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2019 Jeep Cherokee Engine Problems

From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.

How common are engine problems on the 2019 Jeep Cherokee?

472 owners have reported engine problems on the 2019 Jeep Cherokee, 28% of all complaints for this year and the 2nd most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 4,000–40,000 miles. 1 recall covers this area.

472 complaints 28% of all 2019 complaints 18,000 miles typical

Which parts fail

The specific part named in each complaint.

Filter / screen 1
Exhaust system 1

Mileage when it failed

Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (272 of 472). The amber line is the middle value.

When problems were reported

Engine complaints by the year the problem happened.

Engine complaints by Cherokee year

2019 Cherokee 472
2020 Cherokee 49
2021 Cherokee 28
2022 Cherokee 8

Related recalls

Engine

Can stall

0L engines. The engines in these vehicles may be missing valve stem keepers, which can allow the valve to drop into the engine cylinder causing engine damage. These engines may also have a reversed camshaft cap that can damage the camshaft bearing causing camshaft failure. Cylinder damage or camshaft failure can cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair or replace the affected engine components, as necessary, free of charge.

Recall 18V344000 · May 2018
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Other 2019 Jeep Cherokee problems

Common questions

What are common 2019 Jeep Cherokee engine problems?

Complaints most often name the filter / screen and exhaust system.

At what mileage do 2019 Jeep Cherokee engine problems happen?

Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 4,000–40,000 miles. The middle value is about 18,000 miles.

Is there a recall for 2019 Jeep Cherokee engine problems?

Yes: 18V344000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.

Which Cherokee year has the most engine complaints?

The 2014 Cherokee, with 524 complaints.

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.