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WK platform

2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee — 3.6L

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2017 Grand Cherokee 3.6L.

Body SUVEngine 3.6LTransmission Automatic 8-spd

The 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee is a midsize SUV built on the WK platform and powered by a 3.6L V6 engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, requiring 8.0 quarts of 5W-40 oil for service, with EPA fuel economy rated at 19 city, 26 highway, and 21 combined mpg. This model year logged 361 total owner complaints across its production span (one of six total recalls affecting this generation), with the Power Train system cited as the primary complaint area. Compared to the Grand Cherokee's complaint history from 1993 through 2026, where 2014 holds the record with 2,369 complaints, the 2017 falls significantly below that peak but remains within a lineage that has accumulated substantial owner feedback. This positioning suggests that while later model years have shown measurable improvement, the 2017 generation carries documented reliability concerns that researchers should weigh alongside its capabilities and specification profile.

Model year201920182017201620152014201320122011

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity8.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-40OEM · verified
Lug nut torque130 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy19/26/21 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 401 · 200 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04892339BE. 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 401 · 200 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP265/60R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.0 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter04892339BE alt 04884899AC
Engine air filter04861688AB alt 04861756AA
Fuel filter04726067AB alt 04726067AA
Spark plugSP225755AB alt SP143877AB
BatteryBBH7A001AA alt BBH8A001AA
Front wiper blades68194930AB alt 68194931AB
Serpentine belt04627167AB alt 68495977AA
Thermostat52028898AJ alt 68157217AA
Cabin air filter68606182AA alt 68260792AB

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 8-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length189.8 in
Overall width76.4 in
Overall height69.3 in
Wheelbase115 in
Curb weight4676 lb
Track (front / rear)63.8 / 64.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)51/49

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined19 / 26 / 21 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent published road-test results.

7.6 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 7.60 sec — 2017 Trailhawk
295 hpHorsepower (as tested)
260 lb-ftTorque (as tested)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2017Trailhawk 3.6L V67.60 sec15.90 sec295 hp4x4
2016Summit 3.6L V67.10 sec15.40 sec295 hp4x4
2014Overland 3.6L V67.50 sec15.70 sec290 hp4x4
2021L Limited 3.6L V67.30 sec15.50 sec290 hp4x4
2021L Summit Reserve 3.6L V68.00 sec16.00 sec293 hp4x4
2021L Summit Reserve 3.6L V68.00 sec16.10 sec293 hp4x4
2021L Overland 3.6L V69.40 sec17.10 sec290 hp4x4
2011Laredo 3.6L V68.20 sec16.40 sec290 hp4x4

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 8.0 qt of 5W-40 engine oil, Synthetic · 75W-85 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 110 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2. 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 FluidUse Mopar AT Fluid Part number 68218925AA
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9.0
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear OilSynthetic · 75W-85 · GL-5
Engine CoolantMS-12106
Engine Coolant Capacity12.0
Engine CoolantMS-12106
Engine Coolant Capacity10.4

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)9.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)6.6 ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs84.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Bolt(s)22.0 ft-lbs
Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s)38.0 ft-lbs
Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s)16.0 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts70.0 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts12

Chassis torques

Differential Fill Plug26.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain Plug26.0 ft-lbs
Driveshaft Flange to TransmissionFront: 41.0; Rear: 63.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts130 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts110 ft-lbs
Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts125.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill PlugMP2010: 18.0, MP3010, MP3023: 20.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain PlugMP2010: 18.0, MP3010, MP3023: 20.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Cylinder Firing Order1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerMopar
Spark Plug Gap0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque13.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Standard BCI Group Number401
Standard BCI Cranking Performance200 cca

Service checks

Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)58 +- 5 psi

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 41; Rear: 21
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 148; Rear: 89
ABS Sensor Torque8.5
Minimum Pad Thickness0.040 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishStamped on rotor

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 2 stages
115.0 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
290.0
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
130.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: + 10530 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 6 stages
1Bolts 1-1025 ft. lbs
2Bolts 11-1515 ft. lbs
3Bolts 1-1040 ft. lbs
4Bolts 11-1515 ft. lbs
5Bolts 1-1090 degrees
625.0
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 33.0 ft. lbs. Step 3: 75 degrees CAUTION: Do not use a torque wrench for this step. Step 4: 50 degrees CAUTION: Do not use a torque wrench for this step. Step 5: Loosen bolts in reverse sequence Step 6: 22.0 ft. lbs. Step 7: 33.0 ft. lbs. Step 8: 70 degrees CAUTION: Do not use a torque wrench for this step. Step 9: 70 degrees CAUTION: Do not use a torque wrench for this step. Bolts should be checked for stretching using a straight edge. Ay bolts that show stretching should be replaced.22 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Coat new bolts with engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.

122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
275 degrees.75 degrees
375 degrees75 degrees
475 degrees75 degrees
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 2 stages

Prep M11 Inner bolts

115.0 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
290 degrees; M8 Outer bolts90 degrees
116.0 ft. lbs.16 ft. lbs
290.0 degrees; M8 Side bolts90 degrees
122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; coolant every 10,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 10,000 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 10,000 miBattery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Diesel Emissions Fluid (fill) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill)
Every 20,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Fuel Filter (replace) · Parking Brake System (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect)
Every 30,000 miCV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
At 120,000 miTransfer Case Assembly (drain & refill)
At 150,000 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 2017 Grand Cherokee sits in a post-2014 improvement window, with complaints falling to 361 from the generation peak of 2,369 in 2014 and recalls dropping to six from 19 that same year. This low-water mark proved temporary, as 2018 rebounded to 840 complaints and 11 recalls before settling into a pattern of modest complaints (356–397) but escalating recalls (12–23) through 2023. Technical service bulletins declined steadily from 632 in 2014 to 350 in 2017, then surged to 1,303 by 2021, suggesting emerging service complexity despite lower owner-reported issues. The 2017 complaint profile centers on Power Train (49), Engine (37), and Fuel/Propulsion System (14), with 25 crash and three fire complaints recorded; the data does not specify root causes for these categories. Compared to the troubled 2011–2015 launch phase and the recall-heavy 2021–2023 period, 2017 represents a comparatively stable model year with below-average complaint and recall volumes. For a used buyer prioritizing federal safety metrics, 2017 is a good year to buy relative to its generation peers.

6
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
350
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
3
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
361
Owner complaints
25 involved a crash · 3 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 361 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train49
Engine37
Unknown Or Other36
Fuel/Propulsion System14
Seats13
Electrical System13
Electrical System,Engine11
Service Brakes9

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 6 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

18V332000Electrical System:WiringReported 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… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June…

20V699000Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)Reported 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… Remedy: FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EGR cooler, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect and, as necessary, replace the intake manifold. Parts are not…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 350 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
S1623000028 Rev. K2026-06-12Electrical SystemOutside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window…
S1623000028 REV.J2026-06-05StructureOutside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window…
S1623000028 REV.I2026-05-29Electrical SystemOutside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window…
S26230000232026-04-08Electrical SystemPower Liftgate Inoperative.
S1623000028 REV.H2026-04-01StructureOutside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window…

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 2017 Grand Cherokee 3.6L take?

8.0 qt of SAE 5W-40 Meeting Chrysler specification MS-10902 or equivalent., per the factory manual.

Does the 2017 Grand Cherokee have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 3.6L get?

EPA figures are 19 city / 26 highway / 21 combined mpg.