2015 Jeep Cherokee Reliability
The 2015 Jeep Cherokee has 1,794 owner complaints and 11 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about powertrain / transmission and engine. Compared with other Cherokee model years, it rates as a year to avoid: its complaint rate runs well above the Cherokee's typical year.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
1,794
NHTSA owner complaints
11
Recall campaigns
45
Complaints citing a crash
29
Complaints citing a fire
2015 Jeep Cherokee complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2015 model year, filed between 2014 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain / transmission | 1,007 | 56% |
| Engine | 364 | 20% |
| Electrical system | 327 | 18% |
| Unknown or other | 258 | 14% |
| Service brakes | 128 | 7% |
| Speed control / throttle | 120 | 7% |
| Body structure | 86 | 5% |
| Steering | 59 | 3% |
2015 Jeep Cherokee recalls
11 recall campaigns on NHTSA record for the 2015 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15V041000 | Jan 28, 2015 | Air bags — side/window | Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 1, 2013, to November 19, 2014. The affected vehicles may experience unintended side curtain and seat air bag deployment during vehicle operation. |
| 15V393000 | Jun 22, 2015 | Body structure — body / hatchback/liftgate | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 4, 2013, to February 18, 2015 and equipped with a Power Liftgate option. In the affected vehicles, water may enter the Power Liftgate Control Module… |
| 15V461000 | Jul 23, 2015 | Equipment — electrical / radio/tape deck/cd etc. | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper… |
| 15V676000 | Oct 19, 2015 | Engine & cooling — exhaust system | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 1, 2014, to June 18, 2015. The affected vehicles may have a misrouted air conditioning suction/discharge hose. |
| 15V826000 | Dec 9, 2015 | Electrical system — wiring / rear compartment/trunk | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 18, 2015, to September 10, 2015 and equipped with the power liftgate option. In the affected vehicles, water may leak into the Power Liftgate Control… |
| 16V529000 | Jul 12, 2016 | Powertrain / transmission — automatic transmission | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jeep Cherokee and 2015 Chrysler 200, Jeep Renegade, RAM ProMaster, and 2016 Fiat 500X vehicles equipped with 9-speed automatic transmissions. The transmission sensor clusters may have… |
| 16V590000 | Aug 10, 2016 | Seats | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured July 29, 2013, to February 5, 2016. The seat fasteners on the first or second row seats may not have been tightened to the proper torque specification. |
| 17V824000 | Dec 21, 2017 | Equipment | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at:… |
| 18V332000 | May 17, 2018 | Electrical system — wiring | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500,… |
| 20V343000 | Jun 11, 2020 | Powertrain / transmission — driveline / differential unit | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with a two-speed Power Transfer Unit (PTU). Relative movement in the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) between the differential input splines and the transmission output shaft may… |
| 23V338000 | May 11, 2023 | Electrical system — wiring / rear compartment/trunk | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with a power liftgate. An electrical short in the power liftgate module may lead to a vehicle fire with the ignition on or off.NHTSA advisory: park outside until repaired. |
How the 2015 compares with nearby Cherokee years
Verdicts come from CarWhere's year-by-year Cherokee analysis where it covers the year, otherwise from the years shown here.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 2,652 | 13 | Powertrain / transmission | Avoid |
| 2015 (this page) | 1,794 | 11 | Powertrain / transmission | Avoid |
| 2016 | 1,415 | 9 | Powertrain / transmission | Caution |
| 2017 | 1,339 | 6 | Powertrain / transmission | Caution |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
The 2015 Jeep Cherokee on the used market
- 46 of 1,540 2015 Jeep Cherokee listings in CarWhere's lifespan study showed 200,000 miles or more.
What to check on a used 2015 Jeep Cherokee
- Transmission: test-drive from cold through every gear, feel for slipping, harsh or delayed shifts and shudder, and ask whether the fluid has been serviced.
- Engine: cold-start it yourself, listen for ticking or knocking, check for oil leaks and oil consumption, and ask for oil-change records.
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- Brakes: check pedal feel, pulling and grinding, and look at rotor and pad wear; ask when the brake fluid was last changed.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 11 campaigns above was completed on this VIN; open recalls are repaired free at a dealer.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
Check this exact car
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2015 Jeep Cherokee reliability FAQ
Is the 2015 Jeep Cherokee reliable?
The 2015 Jeep Cherokee has 1,794 owner complaints and 11 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about powertrain / transmission and engine. Compared with other Cherokee model years, it rates as a year to avoid: its complaint rate runs well above the Cherokee's typical year.
What are the most common 2015 Jeep Cherokee problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Jeep Cherokee are powertrain / transmission (1,007), engine (364), electrical system (327), unknown or other (258). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2015 Jeep Cherokee have recalls?
NHTSA lists 11 recall campaigns for the 2015 Jeep Cherokee, including 15V041000 (air bags — side/window) and 15V393000 (body structure — body / hatchback/liftgate). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2015 Jeep Cherokee compare with the 2014 and 2016 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2014 has 2,652 complaints and 13 recalls (avoid); the 2016 has 1,415 complaints and 9 recalls (caution). The 2015 has 1,794 complaints and 11 recalls.
How do I check a specific used 2015 Jeep Cherokee?
Run its VIN. The CarWhere Used Car Report checks one VIN for salvage records, salvage-auction records (with damage photos when the auction published them), stolen-vehicle records, the odometer trail and its listing and price history since 2015, with a free preview first and the full report at $12.99, one time. Pair it with an independent pre-purchase inspection.
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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2015 Cherokee, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.