Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2026 Cherokee.
The 2026 Jeep Cherokee pairs an automatic transmission with variable gear ratios with EPA fuel-economy ratings of 39 mpg city, 35 mpg highway, and 37 mpg combined. Early reliability data show only three owner complaints, led by the "Unknown Or Other" category, and two recalls. Within the model's 1990–2026 complaint history—a span that peaked at 2,636 complaints in 2014 and bottomed at three in 2023—the 2026 Cherokee ties that prior low, suggesting it is launching with minimal reported owner friction.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (variable gear ratios) |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 39 / 35 / 37 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Regular Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Cherokee of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Overland 1.6L Turbo I-4 + Elec 1.0-kWh | 9.40 sec | 17.10 sec | 180 hp | 4x4 |
Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith) |
| Why | Transmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module |
| When needed | After Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement |
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool |
| Also required | The vehicle's four-digit PIN code |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2026 Jeep Cherokee shows the lowest complaint and recall counts in the available federal record, with only three complaints and two recalls reported, continuing a steep decline that began after the 2014 peak of 2,636 complaints and 13 recalls. Complaints fell from 45 in 2022 to 137 in 2021, then to 260 in 2020, and further dropped to three in both 2023 and 2026, while recalls decreased from three in 2022 to one in 2023 and rose slightly to two in 2026. Investigations have been zero since 2020, and technical service bulletins have remained relatively modest, at 77 for 2026 compared with a high of 613 in 2015. The data do not specify any root cause for the remaining complaints or recalls. Given this markedly low incidence of reported problems, the 2026 model year appears to be a favorable choice for a used purchase.
All 3 complaints on record, top 3 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S, 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis, Ram 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2026 Jeep… Remedy: Dealers will replace the trailer tow module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning March 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at…
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The brake system control module may fail to operate properly, which can cause a loss of anti-lock brakes (ABS) and electronic stability control… Remedy: Dealers will update the brake system control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at…
Showing 5 of 76 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9100848 | 2026-06-25 | Electrical System | If the Driver/Passenger Seat Adjsuter Switch is inoperable, seat back will not move or… |
| 112637 | 2026-06-24 | Unknown Or Other | EVAPORATOR - AIR CONDITIONING |
| S2623000041 REV.A | 2026-06-19 | Structure | Power Liftgate Intermittently Inoperative. Will Not Open/ Close. Liftgate/Hatch Ajar… |
| 9100833 | 2026-06-17 | Fuel/Propulsion System | Fuel Delivery Module Before replacing the fuel module for DTCs P0461 and P062A and other… |
| S268A000014 | 2026-06-17 | Electrical System | Radio/ETM is Adding Approximately 27mA Draw to Vehicle When in Logistics Mode |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
Decode factory build data for a specific vehicle by VIN.
Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 39 city / 35 highway / 37 combined mpg.