2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee Problems
What owners have reported about the 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
Is the 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee a good year?
It's one of the better years for the Grand Cherokee. Owners have filed 118 complaints with NHTSA, the 17th most of 19 Grand Cherokee model years. The most reported problems involve the electrical system, engine and transmission.
118 complaints 5 recalls 17th worst of 19 Grand Cherokee years
Top 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems
Electrical problems
47 complaints (40%) name the electrical system, most often the ignition.
Engine problems
24 complaints (20%) name the engine.
Transmission problems
22 complaints (19%) name the transmission.
Brake problems
12 complaints (10%) name the brakes.
Which parts fail most
Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (99 of 118). The amber line is the middle value, about 68,000 miles.
When problems were reported
Complaints by the year the problem happened.
2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls
Transfer case (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
A transfer case electrical failure may result in an unintentional shifting of the transfer case into the neutral position. 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. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N23.
Recall 13V175000 · May 2013Module
These vehicles may have been built with a wireless ignition node (win) module exhibiting a binding condition of the solenoid latch. 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.
Recall 10V200000 · May 2010Equipment
They may have been built with an improperly manufactured rear track bar. 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.
Recall 10V085000 · Mar 2010Brakes
These vehicles may have been built with an improperly formed or missing brake booster input rod retaining clip. 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.
Recall 10V009000 · Jan 2010Instrument cluster / panel
The passenger side airbag may not properly deploy through the instrument panel tear seam. 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.
Recall 09V454000 · Nov 2009Get an email when your 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee gets a new recall
We check NHTSA every month. If a new recall or safety investigation covers the 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee, you'll hear about it the same week.
One email per new recall. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Grand Cherokee years to avoid
Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.
Common questions
Is the 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee a reliable year?
It's one of the better years for the Grand Cherokee. Owners have filed 118 complaints with NHTSA, the 17th most of 19 Grand Cherokee model years. The most reported problems involve the electrical system, engine and transmission.
What are the most common 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems?
Owners most often report problems with the electrical system, engine, transmission and brakes. 47 complaints (40%) name the electrical system, most often the ignition.
At what mileage do 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee electrical system problems start?
Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 53,000–110,000 miles, with a middle value near 85,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
5. Transfer case (4-WHEEL DRIVE) (13V175000); Module (10V200000); Equipment (10V085000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Should I buy a used 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Ask for service records covering the electrical system, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2026, 2025 and 2010 models, which have the fewest complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.