2020 Jeep Cherokee vs 2021 Jeep Cherokee
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2020 Jeep Cherokee | 2021 Jeep Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 273 | 145 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 388 | 256 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–26 | 22–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 46,900 mi | 41,100 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Cherokee | Jeep Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 152 | 79 |
| Engine | 37 | 23 |
| Electrical System | 33 | 22 |
| Service Brakes | 22 | 13 |
| Steering | 21 | 3 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 8 | 10 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 8 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 9 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 21 | 12 |
| Stalling | 17 | 9 |
| Clunking / rattling | 12 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 11 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 5 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
2020 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.