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2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee: NHTSA Safety Rating & Pricing

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The 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee scores well for safety compared to 201 other mid-range SUVs. NHTSA has 13 recall campaigns on file, more than the 1.7 average for SUVs.

Starting MSRP
$36,495 - $68,940
EPA Combined MPG
22 MPG
NHTSA Safety Rating
5-Star (Highest)
Est. Annual Fuel Cost
$2,700 per year
EPA GHG Score
5 / 10
Recalls on File
13 recalls on file
EPA: vs Avg Vehicle
$2,250 more over 5 yrs
Owner Complaints
255 on file
Est. Monthly Cost (with fuel)
$1,357 per month
Est. Cost per Mile (with fuel)
$0.84
Brand Origin
United States
5★ NHTSASafetyHighest NHTSA rating
CFuel CostAverage fuel cost among gas SUVs
3.5/5ReliabilityRepairPal rating
13Recalls13 recalls since 2024

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Priced from $36,495 to $68,940, the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee is one of 201 mid-range SUVs. Safety ratings, recall history, and ownership costs are all covered below.

Data Summary

2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee at a Glance

Compared with similar SUVs in our dataset, the clearest positive signals for the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee are high published crash-test results, but the recall history needs a closer look.

Auto-generated from published safety, fuel-cost, reliability, recall, and cost data. It is informational only and not personal advice or a recommendation. How this works

Key signals
  • safety

Strengths in the data

Cautions in the data

  • There are 13 recalls on file, which is above the current SUVs average. Zero-recall cars 2024 →
  • NHTSA has 255 owner complaints on file, compared to an average of 57 for 2024 SUVs. Top reported areas include Electrical, Engine, ADAS / Safety Tech.
  • Reliability is not a standout here: RepairPal 3.5/5.

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How Safe Is the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

NHTSA awarded the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee a 5-star overall rating, the highest available. This places it among the 82% of SUVs that earned top marks in frontal, side, and rollover crash tests. Source: NHTSA.

★★★★★5/5

Overall Safety

82% of SUVs share this top rating

CategoryRating
Frontal Crash★★★★★5/5
Side Crash★★★★★5/5
Rollover★★★★☆4/5
Detailed crash test ratings
TestRating
Frontal Crash - Driver★★★★★5/5
Frontal Crash - Passenger★★★★★5/5
Side Crash - Driver★★★★★5/5
Side Crash - Passenger★★★★★5/5
Side Pole Crash★★★★★5/5

Rollover Risk: 17.9%

FeatureAvailability
Forward Collision WarningStandard
Lane Departure WarningStandard
Crash Imminent BrakingStandard
Dynamic Brake SupportStandard

NHTSA tests are federally mandated. IIHS tests are conducted by an insurance-industry nonprofit. The two programs use different crash configurations, so they catch different things.

How Did the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Perform in IIHS Crash Tests?

The 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee was evaluated by IIHS but fell short of Top Safety Pick criteria. The individual crash test results below show where it scored well and where it did not. Source: IIHS.

TestRating
Small Overlap FrontG Good
SideG Good
Seat Belt RemindersM Marginal
Child Seat Anchors (LATCH)G Good

IIHS vehicle class: Midsize SUVs

A strong crash test result tells you the vehicle was well-engineered for collisions. The recall record tells you whether any defects have been found after production began.

Does the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Have Any Recalls?

With 13 recall campaigns on file, the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee exceeds the 1.7 average for SUVs. Affected components include AIR BAGS:FRONTAL, AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW, BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE, CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE TETHER ANCHOR, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT, STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM, STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS, STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS, VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM. Note that more recalls can indicate more proactive defect identification. All recall repairs are free. Source: NHTSA.

13 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA.

Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL, AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW, BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE, CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE TETHER ANCHOR, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT, STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM, STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS, STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS, VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

Most recent: October 2025

Units affected: 840,490

What Do 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Owners Report to NHTSA?

NHTSA has 255 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee. This is well above the average of 57 complaints for 2024 SUVs. Owner complaints are self-reported and unverified, but patterns across many reports can indicate real issues.

69 in the last 90 days · 183 in the last 12 months · most recent filed 2026-04-14

Safety-relevant complaints: At least one complaint includes crash reported, fire reported, injury reported. Review individual reports on NHTSA.gov for details.

Most-reported problem areas

  1. Electrical120
  2. Engine109
  3. ADAS / Safety Tech49
  4. Fuel System38
  5. Powertrain32

Source: NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. Data last refreshed 2026-04-16.

Families drive more miles and make more trips. That makes fuel economy one of the biggest factors in the real cost of owning the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

What Is the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Fuel Economy?

The 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee achieves up to 22 combined MPG according to EPA testing, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,700. That is $592 more per year than the $2,108 average for mid-range SUVs. EPA estimates are based on standardized laboratory tests. Source: EPA (fueleconomy.gov).

TrimCombinedCityHighwayAnnual Fuel Cost
Laredo A RWD GAS22 MPG1926$2,700 per year
Laredo RWD GAS22 MPG1926$2,700 per year
Laredo X RWD GAS22 MPG1926$2,700 per year
Laredo 4WD GAS22 MPG1926$2,700 per year
Laredo X 4WD GAS22 MPG1926$2,700 per year
Altitude RWD GAS22 MPG1926$2,700 per year
Altitude X RWD GAS22 MPG1926$2,700 per year
Altitude 4WD GAS22 MPG1926$2,700 per year
Altitude X 4WD GAS22 MPG1926$2,700 per year
Limited RWD GAS22 MPG1926$2,700 per year
Limited 4WD GAS22 MPG1926$2,700 per year
Overland 4WD GAS22 MPG1926$2,700 per year
Summit 4WD GAS22 MPG1926$2,700 per year
Summit Reserve 4WD GAS22 MPG1926$2,700 per year

Estimated 5-year fuel cost is $13,500 based on EPA data.

A family vehicle racks up miles fast. That means the hidden costs, insurance, maintenance, depreciation, matter as much as what you pay at the pump. AAA estimates them below.

What Does the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Cost to Own?

Estimated 5-year total ownership cost for the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee ranges from $90,315 to $122,760 depending on trim, based on AAA's Your Driving Costs study for the Medium SUV class. This includes insurance, maintenance, depreciation, registration, and financing. These are class averages, not specific to this model. Source: AAA.

Maintenance$1,817 per year
Insurance$1,873 per year
Depreciation$5,074 per year
Registration & Taxes$862 per year
Financing$1,815 per year
Total (excluding fuel)$13,584 per year
Cost per mile$0.84 per mile

Families often prioritize safety features and cargo space over horsepower. The trim table below shows how those factors vary across the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee lineup.

How Do the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trims Compare?

With 14 trims priced from $36,495 to $68,940, the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee offers a range of equipment levels. All trims use a Gasoline powertrain. MSRP figures below do not include destination, taxes, or dealer fees.

TrimBase MSRPDrive TypeCurb WeightEst. 5-Year Cost
Laredo A RWD GAS$36,495RWD4,238 lbs$90,315
Laredo RWD GAS$39,535RWD4,238 lbs$93,355
Laredo X RWD GAS$40,285RWD4,238 lbs$94,105
Laredo 4WD GAS$41,5354WD4,365 lbs$95,355
Laredo X 4WD GAS$42,2854WD4,365 lbs$96,105
Altitude RWD GAS$44,140RWD4,238 lbs$97,960
Altitude X RWD GAS$44,640RWD4,238 lbs$98,460
Altitude 4WD GAS$46,1404WD4,365 lbs$99,960
Altitude X 4WD GAS$46,6404WD4,365 lbs$100,460
Limited RWD GAS$48,230RWD4,426 lbs$102,050
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Limited 4WD GAS$50,2304WD4,413 lbs$104,050
Overland 4WD GAS$60,1954WD4,721 lbs$114,015
Summit 4WD GAS$64,4604WD4,784 lbs$118,280
Summit Reserve 4WD GAS$68,9404WD4,784 lbs$122,760
View full trim timeline (2024–2026)
Trim202420252026
Laredo A RWD GAS$36,495
22 MPG
$36,495
22 MPG
Laredo RWD GAS$39,535
22 MPG
$37,035
22 MPG
$37,995
23 MPG
Laredo X RWD GAS$40,285
22 MPG
$37,785
22 MPG
$40,490
23 MPG
Laredo 4WD GAS$41,535
22 MPG
$39,035
22 MPG
$39,995
23 MPG
Laredo X 4WD GAS$42,285
22 MPG
$39,785
22 MPG
$42,490
23 MPG
Altitude RWD GAS$44,140
22 MPG
$41,640
22 MPG
$43,435
23 MPG
Altitude X RWD GAS$44,640
22 MPG
$42,140
22 MPG
Altitude 4WD GAS$46,140
22 MPG
$43,640
22 MPG
$45,435
23 MPG
Altitude X 4WD GAS$46,640
22 MPG
$44,140
22 MPG
Limited RWD GAS$48,230
22 MPG
$42,905
22 MPG
$43,395
23 MPG
Limited 4WD GAS$50,230
22 MPG
$44,905
22 MPG
$45,395
23 MPG
Overland 4WD GAS$60,195
22 MPG
$56,995
22 MPG
Summit 4WD GAS$64,460
22 MPG
$58,560
22 MPG
$59,995
23 MPG
Summit Reserve 4WD GAS$68,940
22 MPG
$63,040
22 MPG

Compare Trim Costs

Select two trims and adjust your driving and financing to see how monthly costs compare. Only costs we can compute from EPA data and your inputs are shown. No estimates, no guesses.

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Once you have settled on a trim, long-term dependability becomes the deciding factor. The section below shows the third-party reliability rating currently available.

How Reliable Is the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

RepairPal rates the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee at 3.5 out of 5.0 for reliability, which is about average for mid-range SUVs. RepairPal ratings reflect repair frequency and cost data from a network of certified repair shops. Source: RepairPal.

3.5/5.0RepairPal Rating

Reliability data tells you what to expect. Warranty coverage tells you what Jeep will fix for free if something goes wrong within the covered period.

What Warranty Does the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Come With?

Warranty coverage defines Jeep's financial commitment if something fails. The terms below apply to all 2024 Grand Cherokee trims. Longer powertrain coverage reflects the manufacturer's confidence in drivetrain durability.

Basic Warranty3yr/36k
Powertrain Warranty5yr/60k
Corrosion Warranty5yr/100k
Roadside Assistance5yr/60k

What Are the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specs?

Technical specifications for the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee from manufacturer data. Engine size, horsepower, curb weight, and dimensions are shown for the primary configuration.

EPA vehicle class: Mid-size SUV

Engine3.6L V6
Horsepower293 hp
Power-to-Weight122.5 - 138.3 hp per ton
Price per HP$125 - $235
Torque260 lb-ft
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic
Drive TypeRear-Wheel Drive, Four-Wheel Drive
Fuel Typeregular unleaded
Fuel Tank23.0 gal
Est. Range per Tank506 miles per tank (EPA combined)
Length193.5 in
Width77.5 in
Height70.8 - 70.9 in
Wheelbase116.7 in
Curb Weight4,238 - 4,784 lbs

All data shown for the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee comes from EPA, NHTSA, IIHS, AAA, manufacturers, and selected third-party references. The safety and reliability data above is especially relevant for a vehicle your family depends on. Data is refreshed periodically.

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2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee FAQ

Answers generated from published EPA, NHTSA, IIHS, AAA, and RepairPal data. Not personal advice.

Which 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee trim has the lowest ownership cost?

Among 14 available trims, the Laredo A RWD GAS has the lowest estimated five-year ownership cost at $90,315, starting at $36,495 MSRP. The most expensive trim to own is about $122,760. See the full trim comparison table above for a side-by-side breakdown.

What vehicles compete with the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

The 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee competes with 2024 Hyundai Palisade, 2024 Ford Explorer, and 2024 Nissan Pathfinder based on price, size, and segment. Each of those vehicles has its own fact sheet with the same EPA, NHTSA, IIHS, and cost data shown here. Browse all 2024 SUVs.

How much does a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee cost per month to own?

Excluding your car payment, estimated monthly costs for the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee include about $1,132 for insurance, maintenance, depreciation, and fees, plus roughly $225 for fuel. That puts non-payment running costs around $1,357 per month. These are estimates based on AAA class averages and EPA fuel data. Actual costs depend on your driving, location, and coverage.

Where is Jeep based?

Jeep is a United States-based automaker. The 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee may be assembled in a different country than where Jeep is headquartered. Check the window sticker or VIN decoder for the specific assembly location of any individual vehicle.

What other Jeep models are available for 2024?

Each 2024 Jeep model on this site has its own fact sheet covering available safety, fuel, reliability, cost, and recall data. Visit our Jeep models page for the full lineup.

What is the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee safety rating?

The 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee earned a 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA and has 13 recall campaigns on file. See the safety and recall sections above for the full breakdown, including IIHS results and specific recall details.