2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L electrical system problems

22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L — 29% of all complaints for this model year.

Electrical System complaints

29%

share of all complaints

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median reported incident mileage

1 / 1

crash / fire reports

What owners report

“The starter/starter solenoid and related engine oil sealing have failed three times. Most recently on 6/18/2026, and previously in 2024 and 2025, the vehicle would not start: the dashboard illuminated but the engine would not crank. The engine then began smoking and a burning electrical smell…”
filed Jul 21, 2026
“While driving, the vehicle displayed a "Service Shifter" warning with no prior warning lamps or symptoms. The transmission then dropped out of Drive into Neutral on its own while the vehicle was moving, causing it to roll before the vehicle automatically shifted itself into Park and applied the…”
filed Jul 16, 2026

Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.

R1L Radio Screen Goes Blank after transitioning from logistic to customer mode
S268A000016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 31, 2026
Body Control Module (BCM) Flash Failure Customers may experience one or more of the following: SYMPTOM: ● Battery drained. ● Ignition off draw. ● Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) goes off and on when the vehicle goes into…
08-277-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 15, 2026
Display Verify "Z" part number availability. Order a "Z" part number for all Exchange Orders, Warranty, Mopar, Customer Pay and Service Contract. Order "68" part number for New, Unsold units only.
9100866 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 14, 2026