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Jeep Grand Cherokee and Volkswagen Jetta Lemon Odds and Nada Odds for the Year Ending June 30, 2018

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Year Make/Model Nada Odds per 100 Cars Lemon Odds per 100 Cars    
28 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 17000 miles driven2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  28 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 17000 miles driven
25 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 28100 miles driven2016 Volkswagen Jetta Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  25 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 28100 miles driven
38 vehicles, 11.9 months per vehicle, 32100 miles driven2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee gas
[?] see reported repairs
  38 vehicles, 11.9 months per vehicle, 32100 miles driven
38 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 49800 miles driven

Refreshed. Common electrical issues. Diesel much more troublesome than gas engines.
2014
Jeep Grand Cherokee gas
[?] see reported repairs
  38 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 49800 miles driven

Refreshed. Common electrical issues. Diesel much more troublesome than gas engines.
28 vehicles, 10.9 months per vehicle, 64100 miles driven2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  28 vehicles, 10.9 months per vehicle, 64100 miles driven
25 vehicles, 11.9 months per vehicle, 83700 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year.
2011
Jeep Grand Cherokee Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  25 vehicles, 11.9 months per vehicle, 83700 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. Volkswagen Jetta Lemon Odds and Nada Odds

Other sources of Jeep Grand Cherokee and Volkswagen Jetta reliability data provide only averages, which can conceal as much as they reveal. So we also report the percentage of Jeep Grand Cherokees and Volkswagen Jettas with no repairs at all in the past year and the percentage of Jeep Grand Cherokees and Volkswagen Jettas that are lemons (required three or more repair trips in the past year). These figures might surprise you.

These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to closely track Jeep Grand Cherokee and Volkswagen Jetta lemon odds as the cars age. Others can be over a year behind. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Jeep Grand Cherokee and Volkswagen Jetta have been recently.

To see how frequently Jeep Grand Cherokee and Volkswagen Jetta problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.

What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Jeep Grand Cherokee

Jeep Grand Cherokee Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
Can do anything reputation. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review
2004 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8
4-speed automatic AWD w/low range
Rugged reputation see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review
2003 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8
5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
Jeep brand is well recognized for durability and ability to handle all kinds of terrain. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review
2002 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8
5-speed automatic AWD w/low range
Snob appeal in my area. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review
Jeep Grand Cherokee Brand Reputation: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
Chrysler needs to step up and stand behind their vehicles if the are going to sell $45-50K vehicles they need to improve they service and act like a premium car manufacturer. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Volkswagen Jetta

Volkswagen Jetta Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
German manufacturer. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2003 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Volkswagen is a very reputable manufacturer see full Volkswagen Jetta review
Volkswagen Jetta Brand Reputation: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
It's been interesting to see the mixed reactions I get when people learn that I bought a VW. I'm known for my research-minded ways when it comes to big decisions, so I think the reliability (or lack thereof) reputation that Volkswagen has caused people to be surprised by my purchase. But for as many horror stories that I've read or heard, I've also heard from many owners who swear by and love their VWs and have had minor to no issues. Given how in love with my car I am after just one week...I get why VW owners love their cars (but, I'll admit, I still have my fingers crossed that I won't be plagued with too many quirks or issues). see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2008 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
VW/Audi has a reputation of poor reliability and expensive to service. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2007 4dr Sedan 150-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I'm a little worried about how it'll hold up, due to VW's reputation. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2006 4dr Sedan turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
5-speed manual FWD
That people automatically assume that all VWs are unreliable just because they had problems with their cars in the late 90s/early 00s. The new Jetta and Rabbit are MUCH better than they used to be. The TDIs especially are very reliable. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2006 4dr Sedan 150-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
VW gets a bad reputation for reliability and quality though they build an excellent vehicle in terms of safety, handling and fun to drive. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2006 4dr Sedan turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
5-speed manual FWD
More work is needed to convince public that VW is a reliable brand. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2003 4dr Wagon turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
5-speed manual FWD
Image of a good car, well built, good handling with lackluster dealer service leads to uninspiring owner experience for many. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2002 4dr Sedan turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
5-speed manual FWD
Average car see full Volkswagen Jetta review