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2020 Jeep Cherokee FWD
Official EPA fuel economy and NHTSA recall record, best combined figure 26 MPG.
The Jeep Cherokee is a line of sport utility vehicles (SUV) manufactured and marketed by Jeep over six generations. Marketed initially as a variant of the Jeep Wagoneer (SJ), the Cherokee has evolved from a full-size station wagon to one of the first compact SUVs and into its latest generation as a crossover SUV.
Safety rating (NHTSA 5-Star)
Official crash-test ratings for the 2020 Jeep Cherokee SUV 4WD.
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Highway | Combined | CO2 g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 | 345 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Regular | 22 | 31 | 25 | 352 |
| 3.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Regular | 20 | 29 | 23 | 387 |
Safety recalls (NHTSA)
3 campaigns on record for this model year. Recall repairs are free at dealers; check your exact vehicle by VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The steering rack gear may break, possibly causing a loss of steering control.
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
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may fail.
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
427 complaints filed by owners for this model year (11 involving a crash, 8 a fire). Complaints are owner reports, not confirmed defects - browse them in full on nhtsa.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fuel economy of a 2020 Jeep Cherokee FWD?
EPA figures for the 2020 Jeep Cherokee FWD reach 26 MPG combined depending on configuration; the table on this page lists every tested engine and transmission combination.
Are there recalls on the 2020 Jeep Cherokee FWD?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2020 Jeep Cherokee FWD. Check your specific vehicle by VIN on the official NHTSA site, recalls are fixed free of charge by dealers.
What are common problems with the 2020 Jeep Cherokee FWD?
Owners have filed 427 complaints with NHTSA for the 2020 Jeep Cherokee FWD, most often about: Power Train, Engine, Unknown Or Other. Complaint counts reflect what owners report, not confirmed defects.
What is the safety rating of the 2020 Jeep Cherokee FWD?
NHTSA gave the 2020 Jeep Cherokee FWD (2020 Jeep Cherokee SUV 4WD) an overall 4-star rating in the official 5-Star Safety Ratings program.
Sources: EPA fueleconomy.gov, the NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings databases (all US public data), refreshed monthly. Recall texts are quoted from the official record. Details on About & Data Sources.