2015 Jeep Cherokee Problems

Severe Issues

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Jeep Cherokee. Part of Generation 5 (KL) — 2014–2023.

20142016
Complaints
2,636
per 10K Sold
119.7
US Sales
220,260
Crashes
80
Fires
47
Injuries
49
Fatalities
Recalls
11

Worst 2015 Jeep Cherokee Problems

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

#1984 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:35,797 mi
Crash-related:13
Fires:1
#2362 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:37,838 mi
Crash-related:8
Fires:15
#3314 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:45,284 mi
Crash-related:8
Fires:12
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2015 Jeep Cherokee.

Transmission / Drivetrain
984
complaints
Crashes
13
Fires
1
Avg Miles
35,797
Engine Problems
362
complaints
Crashes
8
Fires
15
Avg Miles
37,838
Electrical Faults
314
complaints
Crashes
8
Fires
12
Avg Miles
45,284
Brakes
124
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
Avg Miles
33,311
Unintended Acceleration
119
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
30,065
Steering Defects
57
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
36,310
Electronic Stability Control
51
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
43,995
Body Structure
44
complaints
Crashes
6
Fires
5
Avg Miles
30,883
Airbags
39
complaints
Crashes
14
Fires
Avg Miles
38,875
Structural Problems
36
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
54,971
Suspension Failures
36
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
30,547
Headlight/Taillight Failures
35
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
43,060
Fuel System
35
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
48,231
Wheel Issues
27
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
33,748
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
12
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
12
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
17,655
Parking-Brake Issues
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
85,374
Seat-Related Issues
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
22,914
Engine & Cooling
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
76,919
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
25,002
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
58,500
Electrical System:Software
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Wiring
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2015 Jeep Cherokee

11 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~7,263,134 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.

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.

15V826000Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate · Electrical System:wiring: Rear Compartment/trunk
~32,784 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 18, 2015, to September 10, 2015 and equipped with the power liftgate option. In the affected vehicles, water may leak into the Power Liftgate Control Module and result in a high resistance short circuit.

15V676000Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System
~75,592 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 1, 2014, to June 18, 2015. The affected vehicles may have a misrouted air conditioning suction/discharge hose.

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.

+ 1 more recalls

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2015 Jeep Cherokee — FAQ

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

Is the 2015 Jeep Cherokee reliable?
Verdict: Severe Issues. The 2015 Jeep Cherokee has 2,636 NHTSA complaints, 80 crash-related, and 11 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 984 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2015 Jeep Cherokee?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (984 complaints, avg 35,797 mi); Engine Problems (362 complaints, avg 37,838 mi); Electrical Faults (314 complaints, avg 45,284 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 2015 Jeep Cherokee?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 37,793 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2015 Jeep Cherokee?
NHTSA complaints for the 2015 Jeep Cherokee include 80 crash-related reports, 47 fire reports, 49 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 2015 Jeep Cherokee have any recalls?
Yes — 11 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 7,263,134 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 2015 Jeep Cherokee?
Proceed with extreme caution. The 2015 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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