This page covers 3 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2026 Jeep Cherokee.
37 mpg combined
6.4 L/100km
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
The 2026 Jeep Cherokee has 3 recalls, the most serious being a brake system control module that can fail and cause the anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control to stop working, reducing the vehicle's ability to maintain control during hard braking or slippery conditions.
On the trailer towing side, a faulty trailer tow module can cause the trailer's brake lights and turn signals to go dark and the trailer's brakes to stop responding, leaving following drivers without warning of a slowdown and reducing stopping power for the combined vehicle and trailer.
At a glance
What can fail
A software issue may prevent the antilock braking system and electronic stability control system from operating properly.
What the fix does
The brake system control module software will be updated at a dealership.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The brake system control module may not work correctly, causing a loss of anti-lock brakes (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC).
What the fix does
Dealers will update the brake system control module software at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The trailer tow module is improperly designed, which may cause trailer lights to fail to turn on and trailer brakes to stop working.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the trailer tow module at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
