2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee: Reliability, Recalls, Known Issues & Cost to Own
Data last updated 2026-07-04 · sources listed throughout · based on public NHTSA data
2017 Grand Cherokee: comfortable, capable WK2, but below-average reliability, occasional engine, air-suspension and Uconnect screen problems (360 NHTSA complaints). One of the more settled WK2 years. 4 known issue patterns are documented below, with frequency and the mileage windows where they typically appear. New, the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee ranged from $30,395 to $66,895 depending on trim (base MSRP, before options and destination).
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2017 Grand Cherokee: comfortable, capable WK2, but below-average reliability, occasional engine, air-suspension and Uconnect screen problems (360 NHTSA complaints). One of the more settled WK2 years.
Sources (5)
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=jeep&model=grand ch…
- repairpal.comhttps://repairpal.com/reliability/jeep/grand-cherokee
- jeepmodified.comhttps://jeepmodified.com/jeep-grand-cherokee-diesel-reliability/
- abcodieselinc.comhttps://abcodieselinc.com/most-common-problems-of-engine-2014-2018-jeep-grand…
- stiverscdjr.comhttps://stiverscdjr.com/blog/are-jeep-grand-cherokees-reliable-vehicles
Known issues
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Pentastar 3.6L V6 left-cylinder-head failure and later rocker-arm / lifter (camshaft) wear causing misfires and ticking
commonly reported · 180 NHTSA complaints · engine
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Loss of motive power / transmission shifting to neutral while driving
occasional · transmission
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Uconnect touchscreen delamination causing "ghost touches" and unresponsive controls
commonly reported · electrical
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Quadra-Lift air suspension faults, uneven ride height, sagging and air leaks
occasional · suspension
Based on public NHTSA complaint data and AI synthesis: patterns, not guarantees.
Sources (7)
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=jeep&model=grand ch…
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=jeep&model=grand ch…
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=jeep&model=grand ch…
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=jeep&model=grand ch…
- jeepmodified.comhttps://jeepmodified.com/jeep-grand-cherokee-diesel-reliability/
- abcodieselinc.comhttps://abcodieselinc.com/most-common-problems-of-engine-2014-2018-jeep-grand…
- stiverscdjr.comhttps://stiverscdjr.com/blog/are-jeep-grand-cherokees-reliable-vehicles
Recalls & safety
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Trims & original pricing
| Trim | Original base MSRP | New today | Engine | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laredo | $30,395 | $38,920 | — | — |
| Altitude | $36,395 | $44,360 | — | — |
| Limited | $37,995 | $44,320 | — | — |
| Trailhawk | $43,095 | discontinued | — | — |
| Overland | $44,795 | discontinued | — | — |
| Summit | $50,495 | $60,600 | — | — |
| SRT | $66,895 | discontinued | — | — |
Prices are base MSRP for each trim's standard configuration. Options, packages, and destination charges added to what original buyers actually paid.
Sources (2)
- iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/2017-jeep-grand_cherokee-price
- iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/jeep-grand-cherokee-price
Depreciation
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This listing sits above the typical depreciation curve. Common for heavily-optioned cars and for 2021-2023 model years (pandemic-era pricing); the curve is anchored at base MSRP, which excludes options.
Curve anchored at the entry-trim base MSRP ($30,395). Higher trims started higher (up to $66,895), and options added more.
The curve's data ends 10 years in, so the line levels off after that. Treat the tail as a floor, not a forecast: asking prices for older cars depend mostly on condition, mileage, and the current market, and often sit well above it.
Sources (1)
- caredge.comhttps://caredge.com/jeep/grand-cherokee/depreciation
Cost to own
| Routine maintenance | ≈ $1,100–1,200/yr |
| Insurance (medium tier) | ≈ $2,300–2,400/yr |
National-average estimates based on public data. Your costs vary by region, driver, and condition.
Sources (1)
- caredge.comhttps://caredge.com/jeep/grand-cherokee/maintenance
Frequently asked questions
What problems does the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
Documented issue patterns include: Pentastar 3.6L V6 left-cylinder-head failure and later rocker-arm / lifter (camshaft) wear causing misfires and ticking; Loss of motive power / transmission shifting to neutral while driving; Uconnect touchscreen delamination causing "ghost touches" and unresponsive controls; Quadra-Lift air suspension faults, uneven ride height, sagging and air leaks. Frequency is based on public NHTSA complaint data: patterns, not guarantees.
Is the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee reliable?
2017 Grand Cherokee: comfortable, capable WK2, but below-average reliability, occasional engine, air-suspension and Uconnect screen problems (360 NHTSA complaints). One of the more settled WK2 years.
How much did the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee cost new?
Between $30,395 and $66,895 depending on trim. Those are base MSRPs for each trim's standard configuration; options, packages, and destination charges added to what original buyers actually paid.
Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee expensive to maintain?
Estimated routine maintenance runs about $1,100–1,200/year.
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