JeepGrand Cherokee20113.6L/jeep/grand-cherokee/2011/3-6l/
WK platform

2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee — 3.6L

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2011 Grand Cherokee 3.6L.

Body SUVEngine 3.6LTransmission Automatic 5-spd

The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is an SUV built on the WK platform and powered by a 3.6L engine paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission, requiring 6 quarts of 5W-30 API oil with filter; EPA fuel economy ratings come in at 16 mpg city, 22 mpg highway, and 18 mpg combined. With 1,638 total owner complaints filed to date and six recalls issued, the 2011 model year falls in the middle of the Grand Cherokee's complaint history—better than the peak of 2,369 seen in 2014 but notably higher than the model's lowest complaint years, indicating moderate reliability concerns relative to later iterations.

Model year201920182017201620152014201320122011

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity6 qt w/ filterOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque110 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy16/22/18 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 700 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04884899AC. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 94R · 700 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter04884899AC alt 68079744AD
Engine air filter04861756AA
Spark plugSPLZFR5C11 alt SP149125AF
BatteryBBH7A001AA alt BBH8A001AA
Front wiper blades68079859AA alt 68079858AA
Thermostat52028898AJ alt 05184894AA
Cabin air filter68606182AA

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length189.8 in
Overall width76.4 in
Overall height69.3 in
Wheelbase115 in
Curb weight4471 lb
Track (front / rear)63.8 / 64.2 in

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined16 / 22 / 18 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent published road-test results.

8.2–8.7 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 8.20 sec — 2011 Laredo
290 hpHorsepower (as tested)
260 lb-ftTorque (as tested)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2011Laredo 3.6L V68.20 sec16.40 sec290 hp4x4
2011Laredo 3.6L V68.40 sec16.60 sec290 hp4x4
2011Limited 3.6L V68.40 sec16.30 sec290 hp4x4
2011Limited 3.6L V68.70 sec16.60 sec290 hp4x4
2014Overland 3.6L V67.50 sec15.70 sec290 hp4x4
2016Summit 3.6L V67.10 sec15.40 sec295 hp4x4
2017Trailhawk 3.6L V67.60 sec15.90 sec295 hp4x4
2021L Limited 3.6L V67.30 sec15.50 sec290 hp4x4

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 6 qt w/ filter of 5W-30 API engine oil, SYNTHETIC · 75W-140 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 110 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF+4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity5.3
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear OilSYNTHETIC · 75W-140 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity4.4 Pints
Engine CoolantHOAT · MS9769
Engine Oil5W-30 · API · MS-6395
Engine Oil Capacity6 qt w/ filter

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs7 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts262 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts129 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts70 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts17 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs9 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts110 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill PlugSteel case: 35.0, Aluminum case: 18.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain PlugSteel case: 35.0, Aluminum case: 18.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub229 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub229 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Cylinder Firing Order1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.37 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity4.00 oz
Standard BCI Group Number94R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance700 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test15, Pressure should not exceed 20 psi.
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief16-20 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature195 °F
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)56-60 psi
Injector Primary Resistance11.4-12.6 @ 68 degreesF ohms
Engine Compression100 Minimum psi
Engine Oil Pressure5
Intake Valve LashHydraulic in

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket41 ft-lbs / 20 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle148 ft-lbs / 89 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness0.040 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.040 in
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.00035 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.002 in
Rotor Minimum Machining1.2 in / 0.492 in
Rotor Discard at or Under1.199 in / 0.491 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9015 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 8,000 mi; spark plugs every 96,000 mi; coolant at 104,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 104,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 8,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
At 16,000 miExhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 16,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Suspension System (inspect) · Tie Rod (inspect)
Every 24,000 miCV Joint Boot (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 32,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace) · Parking Brake System (adjust)
At 48,000 miExhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 96,000 miPCV Valve (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 104,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 120,000 miDrive Belt (replace) · Transmission Fluid & Filter (replace)

Owner how-tos

Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.

Common procedures

Key fob — remote (RKE) programming programming new fob buttons Dealer tool OEM · verified
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith)
WhyTransmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module
Anti-theft (SKIS) — module initialization after immobilizer module replacement Dealer tool OEM · verified
When neededAfter Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool
Also requiredThe vehicle's four-digit PIN code

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee marks a sharp inflection in the federal record: after 2009-2010 posted only 117-138 complaints, zero investigations, and 3-5 recalls, 2011 jumps to 1,638 complaints, 6 recalls, 6 investigations, and 195 TSBs. That complaint count nearly matches 2012 (1,637) and far exceeds 2013 (799), while recalls and investigations remain below the 2014 peak of 19 recalls and 10 investigations. For 2011 specifically, the leading complaint areas are Electrical System (427), Service Brakes (197), Engine (114), and Fuel/Propulsion System (77), plus 53 crash-related and 61 fire-related complaints, though the data does not specify root causes. The arc indicates 2011-2012 is the early, high-complaint phase of this generation, with 2014 representing the worst year for recalls and investigations. Given its elevated complaint volume and TSB count without the highest recall activity of later years, 2011 is a cautious buy at best: a thorough pre-purchase inspection and confirmation that all recalls and applicable TSBs have been completed are essential.

6
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
195
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
6
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
1,638
Owner complaints
53 involved a crash · 61 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 1,638 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Electrical System427
Service Brakes197
Engine114
Fuel/Propulsion System77
Unknown Or Other71
Electrical System,Engine67
Electrical System,Fuel/Propulsion System53
Power Train33

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 6 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V813000Electrical SystemReported 14/11/2019

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6, 5.7, or 6.4 liter engine and previously recalled under NHTSA Recall 14V530 or 15V115. The fuel… Remedy: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) will replace the affected fuel pump relay and related wire harness. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed beginning December 19…

17V572000Service BrakesReported 18/09/2017

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles had brake booster shields installed under a previous campaign to prevent water from entering the… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster shield, correcting the installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November10, 2017. Owners…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 195 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
91006452025-08-15Unknown Or OtherVerify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders…
1050382025-05-14Fuel/Propulsion SystemTUBE - FUEL INJECTOR SUPPLY & GASKET - NONE
1050392025-05-14Fuel/Propulsion SystemTUBE - FUEL INJECTOR SUPPLY & GASKET - NONE
1028122025-02-13Fuel/Propulsion SystemRAIL - FUEL
91004482024-12-04SeatsHEADREST Incoming Vehicles with Deployed Active Head Rest (AHR) should have a through…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2011 Grand Cherokee 3.6L take?

6 qt w/ filter of 5W-30 API MEETING CHRYSLER SPECIFICATION MS-6395, per the factory manual.

Does the 2011 Grand Cherokee have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 3.6L get?

EPA figures are 16 city / 22 highway / 18 combined mpg.