2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee — What to Check Before You Buy
The 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee is a capable and well-equipped SUV, but this generation has some well-known electrical and mechanical concerns that buyers encounter more frequently than average.
TIPM Electrical Module
The Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) is a known weak point on this generation of Grand Cherokee and other Chrysler vehicles of the same era. It controls many vehicle electrical functions, and failures can manifest as unexplained behavior — stalling, fuel pump running after shutdown, or random warning lights. If the vehicle exhibits any unexplained electrical behavior during your test or walk-around, this is the first thing an independent mechanic should evaluate.
Air Suspension (If Equipped)
Models with Quadra-Lift air suspension can develop compressor and air bag wear over time. The vehicle should sit level and raise and lower smoothly through all ride-height settings. Any sagging, slow response, or warning lights related to the suspension system warrant further investigation before purchase.
Transfer Case & Drivetrain Seals
On higher-mileage examples, it is common to find seeping transfer case or differential seals — inspect underneath the vehicle for any reddish-brown fluid near the center or front axle areas. This is a serviceable issue but worth noting in any negotiation.
NHTSA recalls · 5
- Engine and engine cooling:engine:dieselRemedied
13/08/2020
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ram 1500 and 2014-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
- Electrical system:wiringRemedied
17/05/2018
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, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
- Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)Remedied
12/11/2020
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with the 3.0L EcoDiesel engines. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system. This mixture may combust inside the intake manifold.
- Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliperRemedied
23/03/2016
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured December 9, 2015, to January 14, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the left front brake caliper may crack due to being made from an incorrect material.
- Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/superchargerRemedied
19/10/2017
Accessible Technologies, Inc. (ATI) is recalling certain ProCharger Superchargers, model numbers AB037A-100, AB037A-100P, and A037A-100B, sold for installation on 2012-2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 and SRT vehicles. The supercharger mounting bracket may contact and damage the ABS line, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak.
Recall data is pulled from the NHTSA public database. Always verify current recall status at nhtsa.gov.
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