2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 241 owner complaints for the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The EPA rates it 13 to 21 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 3
- Owner complaints
- 241
- Crashes / fires reported
- 24 / 5
- EPA combined
- 13–21 MPG
2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls
Engine and Engine CoolingJun 8, 2023 · NHTSA 23V411000+
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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 service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 66A. This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-475.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L Diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
Fuel System, DieselJun 9, 2022 · NHTSA 22V406000+
Risk: Fuel starvation may result in an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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 contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLS's number for this recall is Z46.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. A high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure may introduce internal debris into the fuel system, potentially resulting in fuel starvation.
Back Over PreventionSep 10, 2020 · NHTSA 20V191000+
Risk: The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Electrical System74
- Unknown or Other64
- Engine50
- Power Train39
- Fuel/Propulsion System17
- Air Bags17
- Vehicle Speed Control15
- Service Brakes13
2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Cherokee 2WD | 3.6 L 6 cyl, Automatic 8-spd | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,050 |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD | 3.6 L 6 cyl, Automatic 8-spd | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,050 |
| Grand Cherokee 4WD | 5.7 L 8 cyl, Automatic 8-spd | 14 | 22 | 17 | $4,350 |
| Grand Cherokee SRT 4WD | 6.4 L 8 cyl, Automatic 8-spd | 13 | 19 | 15 | $5,300 |
| Grand Cherokee Trackhawk 4WD | 6.2 L 8 cyl, Automatic 8-spd | 11 | 17 | 13 | $6,150 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, most recently for the engine and engine cooling (Jun 8, 2023). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems?
Owners filed 241 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are electrical system (74), unknown or other (64), engine (50).
What gas mileage does the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee get?
The EPA rates the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee at 13 to 21 MPG combined (best version: 19 city / 26 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.