JeepGrand Cherokee20073.7L V6/jeep/grand-cherokee/2007/3-7l-v6/
WK platform

2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee — 3.7L V6

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2007 Grand Cherokee 3.7L V6.

Body SUVEngine 3.7L V6Transmission Automatic 5-spd

The 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee, riding on the WK platform and powered by a 3.7L V6 mated to an automatic 5-speed transmission, delivers EPA-rated fuel economy of 15 city, 20 highway, and 17 combined mpg, with a 5-quart oil capacity requiring 5W-20 API viscosity. This model year accumulated 1,108 total owner complaints, with the electrical system cited as the top problem area, and it carries seven recalls. Within the model’s complaint history spanning 1993 through 2026—where the peak year (2014) logged 2,369 complaints and the lowest (2026) recorded just nine—the 2007 sits in the upper-middle range, indicating a notably higher-than-average issue count for its era.

Model year20092007

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity5 qt w/ filterOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-20 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque95 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy15/20/17 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 730 CCA battery, OE oil filter 05281090AB. Note the factory fuel filter and battery are now discontinued — plan on a superseded or quality aftermarket equivalent, which the part pages below list where known. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 94R · 730 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size285-40R20OEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter05281090AB alt 04781452BF
Engine air filter05018777AC
Fuel filter05175429AB discontinued
Spark plugSPZFR6F11G
Battery05080706AA discontinued · alt 05179563AA
Front wiper blades05139095AB
Serpentine belt04892791AA alt 68495977AA
Thermostat68174083AA alt 52028898AJ

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length186.6 in
Overall width73.2 in
Overall height67.7 in
Wheelbase109.4 in
Curb weight4440 lb
Track (front / rear)61.8 / 61.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)54/46

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined15 / 20 / 17 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5 qt w/ filter of 5W-20 API engine oil, 80W-90 · GL-5 · SYNTHETIC in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 95 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 25.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-6-5-4-3-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF+4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity5.5
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear Oil80W-90 · GL-5 · SYNTHETIC
Differential Gear Oil Capacity3.6 Pints
Engine CoolantHOAT · MS9769
Engine Oil5W-20 · API
Engine Oil Capacity5 qt w/ filter

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts130 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts129 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts70 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts8.8 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts18 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug25.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs21 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts95 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill PlugSteel case: 35.0, Aluminum case: 18.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain PlugSteel case: 35.0, Aluminum case: 18.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub100 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-6-5-4-3-2

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.50 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity4.40 oz
Standard BCI Group Number94R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance730 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test15, Pressure should not exceed 20 psi.
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief16-20 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature195 °F
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)56-60 psi
Injector Primary Resistance11.4-12.6 @ 68 degreesF ohms
Engine Compression170-225 psi
Engine Oil Pressure4 psi @ Idle, 25-110 psi @ 3000 rpm psi
Intake Valve LashHydraulic in

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket32 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle125 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle140 ft-lbs / 185 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness0.040 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.040 in
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.00035 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.002 in / 0.001 in
Rotor Minimum Machining1.122 in / 0.492 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
120 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9020 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 5 stages

Prep Do not coat bolt threads or heads with lubricant.

1Bolts 1-844 ft. lbs
2Bolts 9and1015 ft. lbs
3Bolts 1-890 degrees
4Bolts 9and1015 ft. lbs
5Bolts 1-890 degrees
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 5 stages

Prep Install the bedplate retaining bolts, making sure to place the stud bolts in the correct location, Torque the bolts in the sequence shown.

1Hand tighten bolts 1D, 1G and 1F until the bedplate contacts the block.
2Tighten bolts 1A - 1J to 40 ft. lbs.40 ft. lbs
3Tighten bolts 1 - 8 to 5 ft. lbs.5 ft. lbs
4Turn bolts 1 - 8 an additional 90 degrees.90 degrees
5Tighten bolts A - E 20 to 20

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 6,000 mi; coolant every 100,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 100,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 6,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill)
At 12,500 miEngine Air Filter Element (inspect)
Every 12,500 miEngine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 25,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (inspect) · Fuel Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (inspect)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 miPCV Valve (inspect)
Every 62,500 miDrive Belt (replace)
Every 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Owner how-tos

Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.

Common procedures

Key fob — remote (RKE) programming programming new fob buttons Dealer tool OEM · verified
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith)
WhyTransmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module
Anti-theft (SKIS) — module initialization after immobilizer module replacement Dealer tool OEM · verified
When neededAfter Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool
Also requiredThe vehicle's four-digit PIN code

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2007 model year registers 1,108 complaints, 7 recalls, 2 investigations, and 66 TSBs, placing it on a downward trajectory from the 2005 peak of 2,051 complaints and 5 recalls within its generation. Compared with the immediately preceding 2006 model (1,297 complaints, 6 recalls), 2007 shows a continued cooling in consumer reports and a slight uptick in recalls, while the subsequent 2008 model drops further to 733 complaints and 5 recalls. Across the 2005–2010 generation arc, complaints trend steadily downward from the launch-year high, and 2007 sits mid-decline with federal activity still elevated above the generation’s lows in 2008–2010 but well below the 2005 spike. Electrical System complaints dominate the 2007 docket at 489 filings, though the data does not specify root causes; crash and fire complaints number 31 and 11 respectively. Given its position past the initial launch turbulence and its materially lower complaint volume than 2005–2006, the 2007 Grand Cherokee represents a relatively settled point in this generation’s lifecycle and is a comparatively reasonable year to buy.

7
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
66
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
2
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
1,108
Owner complaints
31 involved a crash · 11 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 1,108 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Electrical System489
Power Train97
Engine62
Engine & Engine Cooling58
Power Train,Electrical System33
Electrical System,Engine32
Tires18
Unknown Or Other17

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 7 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

14V438000Electrical System:Ignition:SwitchReported 21/07/2014

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, drivers should adjust their seat to allow clearance between the driver's knee and the ignition key, and remove all items… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. Chrysler sent interim notifications to owners in September 2014. The recall began on…

09E012000Exterior LightingReported 07/04/2009

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE… Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 66 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
91006452025-08-15Unknown Or OtherVerify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders…
1012322024-10-29Power TrainPlate - Planetary
91002262023-09-15Electrical SystemConnector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar…
91002262023-09-15Electrical SystemConnector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar…
90040092021-04-07Power TrainTransmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2007 Grand Cherokee 3.7L V6 take?

5 qt w/ filter of 5W-20 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2007 Grand Cherokee have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 3.7L V6 get?

EPA figures are 15 city / 20 highway / 17 combined mpg.