NHTSA & EPA data · updated October 21, 2026

2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls, problems & safety ratings

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NHTSA lists 10 recalls for the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 805 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are electrical system (376), service brakes (152), engine (106). It earned a 4-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 15–19 mpg combined, depending on engine.

The 2013 ranks #10 of 14 Grand Cherokee model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with more complaints than the average year (704). It has 10 recalls vs. an average of 10.9 per model year.

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Recalls 10

Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

Electrical systemNHTSA #19V813000 · 11/14/2019

Problem: 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.

Risk: A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Engine and engine cooling · engine · gasoline · turbo/superchargerNHTSA #17E061000 · 10/19/2017

Problem: Accessible Technologies, Inc. (ATI) is recalling certain ProCharger Superchargers, model numbers AB037A-100, AB037A-100P, and A037A-100B, sold for installation on 2012-2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 and SRT vehicles. The supercharger mounting bracket may contact and damage the ABS line, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak.

Risk: A brake fluid leak may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: ATI will notify owners and will replace the supercharger brackets, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2017. Owners may contact ATI customer service at 1-913-338-2886.

Service brakesNHTSA #17V572000 · 09/18/2017

Problem: 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.

Risk: If the brake booster shield was not installed properly, the vehicle's braking ability may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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 · alternator/generator/regulatorNHTSA #17V435000 · 07/10/2017

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.

Risk: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T36.

Electrical system · wiringNHTSA #15V879000 · 12/28/2015

Problem: 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.

Risk: The vanity lamp wiring may short, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.

Fix: 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 systemNHTSA #15V115000 · 02/27/2015

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured September 17, 2010, to August 19, 2013, and equipped with a 3.6, 5.7 or 6.4 liter engine, and 2012-2013 Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured January 18, 2011, to August 19, 2013, and equipped with a 3.6 or 5.7 liter 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.

Risk: A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump relay with one external to the TIPM. The recall began on August 7, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R09. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 14V-530. Note: This recall has been superseded by recall 19V813.

Electrical system · alternator/generator/regulatorNHTSA #14V634000 · 10/08/2014

Problem: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.

Risk: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P60.

Electrical system · wiringNHTSA #14V391000 · 07/02/2014

Problem: 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.

Risk: If the vanity lamp wiring shorts, there is an increased risk of fire.

Fix: 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 brakesNHTSA #14V154000 · 04/01/2014

Problem: 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.

Risk: The water inside could freeze and limit the braking ability of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Service brakes, hydraulic · antilock/traction control/electronic limited slipNHTSA #14V104000 · 03/04/2014

Problem: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 11, 2011, through October 1, 2012. Under certain braking events, the Ready Alert Braking System (RAB) may result in the driver experiencing a hard brake pedal feel.

Risk: If the driver experiences a hard brake pedal, the driver may not push the pedal as intended, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ABS module software, free of charge. The recall began on April 3, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number associated with this recall is P05.

Common problems

From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.

Most-reported problem areas

Electrical system376
Service brakes152
Engine106
Fuel/propulsion system105
Unknown or other59
Seats57
Power train55
Air bags33

By the numbers

805owner complaints filed
23involved a crash
27involved a fire
28injuries reported

Recent owner reports

10/18/2026 · Unknown or other

while driving my 2013 jeep grand cherokee the driver's seat headrest just exploded and caused me to run off the road and was very dangerous. It felt like something large hit my seat back from behind. what do i do? If this safe?

09/29/2026 · Electrical system,fuel/propulsion system

Brought my vehicle to a local shop for a new start issue. After investigation, Recall V62 was claimed by Hoover Jeep but the external relay was never added to my vehicle. I believe they claimed this recall but never performed the work. I had to pay out of pocket to have the proper repairs made.

09/29/2026 · Electrical system,fuel/propulsion system

Brought my vehicle to a local shop for a new start issue. After investigation, Recall V62 was claimed by Hoover Jeep but the external relay was never added to my vehicle. I believe they claimed this recall but never performed the work. I had to pay out of pocket to have the proper repairs made.

Safety ratings

2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV 4WD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV 2WD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Fuel economy

EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Grand Cherokee 2WD

Auto 5-spd · 6 cyl · 3.6 L

17city
23hwy
19combined

Gasoline or E85

Grand Cherokee 2WD

Auto 6-spd · 8 cyl · 5.7 L

14city
20hwy
16combined

Midgrade

Grand Cherokee 4WD

Auto 5-spd · 6 cyl · 3.6 L

16city
23hwy
19combined

Gasoline or E85

Grand Cherokee 4WD

Auto 6-spd · 8 cyl · 5.7 L

13city
20hwy
15combined

Midgrade

Other model years

Compare every Jeep Grand Cherokee year

Questions

How many recalls does the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?

NHTSA lists 10 recalls for the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee, most recently for electrical system (11/14/2019). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Based on 805 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are electrical system (376), service brakes (152), engine (106).

Is the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee safe?

The 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee earned a 4-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.

Is the 2013 a good year for the Jeep Grand Cherokee?

The 2013 ranks #10 of 14 Grand Cherokee model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with more complaints than the average year (704). It has 10 recalls vs. an average of 10.9 per model year.

What gas mileage does the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee get?

EPA ratings for the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee range from 15 to 19 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.

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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: GRAND CHEROKEE, Grand Cherokee.

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