2020 Model Year

Jeep Cherokee

NHTSA Complaints & Reliability Data

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Complaints
225
Recalls
1
Crashes
9
Severe
20

Active Recalls

Manufacturer safety recalls

19V637000 Aug 2019

Other

No consequence data available

Recent Complaints

Latest owner reports

POWER TRAIN,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 2026

Issue #1: Fuel pump failure, had to completely replace the fuel pump at approx. 60,000 miles. Approx. $1,300 repair. Issue #2: Rear differential f...

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
Sep 2026

The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while accelerating from a stop, the vehicle stalled. The transmission message was displ...

Power Train
Sep 2026

The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the 4WD warning light was flashing on the instru...

Power Train
Sep 2026

Failed Power Train Unit, and this is available for inspection. I was driving on the highway with my grandson and husband going 70 mph when the unit...

Power Train
Sep 2026

The "4WD Needs Service" light appeared on the dashboard of our 2020 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk. We took vehicle to the Enumclaw Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram d...

Power Train
Feb 2026

Transfer case failure, I had started to notice as if the transmission were shifted to neutral, high engine rpm and no output to the wheels. This happe...

Power Train
Feb 2026

No accident or incident cause issues with the power train. Seems like a recurring problem that this specific model of Jeep has been facing.

Power Train
Feb 2026

The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while changing lines and attempting to depress the accelerator pedal, the vehicle faile...

Engine
Feb 2026

Oil filter housing 3.2 motor. Plastic housing leaking with oil smell while driving. Could cause fire in engine bay.

Power Train
Jan 2026

The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The...

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Data updated: March 5, 2026

Summary

The 2020 Jeep Cherokee has 225 complaints and 1 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue is Power Train. 9 crash-related incidents have been reported.

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