2020 Jeep Grand cherokee
The Verdict
The 2020 Jeep Grand cherokee has 224 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. The most reported issues are engine (68 complaints) and body (66 complaints). With a Klunk Score of 50/100, it earns a "Proceed with Caution" rating. If you're shopping for a Jeep Grand cherokee, consider the 2025 model year which has 73% fewer complaints.
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Klunk Score: Proceed with Caution
About average for complaint volume. Research the specific issues before buying.
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Under the Hood
Each number is a complaint. Darker = bigger problem.
| Year | Body | Brakes | Electrical | Engine | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 594 | 487 | 241 | 351 | 167 |
| 2001 | 509 | 241 | 103 | 153 | 110 |
| 2002 | 504 | 162 | 522 | 224 | 49 |
| 2003 | 292 | 64 | 291 | 74 | 30 |
| 2004 | 520 | 155 | 431 | 128 | 47 |
| 2005 | 670 | 74 | 782 | 235 | 225 |
| 2006 | 254 | 51 | 596 | 190 | 154 |
| 2007 | 103 | 26 | 502 | 269 | 159 |
| 2008 | 85 | 14 | 381 | 160 | 63 |
| 2009 | 39 | 2 | 45 | 33 | 19 |
| 2010 | 33 | 10 | 33 | 25 | 16 |
| 2011 | 174 | 273 | 560 | 569 | 55 |
| 2012 | 192 | 255 | 617 | 482 | 68 |
| 2013 | 118 | 134 | 305 | 190 | 43 |
| 2014 | 758 | 227 | 459 | 545 | 375 |
| 2015 | 529 | 29 | 181 | 286 | 312 |
| 2016 | 68 | 14 | 50 | 112 | 62 |
| 2017 | 90 | 21 | 57 | 129 | 64 |
| 2018 | 253 | 51 | 311 | 171 | 47 |
| 2019 | 90 | 95 | 63 | 70 | 35 |
| 2020 | 66 | 12 | 55 | 68 | 23 |
| 2021 | 138 | 24 | 106 | 84 | 42 |
| 2022 | 104 | 18 | 103 | 104 | 24 |
| 2023 | 122 | 20 | 98 | 106 | 21 |
| 2024 | 44 | 13 | 46 | 120 | 9 |
| 2025 | 17 | 3 | 13 | 21 | 6 |
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Complaints
The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 20 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle jerked and lost power. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the failure could not be replicated. The vehicle was then taken to another independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the camshaft, battery, and two oil valves in the starter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, who provided the same diagnosis. The battery, starter, and two valves were replaced. The contact stated that the failures persisted while driving on several occasions, with the message "Oil Overheated" displayed, and the temperature warning light illuminated. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the camshaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 114,369.
Airbags did not deploy in an accident where someone ran me into a tree front center of front of car it involves Two injury because airbags didn't come out on impact
Safety Issue: The UConnect screen which displays backup camera image, has delaminated causing the display to not show the backup camera view. The same Uconnect screen , because of the delaminating failure auto selects radio channel changes and climate control to not respond to touching the screen.
all grand cherokees have an issue where you lose all power to your jeep while driving and cant do anything! ON top of all the electrical issues. HUGE safety problem when your driving in traffic and cant control your jeep randomly
The internal fuel pump/fuel pump circuit on my 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee (VIN: [XXX] ) failed prematurely, resulting in a sudden and severe 'no-crank' safety hazard. The fuel pump failure triggered a massive electrical current draw that shorted out the Powertrain/Engine Control Module communications and locked out the starter motor entirely. This electrical failure leaves the vehicle completely stranded, inoperable, and creates a significant risk of stalling in active traffic without power steering or propulsion. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Radio 8.4 touch screen is delaminated and freezes during back up camera use and sometimes the inputs change on their own
At 50k grand cherokee would flash reverse indicator and message shift to park also when reverse would engage it was with a harsh engagement. At 58k transmission would hesitate to shift into 4th gear.at 64k transmission would no shift past 3rd gear. Jeep dealer tried to charge $5900. For a bandage 4th clutch repair or $7000. For rebuild transmission .while I wish to repair it myself parts for transmission are not available and dealership says it won't pass state emissions test with transmission codes.the fact the vehicle can not reach highway speed do to failure and after reading online about many premature failures of this 850re transmission and lack of consumer available parts the vehicle should be recalled
The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the service four-wheel drive warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle was shaking. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, however the failure was not duplicated. The contact was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact referenced an unknown recall repair which had a similar failure description, however the contact's VIN was not associated. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.
ABS MODULE / HCU SHORTED INTERNALLY. BOTH HAD TO BE REPLACED. THESE ARE ON RECALL FOR MANY 2020 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE AND THE DEALER HAS REPLACED SEVERAL FOR THIS RECALL. MY JEEP SHOULD BE INCLUDED IN THE RECALL AND I SHOULD BE REIMBURSED FOR $2954.79 OUT OF POCKET
I was driving my 2020 grand Cherokee limited 4x4 and it started to snow heavily so i was driving down this slight hill with a turn. I was not doing no more 15 miles per hour. My warning lights for service 4x4 and my traction control light where on. I then proceeded to slide and i could not stop and i slid into a utility pole then a tree. The air bags did not deploy.. I tried to back my vehicle up i had no traction or 4-wheel drive. A gentleman came out to help me and he had some older jeeps tried to move my vehicle and he stated i can't believe your 4x4 is not working. I believe due to failure of the 4x4 and traction control led to my accident. From what i read this is a known issue with jeeps there should be a recall. At this time i have not had the vehicle looked at because it has been in the autobody shop since the accident!
Delamination of touchscreen occurring resulting in “ghost touches/calls”. This has been verified by an independent dealership. This affects the safety of the driver as the touchscreen is not able to be used properly in emergencies and also the ghost calls can result in 911 inadvertently being called when not needed.
Vehicle: 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4WD Purchase Date: [XXX] Mileage at Purchase: ~54,900 miles Dealer: Cherry Hill Jeep Chrysler Dodge, Cherry Hill, NJ I am filing this complaint because I am currently being required to drive a vehicle with a severe wheel misalignment that is visually observable, while the selling dealership has deemed it 'drivable' and has not completed the necessary repairs. On [XXX], I was involved in an accident in which I struck a curb after sliding on black ice. The damage included a bent lower control arm and a cracked subframe. I brought the vehicle to Cherry Hill Jeep Chrysler Dodge for repairs, which took approximately three weeks. I took delivery of the repaired vehicle on March 13, 2026. Upon taking delivery, I immediately noticed a severe misalignment. The wheel misalignment is so pronounced it is visually apparent while driving. I returned the vehicle to the dealership and they acknowledged the alignment issue. They have since told me there are additional parts needed to complete the repair, and that those parts have not yet arrived. As of today, April 10, 2026, the dealership has confirmed they still do not know when the parts will arrive. Despite the unresolved alignment issue, the dealership has deemed the vehicle 'drivable' and I have been left with no choice but to continue driving it. My daily commute is approximately 60 miles per day, 6 days per week. I have driven hundreds of miles in this condition. Driving a vehicle with severe wheel misalignment poses serious safety risks, including unpredictable handling, accelerated and uneven tire wear leading to potential tire failure, and reduced ability to maintain control in emergency situations — particularly concerning given that this vehicle's incident originated on icy roads. I am requesting that the NHTSA investigate the dealership's decision to return this vehicle to me in an unsafe condition and require me to continue operating it without a timeline INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
RE: SAFETY RECALL W36 (NHTSA ID 20V-191). Manufacturer Stellantis (FCA US LLC) has reported this safety recall as "Complete" for my VIN. This reporting is inaccurate. The vehicle remains on firmware version 30.21.0, which is the defective version the recall was mandated to replace. The Head Unit and Telematics Box (TBM) hardware are failing to accept the required safety patch. Stellantis Case Management (Case #95948441) has refused to provide the mandated free remedy and is demanding a consumer-paid diagnostic fee to address this failed safety recall, in direct violation of 49 U.S.C. § 30120. Furthermore, the dashboard assembly is failing (adhesive degradation), causing significant rattle/distraction. The manufacturer refuses to honor the Federal Safety Act and remediate these defects without charge. I have already performed the diagnosis and provided firmware evidence which the manufacturer has ignored.
The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the heater was activated on the instrument panel, but the A/C inadvertently turned on and then returned to heat. The instrument panel then malfunctioned, rendering the navigation system inoperable. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V652000 (Electrical System); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 44,000.
on or around 12/15/2024 (42257 miles on vehicle) jeep will power on start and stop, all alights on dashboard light, unable to shift into or out of gear when parked. When driving but stopped at a red light car shut off. Attempted to restart unable to, car put into park attempted to restart lights came on but engine didn't turn over. Tried again few minutes laster and the car turned on. Returned apartment, parked car. was unable to shift car into park, car shut off on its own again, car then able to go into park. A few days later start engine, car turns on put car in reverse, car shut off on its own, all lights and warnings on dashboard light up and stay on. Unable to start engine, unable to shift car into park. turn car off, shift into park, on 12/17/24 Car towed to Lake Chrysler dodge jeep ram auto Lewistown PA. told that it was the can bus connector needed to be replaced. Part replaced. 10/10/25 (54630 miles) car in for inspection, oil change, reported to mechanic engine was making high pitched sound/noise when driving up steep hill on highway the week prior. Was told by mechanic "that is normal when driving up steep hills, after a long drive" " we didn't hear it or find anything" Car continued to make this noise on the same hill since. Car in for oil change at David Dodge on 1/12/26 (58,974 miles) reported to mechanic again that engine continues to make a high pitched sound/noise when going up hills, on highway drives and after longer drives. per shop nothing was found. Asked if I should make an appointment for it to be tested and told no not needed. On 3/2/26 check engine light on, waring start/stop unavailable service stop/start system this happened off and on for next few days. Car brought to mechanic on 3/6/26 (60,000 miles) diagnosic test run cylinder misfire, R and R intake manifold to check coil and spark coolant found on spark plug, borescope #3 cylinder Head gasket, cylinder head, block issue . Recommend total engine and radiator replacements
On September 15–16, 2025, my vehicle was serviced at AutoNation CDJR North Columbus, where the technician documented: “Oil filter housing failed internally.” •No repair, replacement, or warning was provided to me about the risk of catastrophic engine failure. •I was not presented a signed repair decline form. •Internal failure was documented but not escalated. On February 13, 2026, the engine failed completely, rendering the vehicle inoperable. The dealership quoted ~$13,094.83 for engine replacement but did not authorize repair. During this time, oil and coolant leaks were observed, indicating continued mechanical risk and potential safety hazards.
Rocker arms and lifters failed
Frequently, my vehicle would not start. It would crank for a lengthy period of time but the engine would not turn over to start. Internet searches show that this is a widespread, known problem with Chrysler vehicles, yet only a small number of recalls have been issued. Unfortunately, my vehicle does not fall under the recall for unknown reasons. I have been advised that the fuel pump and auxiliary fuel pump need to be replaced, which is a costly repair. A fuel pump should not fail on a vehicle with under 50,000 miles on it.
For the past two years ive been having problems with the steering in the car. the steering wheel constantly pulls to the right. i had to get 4 or 5 wheel alignments in one year because the problem is that bad. i have receipts for the fixes. i recently researched known issues and came across the recall of the "steering gear" affecting Grand Cherokees from 2019 - 2020. My car falls under the 2020 year and i am having the issues of the steering gear. At least that is what a mechanic told me when i got the car inspected. i would like to know why my car doesnt fall within the recall when i have that car and the year that is stated and with the same issue
Delaminated bubbling dash obstructs visibility
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