1993 Jeep Cherokee vs 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1993 Jeep Cherokee | 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 418 | 555 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 25 | 59 |
| Investigations | 8 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 51 | 59 |
| Fire reports | 12 | 36 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–19 | 14–16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 130,000 mi | 130,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Cherokee | Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 123 | 146 |
| Structure | 99 | 48 |
| Power Train | 44 | 99 |
| Electrical System | 35 | 54 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 34 | 46 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 36 | 37 |
| Steering | 18 | 38 |
| Suspension | 12 | 38 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 16 | 14 |
| Vibration / shaking | 15 | 26 |
| Stalling | 11 | 15 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 12 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 11 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 9 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 5 |
1993 Jeep Cherokee
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.