Does the 2001 Jeep Cherokee have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 Jeep Cherokee, the most recent reported on April 8, 2002 (Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system, injectors). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Jeep Cherokee?

Owners have filed 226 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes, hydraulic (53 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (35).

How many 2001 Jeep Cherokee complaints mention a crash or fire?

25 of 226 complaints report a crash and 10 a fire; 19 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2001 Jeep Cherokee recalls and problems

2 recalls and 226 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Jeep Cherokee.

recalls

226

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2001 Jeep Cherokee recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system, injectors

NHTSA campaign 02V104000 · reported April 8, 2002 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 1,115,322 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with a 4.0l engine only, the design of the intake and exhaust manifolds could allow debris to accumulate at the #3 cylinder location.
The risk: This could result in a vehicle fire.
The fix: Dealers will install a manifold shield to modify the air flow characteristics and to prevent the accumulation of debris in the area of the #3 cylinder. Owner notification began may 13, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Child seat

NHTSA campaign 00V366000 · reported November 9, 2000 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 1,211,756 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a child restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.
The risk: In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
The fix: Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Service brakes, hydraulic53
Engine and engine cooling35
Power train24
Suspension22
Air bags21
Electrical system19
Seats18
Steering16
Equipment11
Exterior lighting10

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jul 13, 2021 · Fuel system, gasoline · 145,333 miles · fire reported
The contact owns a 2001 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated while driving 10 mph, the vehicle lost motive power without warning and there was smoke coming from the engine. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and diagnosed that the top cylinder was faulty. The vehicle was then towed to a dealer, but the…

Feb 19, 2020 · Seat belts
THE STOCK SEAT BELTS LOCATED IN THE REAR SEAT OF THE VEHICLE DO NOT LOCK IN ORDER TO PROPERLY AND SAFELY INSTALL CHILD SAFETY SEATS. THIS IS NOT A ONE TIME THING AS THEY WILL NOT SECURE AFTER BEING FULLY EXTENDED. I HAVE ALREADY CONTACTED A DEALER AFTER FINDING AN OLD RECALL BUT WAS TOLD THEY WOULD NOT FIX AS THEY…

Jun 26, 2018 · Structure
CPSC: PURCHASED A SET OF THE ABOVE PISTONS TO REPLACE PISTONS ON A 2001 JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT. THE FIRST SET FAILED ON THE SECOND OPENING CAUSING MINOR VEHICLE DAMAGE TO THE LIFT GATE. THE LOCKING CLIP DID NOT HAVE SUFFICIENT STRENGTH TO HOLD ONTO THE PROVIDED BRACKET.

Mar 2, 2018 · Unknown or other · 150,000 miles
GAS TANK IS DANGEROUS, JUST LIKE RECALL IVE SEEN. COVER HAS RUSTED AWAY SKID PLATE GONE EXPOSING GAS TANK

Sep 14, 2017 · Engine · 117,000 miles
AS WITH MANY OTHER JEEP OWNERS WITH THE 4.0 ENGINE (HUNDREDS THAT I HAVE SEEN) MY 2001 JEEP CHEROKEE'S CYLINDER HEAD CRACKED. MINE WAS AT 117K MILES, AND THE AVERAGE MILEAGE FOR FAILURE SEEMS TO BE 100K - 120K MILES. THIS IS A DEFINITE DESIGN FLAW. MY JEEP WAS WELL MAINTAINED AND SHOULD NOT HAVE HAD A CRACKED CYLINDER…

Cherokee model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2000	1	362	26	33
2001	2	226	25	10

Across all years, the 2014 Cherokee has the most complaints (2,650). All Jeep Cherokee years →

Questions

Does the 2001 Jeep Cherokee have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 Jeep Cherokee, the most recent reported on April 8, 2002 (Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system, injectors). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Jeep Cherokee?: Owners have filed 226 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes, hydraulic (53 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (35).
How many 2001 Jeep Cherokee complaints mention a crash or fire?: 25 of 226 complaints report a crash and 10 a fire; 19 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 13, 2021.