Jeep Cherokee vs Jeep Wrangler
For 2013–2022 models, the Jeep Wrangler has 35.5 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 66.8 for the Jeep Cherokee. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2013–2022), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Jeep Cherokee
66.8 complaints per 10,000 sold
1.9× the Jeep Wrangler’s rate
- Complaints
- 9,972
- Sold
- 1,491,893
- Recall campaigns
- 39
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 2
Most complaints: 2014–2015, 2017 and 2019. Fewest: 2013 and 2020–2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 22,600 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 35,785 mi
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Transmission control module and sensors
Typically around 42,000 mi
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Transfer case
Typically around 91,000 mi · repair $2,280–$4,240
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 31,300 mi
Jeep Wrangler
35.5 complaints per 10,000 sold
47% fewer than the Jeep Cherokee
- Complaints
- 6,992
- Sold
- 1,971,246
- Recall campaigns
- 44
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 5
Most complaints: 2018. Fewest: 2015–2017 and 2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 55,000 mi
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Tie rods, linkage, shaft and column
Typically around 6,600 mi · repair $270–$510
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 65,437 mi
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Tank, lines and filler
Typically around 45,000 mi
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Shocks and struts
Typically around 17,000 mi · repair $280–$1,440
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Jeep Cherokee or the Jeep Wrangler?
For 2013–2022 models, the Jeep Wrangler has 35.5 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Jeep Cherokee has 66.8, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Jeep Cherokee?
The most-reported problem on the Jeep Cherokee is harsh, delayed or erratic shifting, typically around 22,600 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Jeep Wrangler?
The most-reported problem on the Jeep Wrangler is body control and other modules, typically around 55,000 miles.
Which Jeep Cherokee and Jeep Wrangler years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Jeep Cherokee: 2014–2015, 2017 and 2019; Jeep Wrangler: 2018.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.