We've identified 5 known issues that can affect the 2011–2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK2). 3 of these are serious faults that could be expensive to repair.
The 2011–2018 period has 3 more issues than the Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK2) average across all year periods.
The oil cooler can fail internally, mixing oil into the coolant and creating a "mayonnaise" sludge.
Most affected: 3.0 CRD Diesel
Short-trip use and age can bring on EGR fouling, DPF trouble and AdBlue or NOx-sensor faults, making the diesel Grand Cherokee the car to scan before buying.
Most affected: 3.0 CRD diesel
The air suspension gives the WK2 real versatility, but leaking air springs, tired compressors and height-sensor faults are classic expensive-used-4x4 issues.
Most affected: Overland, Summit, Cars with Quadra-Lift
The electric motor responsible for switching between high and low range (and engaging 4WD) can seize or fail.
Most affected: 4WD models
Aging batteries and Jeep electronics can combine to create screen freezes, parking-sensor warnings, random no-starts or a whole dashboard of misleading messages.
Most affected: All WK2 models
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