2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee engine problems
76 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee — 25% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“#2 cylinder misfire code P0302. A known problem with this engine. A compression test reveals a common defect with this engine”
filed Jul 2, 2026
“The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle suddenly jolted, lost power, and went into LIMP Mode, almost causing a rear-end crash. The message "Service Electronic Throttle Control" was displayed. The vehicle was pulled over to…”
filed Mar 5, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine to lose its…Campaign 23V411000 · Jun 8, 2023
- Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant…Campaign 20V699000 · Nov 12, 2020
- Crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate causing the engine to lose its…Campaign 20V475000 · Aug 13, 2020
Engine problems in other Grand Cherokee years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Grand Cherokee | 19 | 30% |
| 2024 Grand Cherokee | 101 | 43% |
| 2023 Grand Cherokee | 81 | 21% |
| 2022 Grand Cherokee | 50 | 20% |
| 2021 Grand Cherokee | 60 | 15% |
| 2020 Grand Cherokee | 48 | 21% |
| 2019 Grand Cherokee | 61 | 17% |
| 2018 Grand Cherokee | 120 | 14% |
| 2017 Grand Cherokee | 101 | 28% |
| 2015 Grand Cherokee | 199 | 15% |
| 2014 Grand Cherokee | 406 | 17% |
| 2013 Grand Cherokee | 105 | 13% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 Jeep Grand 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.