2017 Jeep Cherokee engine problems
256 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2017 Jeep Cherokee — 19% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving 57 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated and the message to “Service Vehicle Immediately” was displayed. The contact stated that the 4WD setting switched from “Auto Mode” to “Snow Mode” independently. The contact…”
filed Apr 21, 2026
“Back in July of 2025, my vehicle Abruptly Stopped and lost all power on the thruway. Vehicle was towed immediately to local dealership (emerling Jeep in springville ny ), where it then sat for almost 9 months awaiting a safety recall related to the PTU, as was confirmed by dealership. Fast forward…”
filed Apr 20, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine problems in other Cherokee years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Cherokee | 7 | 15% |
| 2021 Cherokee | 23 | 16% |
| 2020 Cherokee | 37 | 14% |
| 2019 Cherokee | 451 | 28% |
| 2018 Cherokee | 155 | 23% |
| 2016 Cherokee | 313 | 22% |
| 2015 Cherokee | 363 | 20% |
| 2014 Cherokee | 513 | 19% |
| 2001 Cherokee | 7 | 3% |
| 2000 Cherokee | 12 | 3% |
| 1999 Cherokee | 1 | 0% |
| 1998 Cherokee | 4 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 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.