2020 Jeep Cherokee - Maintenance & Specs
The 2020 Jeep Cherokee belongs to a Jeep Cherokee lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 25 model years, from 1981 to 2026. Engine options on record include the 2.0L, 3.2L, 2.0L I4 / 2.4L I4 / 3.2L V6. It is configured as all-wheel drive with an automatic 9-spd. The 2020 sits mid-run, with both earlier (1981) and later (2026) Cherokee model years also documented.
It takes 5W-20 full synthetic oil, 5.5 qt with a new filter meeting MS-6395. Fluid specs on file include HOAT coolant, DOT 3 brake fluid, ATF+4 transmission fluid. Know Your Ride lists 14 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 7,500 miles. Documented torque values include oil drain plug 20 ft-lb, lug nut 100 ft-lb, spark plug 18 ft-lb.
NHTSA complaints for this vehicle cluster around power train (90), engine (15), steering (14). A representative report reads: "The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle the warning message "Service Four Wheel Drive" and "Four Wheel Drive..." There are 2 safety recalls on record; one covers: ...ysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The steering rack gear may break, possibly causing a loss of steering....
EPA fuel economy is rated at 20 city / 27 highway MPG, 23 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $1,900.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 5W-20 |
| Oil type | Full Synthetic |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 5.5 qt |
| OEM oil spec | MS-6395 |
| Oil filter | Fram XG10575 |
| EPA combined | 23 MPG |
| Tire size | 245/60R18 |
| Coolant | HOAT |
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 stars |
| Open recalls on record | 2 |
| Technical service bulletins | 200 |
Common Trouble Codes
- P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
- P0171 - System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0128 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation
- P0442 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0700 - Transmission Control System Malfunction
- P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
- U0100 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM A
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Part of the free Know Your Ride vehicle maintenance reference. Figures are sourced from EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer data and are for general reference - always confirm with your owner's manual.