2014 Jeep Cherokee Problems

Severe Issues

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Jeep Cherokee. Part of Generation 5 (KL) — 2014–2023.

20062015
Complaints
3,941
per 10K Sold
220.9
US Sales
178,409
Crashes
96
Fires
34
Injuries
69
Fatalities
Recalls
13

Worst 2014 Jeep Cherokee Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#11,438 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:44,168 mi
Crash-related:18
Fires:7
#2512 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:48,894 mi
Crash-related:7
Fires:7
#3434 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:51,757 mi
Crash-related:6
Fires:9
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 Jeep Cherokee.

Transmission / Drivetrain
1,438
complaints
Crashes
18
Fires
7
Avg Miles
44,168
Engine Problems
512
complaints
Crashes
7
Fires
7
Avg Miles
48,894
Electrical Faults
434
complaints
Crashes
6
Fires
9
Avg Miles
51,757
Fuel System
186
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
53,396
Brakes
182
complaints
Crashes
10
Fires
1
Avg Miles
44,819
Unintended Acceleration
178
complaints
Crashes
7
Fires
Avg Miles
34,827
Steering Defects
117
complaints
Crashes
6
Fires
1
Avg Miles
35,745
Electronic Stability Control
88
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
49,063
Wipers & Visibility
63
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
20,004
Suspension Failures
61
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
1
Avg Miles
28,676
Body Structure
54
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
2
Avg Miles
38,624
Structural Problems
49
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
62,250
Airbags
48
complaints
Crashes
17
Fires
Avg Miles
40,916
Headlight/Taillight Failures
42
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
27,853
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
23
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
123,800
Parking-Brake Issues
22
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
92,275
Wheel Issues
21
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
32,324
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
9,077
Gasoline Fuel System
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
87,883
Visibility
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
19,750
Automatic Transmission
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
59,558
Seat Belt Issues
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
7,890
Electrical System:Wiring
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
32,794
Engine & Cooling
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
15,411
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Instrument Cluster
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2014 Jeep Cherokee

13 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~7,421,524 vehicles.

23V338000Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate · Electrical System:wiring: Rear Compartment/trunk
~132,099 affected

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with a power liftgate. An electrical short in the power liftgate module may lead to a vehicle fire with the ignition on or off.

20V343000Power Train:driveline:differential Unit · Automatic Transmission
~67,248 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with a two-speed Power Transfer Unit (PTU). Relative movement in the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) between the differential input splines and the transmission output shaft may cause some input spline teeth to wear off, which may eventually cause a loss of engagement between the transmission and the differential inside the PTU. If this occurs, power cannot be transferred between the front wheels and the transmission which results in a loss of drive while the vehicle is in motion and a loss of the Park function while stationary.

19V447000Automatic Transmission
~81,615 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.2L engines. In the event that a clutch becomes stuck in the transmission, the transmission software may shift the transmission to neutral.

18V332000Electrical System:software · Vehicle Speed Control:cruise Control · Electrical System:wiring
~4,815,661 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.

17V824000Other Equipment
~61,791 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

16V590000Seats:mid/rear Assembly · Seats
~1,827 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured July 29, 2013, to February 5, 2016. The seat fasteners on the first or second row seats may not have been tightened to the proper torque specification.

16V529000Automatic Transmission
~329,540 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jeep Cherokee and 2015 Chrysler 200, Jeep Renegade, RAM ProMaster, and 2016 Fiat 500X vehicles equipped with 9-speed automatic transmissions. The transmission sensor clusters may have insufficient crimps in the transmission wire harness, and as a result, the transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral. On August 29, 2016 Chrysler added the 2016 Fiat 500X vehicles to this recall.

15V509000Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer
~158,684 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 4, 2013, to July 11, 2014. Use of the front windshield wipers on dry glass may cause damage to the body control module (BCM).

15V461000Equipment:electrical:radio/tape Deck/cd Etc.
~1,416,903 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.

15V393000Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate
~99,399 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 4, 2013, to February 18, 2015 and equipped with a Power Liftgate option. In the affected vehicles, water may enter the Power Liftgate Control Module and cause a high resistance short circuit in the module.

+ 3 more recalls

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2014 Jeep Cherokee — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2014 Jeep Cherokee reliable?
Verdict: Severe Issues. The 2014 Jeep Cherokee has 3,941 NHTSA complaints, 96 crash-related, and 13 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 1,438 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2014 Jeep Cherokee?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (1,438 complaints, avg 44,168 mi); Engine Problems (512 complaints, avg 48,894 mi); Electrical Faults (434 complaints, avg 51,757 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2014 Jeep Cherokee?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 45,517 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2014 Jeep Cherokee?
NHTSA complaints for the 2014 Jeep Cherokee include 96 crash-related reports, 34 fire reports, 69 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2014 Jeep Cherokee have any recalls?
Yes — 13 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 7,421,524 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2014 Jeep Cherokee?
Proceed with extreme caution. The 2014 Jeep Cherokee shows significantly more complaints than average for its class. If you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection and a VIN history check are essential — skip them and you're gambling.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Jeep Cherokee reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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