2005 Dodge Magnum vs 2005 Jeep Grand 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 | 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 638 | 2,051 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 84 | 117 |
| Investigations | 4 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 22 | 82 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 24 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 14–17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 73,711 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Magnum | Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 54 | 927 |
| Structure | 25 | 405 |
| Power Train | 117 | 253 |
| Air Bags | 131 | 95 |
| Engine | 84 | 134 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 12 | 163 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 91 | 23 |
| Steering | 48 | 64 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 155 | 282 |
| Airbag warning light | 29 | 45 |
| Vibration / shaking | 21 | 35 |
| Hesitation / surging | 19 | 51 |
| Check engine light | 17 | 58 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 56 |
| Clunking / rattling | 11 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 6 | 16 |
2005 Dodge Magnum
2005 Jeep Grand 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.