2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls and problems

The 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 5 safety recalls and 118 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Jeep dealer.

Recalls
5
Complaints
118
Crashes / fires
10 / 4
Injuries / deaths
4 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls

Recall 13V-175: Electrical System, Power Train

Reported May 7, 2013 · 295,345 vehicles affected · Chrysler Group LLC

Problem: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, through March 9, 2010; and 2006-2010 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, through March 10, 2010. A transfer case electrical failure may result in an unintentional shifting of the transfer case into the neutral position.

Risk: If the vehicle shifts into neutral, it may roll away increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the final drive controller which governs the transfer case, with new software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N23.

Recall 10V-200: Electrical System

Reported May 11, 2010 · 37,335 vehicles affected · CHRYSLER GROUP LLC

Problem: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler 300, dodge challenger, charger, jeep commander, grand cherokee and dodge ram vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with a wireless ignition node (Win) module exhibiting a binding condition of the solenoid latch.

Risk: The result of the defect could lead to a condition where the key may be removed from the ignition switch (Win module) prior to placing the shifter in park. This could result in the potential for unintended vehicle movement and could increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the win module free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before august 23, 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Recall 10V-085: Equipment

Reported Mar 5, 2010 · 3,465 vehicles affected · CHRYSLER GROUP LLC

Problem: Chrysler is recalling model year 2010 jeep commander and grand cherokee vehicles. They may have been built with an improperly manufactured rear track bar.

Risk: Reduced vehicle stability could occur increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear track bar bushing retaining hoop and replace the rear track bar if any are found to be mis-positioned. The safety recall is expected to begin during april 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Recall 10V-009: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Jan 11, 2010 · 20,045 vehicles affected · CHRYSLER GROUP LLC

Problem: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler sebring; dodge avenger and nitro; jeep liberty, commander and grand cherokee; and model year 2009-2010 dodge ram truck. These vehicles may have been built with an improperly formed or missing brake booster input rod retaining clip.

Risk: This could result in brake failure without warning which could cause a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will replace the brake booster input rod retaining clip free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during february 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Recall 09V-454: Electrical System

Reported Nov 25, 2009 · 2,977 vehicles affected · CHRYSLER LLC

Problem: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 jeep grand cherokee passenger vehicles manufactured from october 22 through november 12, 2009. The passenger side airbag may not properly deploy through the instrument panel tear seam.

Risk: The airbag may not properly protect the passenger in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will replace the top cover of the instrument panel free of charge. The campaign is expected to begin in december 2009. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System47
Power Train22
Engine21
Unknown or Other14
Air Bags11
Service Brakes10
Vehicle Speed Control9
Tires5
Structure5
Wheels5
Visibility3
Equipment3

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 5
  • Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer — 1
  • Air Bags › Frontal — 1
  • Back Over Prevention › Warnings › External/Pedestrian Alert — 1
  • Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System — 1
  • Equipment › Appliance › Air Conditioner — 1
  • Visibility › Glass, Side/Rear — 1
  • Tires › Valve — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 67,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · reported Sep 18, 2026
Airbag light, with dinging sound, comes on multiple times a day, stays on for a few minutes and goes off. Battery is dead every tim I try to start my vehicle. When I shut off ignition, there is a series of loud clicks coming from the lower central instrument panel. The sound lasts for several minutes. It makes the same sound if I change the temperature on the dual climate control. Digital navigation system /radio doesn't work after shutting off vehicle and restarting it.
Vehicle Speed Control · at 101,000 miles · reported May 1, 2024
The contact owns a 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at 8 MPH through a parking area, the vehicle suddenly accelerated on its own. As a result, the vehicle traveled 100 feet before coming to a complete stop after colliding with two light poles and a tree. The air bags did deploy. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard and deemed a total loss by the contact's insurance provider. A police report was filed, and injuries were reported. The contact was transported to an area hospital by EMT and was treated for whiplash, hearing loss…
Air Bags · reported Jun 8, 2023
The air bag light comes on every now and then. It happened in my previous jeep and is happening in my dad's Chrysler Sebring car as well. I seen this problem with the airbag automatic deactivation when the warning light comes on in different vehicles but all from Chrysler motors.
Engine · reported Jun 20, 2022
Driving 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee with HEMI engine on the freeway and the car lost engine power causing it to rapidly slow. Was able to make it safely to the side of the freeway, although multiple cars had to avoid, and had the car towed to our mechanic. The mechanic stated that the car needed an entire new engine as there were issues with the timing chain that then caused issues to the surrounding valves. In doing research, as this car only has 98,000 miles and is always serviced, I found that Chrysler has already recalled the Challengers with the same 5.7L HEMI engines, but has not done so…
Service Brakes · reported Jan 3, 2022
I was driving to work and the light turned red and I went to press on my brakes and if they didn't budge at all even all my body weight on it I couldn't get it to stop I almost smashed into the person in front of me luckily I thought about the emergency break thinked heavens and that's still hardly stopped it

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 13V-175 (electrical system, power train), 10V-200 (electrical system), 10V-085 (equipment), 10V-009 (service brakes, hydraulic), 09V-454 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (47 reports), followed by power train (22). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 67,500 miles.

Are Jeep recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Jeep dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.