2016 Jeep Cherokee suspension problems
21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2016 Jeep Cherokee — 1% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Axle, driveshaft, and differential concern. The 4x4 warning light came on the dash and the four-wheel-drive system stopped functioning properly. Dealer diagnosed a failing PTU (Power Transfer Unit) and recommended installing an SOP PTU unit. Symptoms included grinding, vibration, and inconsistent…”
filed Nov 22, 2025
“While driving on [XXX] N in Jacksonville, FL on [XXX]. Driving below the recommended speed limit my Jeep Cherokee Sport started to rattle and shake so violently I almost lost control of the vehicle. I hit a small bump in the road, was forced off to the right side and the front drivers wheel broke…”
filed Mar 24, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Suspension problems in other Cherokee years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Cherokee | 2 | 4% |
| 2021 Cherokee | 5 | 3% |
| 2020 Cherokee | 7 | 3% |
| 2019 Cherokee | 11 | 1% |
| 2018 Cherokee | 8 | 1% |
| 2017 Cherokee | 15 | 1% |
| 2015 Cherokee | 38 | 2% |
| 2014 Cherokee | 63 | 2% |
| 2001 Cherokee | 22 | 10% |
| 2000 Cherokee | 33 | 9% |
| 1999 Cherokee | 22 | 6% |
| 1998 Cherokee | 18 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 Jeep Cherokee
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.