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2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee: won't start

34 of the 2,392 complaints about the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee describe won't start.

owner complaints
34
of this car's complaints
1%
typical mileage
72,000
recalls
3
Is there a fix? There are 3 recalls and 91 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below

Won't start by model year

What owners say

Filed Nov 7, 2026 · Electrical · TX

Shifter shifts into neutral while driving. Then after coasting out of traffic vehicle will not start for at least 10 minutes. Electronic shifter module seems to be the cause

Filed Oct 5, 2026 · LA

Dealer illegally refused to complete recall repairs. Lakeshore Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat located at 330 E Howze Beach Rd Slidell, LA 70461 refused to complete recall repairs for manufacturer recall 66A, the federal safety agency recall number 23V‑411. While traveling for work out of state the vehicle suddenly died and would not start due to the loss of signal for the crankshaft position sensor. this happened late on [XXX] and transportation could not be arranged until Friday. The vehicle was trailered and brought from Texas to the Slidell dealership on Monday June 9 2025. The service department informed us they did not do recall repairs on the EcoDiesels unless they had sold it to us directly. They said this was because it takes too long to do the repairs and customers get upset over the wait and that they did not want to loan vehicles for extended periods of time not knowing how long it would take to complete the work if parts were back ordered. We had to have the repairs completed at an independent repair shop and paid out of pocket for the repairs and the transport of the vehicle from Texas to Slidell, Louisiana where we reside. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Jul 6, 2026 · Electrical, Fuel system · CA

My 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee suddenly developed a no-start condition after previously operating normally. The vehicle would crank but would not start. The battery and fuel injectors were checked and replaced as needed, but the problem persisted. Based on the symptoms and known issues affecting 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokees, the internal fuel pump relay/TIPM is suspected. This defect has been the subject of previous safety recalls because it can cause engine stalling or a no-start condition. Although my vehicle is not currently included in an open recall, it is experiencing the same type of failure. A failure of the fuel pump relay can leave a vehicle stranded or cause the engine to stall unexpectedly, creating a serious safety hazard if it occurs while driving. I believe this issue should be investigated to determine whether additional vehicles should be covered by the recall.

Filed Jan 11, 2025 · Engine · CA

The car keeps overheating. I received warning lights for the sensors to check the no flow indicator. In August I took to a mechanic and paid 1200 to have a hose repair for the cooling system. Lights went out for 4 days and problems again causing the car to completely shut off on my way home and I live in Volcano ca mountains no phone service and was stuck until morning. The car just says no flow wipe sensors. No car does not start without overheating quickly

Filed Nov 21, 2023 · Acceleration, Driver assistance · FL

While using cruise control and traveling at a speed of approximately 70 miles per hour on the highway, my car accelerated on its own and ai had I had to hit the brakes. I was thankfully able to slow it down, to which the entire car shuts down. The vehicle completely shut off and would not start. I had to have it towed to Jeep and they told me it was not one, but BOTH fuel pumps had failed. They charged me over $1700.00. There is currently a recall for this very issue and Jeep made no attempt to fix it. I had no idea there was even a recall for this until now and this happened a few years ago.

Filed Feb 18, 2023 · Electrical, Engine · NY

Car wont start when button pushed and everything in the jeep has been fixed and it still wont work Leaks oil non stop. Work needing to be done: New transmission to stop leak New Fuel Injection pump to start car (has not) New Shifter New Battery New Dashboard as the screen would flicker Car barely has 100k miles on it. Makes no sense

Filed Jul 18, 2022 · Fuel system · PA

While driving down the road the vehicle lost power. No warning lights had come on prior to losing power. Luckily I was able to get it pulled over off the road before it died completely. After that it would not start but the check engine light was now on. I had vehicle towed to a shop close to my house. After the shop’s diagnostics, I was informed the problem was the high pressure fuel pump.

Filed Mar 28, 2022 · Engine · 4,665 miles · PA

The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving at 60 MPH, an unknown warning message indicating that the vehicle would not start the next time she would attempt to start it illuminated. The incorrect DEF fluid warning light illuminated. The contact continued to drive to her residence. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the PCM software was reprogrammed. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred 7 months later. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where the PCM software was again reprogrammed; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer 13 more times and the dealer reprogrammed the PCM software; however, the failure reoccurred while driving. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start after several attempts. The vehicle was towed to the independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the PCM software had forced the engine to shut off due to the diesel exhaust fluid system failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 4,665.

Filed Dec 8, 2021 · Electrical · IL

Wont start, with good battery

Filed Dec 7, 2021 · Electrical · RI

Vehicle randomly stalls and fails to restart or will not crank/start at random times

Filed Mar 16, 2021 · Engine, Fuel system · 94,200 miles · TX

Vehicle cranks, but does not start. Vehicles acts like it does not have gas while driving. It does not accelerate or decelerates while driving like it's about to stall. Issues are similar to the 2013 jeep grand cherokee recall.

Filed Dec 17, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 103,000 miles · CT

Jeep alternator failure, matches description in alternator important safety recall p60 / the federal safety agency 14v‑634 and matches dates for vehicle recall in new safety recall advanced communication ' t3607112017 for jeeps prior to july 2014, my build date aug 2013. While driving jeep, battery warning light, then jeep engine died while driving, several alert lights flashed and vehicle electrically died, doors locked, windows locked, no start. Would not accept aaa jump. Dealer says safety recalls not applicable to my vehicle - yet alt type (bja) is described in your safety recall, description of what happens matches, and vehicle quit operating while in motion.

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Related recalls

Engine and engine coolingReported June 8, 2023 · 80,629 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 2014-2020 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.
Risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 3, 2023. Some owner notification letters were mailed October 31, 2023. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated July 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 66A. This recall is an expansion of recall 20V‑475.

Recall number 23V411000 · Recall details

Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: gas recirculation valve (EGR valve)Reported November 12, 2020 · 28,884 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
Combustion in the intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
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 currently available. Owners were mailed an interim notification on December 21, 2021. A second notification will be mailed when parts are available, currently expected to be around March 11, 2021. The recall began March 11, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is W79.

Recall number 20V699000 · Recall details

Engine and engine cooling: engine: dieselReported August 13, 2020 · 58,016 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion by reading the camshaft position signal in the event that the crankshaft position signal is lost, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1‑800‑853‑2002. FCA US's number for this recall is W58.

Recall number 20V475000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee won't start

Is won't start a common problem on the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

34 of 2,392 owner complaints about the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee (1%) mention won't start. The model year with the most reports is 2011.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

There are 3 recalls and 91 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

Other symptoms on the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Check engine light 151Stalling 121Seat belt 104Jerking 64Loss of power 60Won't shift 47Fuel pump 46Wipers 41ABS 37Fire or smoke 37Adaptive cruise 36Headlights 36Engine failure 34Knocking 34No deployment 32Overheating 31Hesitation 29Transmission failure 29Collision warning 28Sudden acceleration 27Power steering loss 25Airbag light 23Key fob 21Backup camera 20Harsh shifting 20Brake failure 17Rollaway 17Slipping 17Screen failure 16Warning lights 16Misfire 14Oil consumption 13Grinding brakes 12Shudder 12Sunroof shattered 11Fuel gauge 9Fuel smell 8Steering lock-up 8Water leak 7Whining noise 7Phantom braking 5

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