2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Equipment Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 1%of 1,644 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 54,296miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the equipment of the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 1% of the 1,644 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 54,296 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Blind spot detection sensors failed on both sides. Had to turn system off because it constantly told me it has failed. Dealer said $2000+ to fix. Luckily I had extended warranty and only cost $100 however a three old car with just over 50,000 miles shouldn't have these issues. It sounds like there's a problem with these devices.”
NHTSA complaint #10701356, filed 2015-03, 52,000 miles“I have had repair after repair done and .spent over 900 just in repairs and I have the receipts . I would like to get a resolution. My top vehicle ceiling was burnt from the recall # 105129 electrical system wiring lamp. I need a resolution I cannot afford to pay for any more repairs. …”
NHTSA complaint #10672233, filed 2015-01, 56,593 miles“2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Consume writes seeking reimbursement for vehicle repairs. Consumer would also like tpim replaced along with all vehicle recalls associated with vehicle repaired. The consumer stated A/C not working.”
NHTSA complaint #11074826, filed 2018-04“The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v115000 (equipment, tires); however, the part to do the repairs was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of this issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.”
NHTSA complaint #10716233, filed 2015-05“The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v115000 (equipment, tires); however, the part needed to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.”
NHTSA complaint #10722755, filed 2015-06Related service bulletins
- 10248517Sep 20, 2023LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.
- 10242717Jul 27, 2023Lubrication and Maintenance Fluids If MOPAR fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review Service Library for specifications so a suitable alternative can be used
- 10240958Jun 8, 2023Headlamp without ballast,if ballast needed order part number : 68086783a$
- 10236933Apr 15, 2023wiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT) - P0456-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK
- 10227983Apr 2, 2022If a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils.
- 10187687Dec 5, 2020Active Head Restraint (AHR) Inadvertent Deployment - X88 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacinga front seat AHR…
- 10224067Nov 25, 2020Warranty Bulletin D-20-10 (X88) Active Head Restraint - Select 2012-2018 Dodge Durango (WD) and Select 2012-2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK) (Rev. C)
- 10224061Nov 11, 2020Warranty Bulletin D-20-10 (X88) Active Head Restraint - Select 2011-2018 Dodge Durango (WD and Select 2011-2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK) (Rev. B)
- 10184439Nov 11, 2020Warranty Bulletin D-20-10 (X88) Active Head Restraint - Select 2011-2018 Dodge Durango (WD and Select 2011-2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK) (Rev. B)
- 10184752Nov 6, 2020Active Head Restraint (AHR) Inadvertent Deployment - X88 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacing a front seat AHR…
Equipment: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 0% |
| 2023 | 1 | 0% |
| 2020 | 2 | 1% |
| 2019 | 1 | 0% |
| 2018 | 7 | 1% |
| 2017 | 1 | 0% |
| 2015 | 9 | 1% |
| 2014 | 28 | 1% |
| 2013 | 5 | 1% |
| 2012 | 12 | 1% |
| 2011 | 6 | 0% |
| 2010 | 3 | 3% |
| 2009 | 2 | 1% |
| 2008 | 8 | 1% |
| 2007 | 4 | 0% |
| 2006 | 3 | 0% |
| 2005 | 20 | 1% |
| 2004 | 17 | 1% |
| 2003 | 13 | 2% |
| 2002 | 26 | 2% |
| 2001 | 33 | 4% |
| 2000 | 29 | 2% |
| 1999 | 33 | 2% |
| 1998 | 16 | 2% |
| 1997 | 30 | 3% |
| 1996 | 26 | 3% |
| 1995 | 35 | 5% |
| 1994 | 17 | 3% |
| 1993 | 25 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
837 complaintsBrakes
289 complaintsEngine
285 complaintsFuel system
248 complaintsOther or unknown
121 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
102 complaintsSteering
100 complaintsAir bags
43 complaintsVehicle speed control
35 complaintsExterior lighting
34 complaintsSuspension
32 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
32 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology