2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee maintenance schedule

The 2020 Grand Cherokee is part of the WK2 generation (2014-2021), sold as an SUV. Below: its service intervals with the source behind each one, the fluids it takes, the problems owners report for this year, and the NHTSA recalls issued for it.

Service schedule

What the 2020 Grand Cherokee needs, and when

5 of these 12 items come from Jeep's own published schedule. Manufacturer rows link to Jeep's own schedule, Independent rows to a service shop or parts retailer's published guide. Rows marked Unverified have no source Carlyle could confirm and are shown for completeness.

ServiceIntervalSource
Engine oil and filter

Severe duty 4,000-5,000 miles; 6.4L/6.2L strict 6,000 miles/6 months

10,000 mi / 1 yearIndependent
Engine air filter30,000 mi / 3 yearsIndependent
Cabin air filter20,000 mi / 2 yearsIndependent
Tire rotation

Rotate front-to-back or cross depending on tread type

10,000 mi / 1 yearIndependent
Brake fluid

Test annually, replace bi-annually

2 yearsManufacturer
Engine coolant

OAT coolant formulation

150,000 mi / 10 yearsManufacturer
Transmission fluid

Older models; newer units inspect unless leaking

60,000 miManufacturer
Spark plugs (3.6L, 5.7L)

Long-life iridium plugs

100,000 mi / 10 yearsIndependent
Serpentine belt

Inspect at 60k (approx. 100,000 mi benchmark)

Inspect, replace as neededIndependent
Differential and transfer case fluid (4WD)

Severe duty requires 30k; normal use 60k

30,000 mi / 3 yearsManufacturer
PCV valve

Inspect (approx. 100,000 mi benchmark)

Inspect, replace as neededUnverified
12V battery

Test annually; prone to failure after 3 years in extreme climates

Inspect, replace as neededManufacturer

Intervals are for normal driving; towing, short trips, extreme heat or dust shorten them.

Fluids and engines

What goes in it

Engine oil
0W-20 (3.6L post-2016) / 5W-20 (5.7L) / 0W-40 (6.4L/6.2L)
Coolant
Mopar OAT
Transmission fluid
ZF 8-Speed ATF

Powertrains in this generation

  • 3.6L 6-cyl (3.6L Pentastar V6), 290 hp, 8-speed Auto (ZF), 2WD / 4WD
  • 5.7L 8-cyl (5.7L HEMI V8), 360 hp, 8-speed Auto (ZF), 4WD
  • 3.0L 6-cyl diesel (3.0L EcoDiesel V6), 240 hp, 8-speed Auto (ZF), 4WD
  • 6.4L 8-cyl (6.4L HEMI V8 (SRT)), 475 hp, 8-speed Auto (ZF), 4WD
  • 6.2L 8-cyl (6.2L HEMI V8 SC (Trackhawk)), 707 hp, 8-speed Auto (ZF), 4WD

Confirm the exact spec against the owner's manual or the label under the hood; capacities vary by engine and drivetrain.

Known problems

What 2020 Grand Cherokee owners run into

Problems reported for this model year, with the mileage they tend to show up at. Buying past a window is not automatically a pass - it just needs to be priced in.

Quadra-Lift Air Suspension Failure

high severity

60,000-120,000 mi · $500-$3,000 to fix

Sagging suspension, compressor burnout

Source: avturo.com

Wheel Lug Stud Breakage

low severity

50,000-100,000 mi · $46-$64 to fix

Snapped studs during tire change

Source: repairpal.com

Safety recalls

3 NHTSA recalls for the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee

From NHTSA's recall database, matched by model and year. Recall repairs are free at Jeep dealers, and a given car may already be fixed or fall outside a campaign, so check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you buy.

Engine and engine cooling

NHTSA 23V411000

June 2023

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.

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.

Fuel system, diesel

NHTSA 22V406000

June 2022

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. A high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure may introduce internal debris into the fuel system, potentially resulting in fuel starvation.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the HPFP, and inspect and replace, if necessary, additional fuel system components, free of charge. Interim notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 21, 2022. Owner notification letters for were mailed for Jeep Grand Cherokee owners starting January 11, 2024. Owner notification letters for Ram 1500 owners were mailed March 7, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLS's number for this recall is Z46.

Back over prevention

NHTSA 20V191000

September 2020

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37.

Running costs

What maintenance typically costs

A typical year of maintenance
$634

Typical US independent-shop estimates for this generation; they vary by region and condition.

Other Grand Cherokee model years

WL (2022-2026)

WK2 (2014-2021)

Shopping new? The Jeep Grand Cherokee guide covers the current model, with what it costs to keep for 1 to 15 years.

Sources

Researched 2026-09-19. Modeling, not mechanic advice - always confirm against your car's owner's manual and service records.

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