lose power, or fail to engage gears properly.
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Recall Issues
6complaintsHigh severityOtherMultiple recalls have been issued but not fully addressed, leading to ongoing issues such as brake system and electrical system malfunctions.
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Transmission Failure Due to Recalled Issues
6complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission fails to engage correctly, preventing the vehicle from shifting into park or reverse.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Airbag Deployment Issues
5complaintsHigh severityElectricalAirbags fail to deploy in collision situations, posing a significant safety risk.
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Electrical System Issues Causing Engine Not to Start
5complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe vehicle intermittently fails to start, with the engine not turning over despite multiple attempts.
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Brake Malfunction Leading to Vehicle Acceleration Without Pedal Input
4complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake system malfunctions, causing the vehicle to accelerate uncontrollably without pedal input.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 13
Brake System Malfunction
4complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake system intermittently fails to function properly, causing brake lights to remain on and ABS module to fail, leading to potential loss of vehicle control.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 14
Electrical System Issues
4complaintsMedium severityElectricalVarious electrical system malfunctions, including radio screen delamination, phantom touches, and random phone calls, causing distraction and potential safety hazards.
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Seat Belt Retraction Failure
4complaintsHigh severityOtherThe seat belts do not retract properly, making them nearly unusable.
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Stalling and Jumping During Gear Changes
3complaintsMedium severityEngineThe vehicle frequently stalls and jumps when changing gears, especially at higher speeds, leading to loss of control.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 17
Brake Light Malfunction
2complaintsMedium severityBrakesThe brake lights malfunction, staying on when the vehicle is in park or not activated, reducing visibility and safety.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 18
Steering System Sticking
2complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe steering wheel occasionally gets stuck during turns, requiring manual intervention to regain control, posing a risk of loss of vehicle control.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 19
Sunroof Malfunction
2complaintsHigh severityOtherThe sunroof unexpectedly explodes while driving, posing a significant risk to occupants and nearby vehicles.
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Unintended Acceleration
2complaintsHigh severityOtherThe vehicle has experienced multiple instances of unintended acceleration, posing a significant safety risk.
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.