Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 Grand Cherokee 3.6L.
The 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.6L is an SUV built on the WK platform, powered by a 3.6‑liter engine paired with an 8‑speed automatic transmission, and it returns an EPA‑rated 19 city / 26 highway / 21 combined mpg. Owner‑reported issues total 307, with the engine emerging as the leading complaint category and nine recalls issued for the model year. In the broader complaint history spanning 1993 through 2026, the 2016 edition sits well below the peak of 2,369 complaints recorded in 2014 yet far above the low of nine in 2026, placing it at a moderate level within the lineup’s reliability spectrum.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI H7 · 700 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04892339BE. 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.
| Engine oil filter | 04892339BE alt 04884899AC |
| Engine air filter | 04861756AA alt 04861688AB |
| Fuel filter | 04726067AB alt 04726067AA |
| Spark plug | SP225755AB alt SP143877AB |
| Battery | BBH6A001AA alt BBH8A001AA |
| Front wiper blades | 68194930AB alt 68194931AB |
| Serpentine belt | 05281374AA alt 04627167AB |
| Thermostat | 52028898AJ alt 68157217AA |
| Cabin air filter | 68606182AA alt 68260792AB |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic 8-spd |
| Overall length | 189.8 in |
| Overall width | 76.4 in |
| Overall height | 69.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 115 in |
| Curb weight | 4676 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 63.8 / 64.2 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 51/49 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 19 / 26 / 21 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Regular Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent published road-test results.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Summit 3.6L V6 | 7.10 sec | 15.40 sec | 295 hp | 4x4 |
| 2017 | Trailhawk 3.6L V6 | 7.60 sec | 15.90 sec | 295 hp | 4x4 |
| 2014 | Overland 3.6L V6 | 7.50 sec | 15.70 sec | 290 hp | 4x4 |
| 2011 | Laredo 3.6L V6 | 8.20 sec | 16.40 sec | 290 hp | 4x4 |
| 2011 | Laredo 3.6L V6 | 8.40 sec | 16.60 sec | 290 hp | 4x4 |
| 2011 | Limited 3.6L V6 | 8.40 sec | 16.30 sec | 290 hp | 4x4 |
| 2011 | Limited 3.6L V6 | 8.70 sec | 16.60 sec | 290 hp | 4x4 |
| 2021 | L Limited 3.6L V6 | 7.30 sec | 15.50 sec | 290 hp | 4x4 |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine GL-5 · Synthetic · SAE 75W · SAE 75W · SAE 75W in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 8.5-9.0 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Differential Gear Oil | GL-5 · Synthetic · SAE 75W · SAE 75W · SAE 75W |
| Engine Coolant | MS-12106 |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 12.0 |
| Engine Coolant | MS-12106 |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 10.4 |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 7 ft-lbs |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | 70 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 12 |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 9 |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 18 |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 9 |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 18 |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 12.0 ft-lbs |
| Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts | 70.0 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Fill Plug | Steel case: 35.0, Aluminum case: 18.0 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Drain Plug | Steel case: 35.0, Aluminum case: 18.0 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | Install a new nut and torque to 229.0 ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | Install a new nut and torque to 229.0 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-4-2-5-3-6 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-2-3-4-5-6 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2 |
| Ignition Coil Primary Resistance | 0.60-0.90 ohms |
| Ignition Coil Secondary Resistance | 6000-9000 ohms |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.37 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Oil Capacity | 4.00 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | H7 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 700 cca |
| Primary Fuel Pump Pressure | 58.0-85.6 psi |
| Engine Compression | psi 100 min / max variation 25% psi |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 41; Rear: 20 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 148; Rear: 89 |
| ABS Sensor Torque | Front: 9; Rear: 13 |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | 24 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | 148 |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 41; Rear: 20 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 148; Rear: 89 |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | 0.040 in |
| 1 | 15 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90 | 15 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 33.0 ft. lbs. Step 3: 75 degrees CAUTION: Do not use a torque wrench for this step. Step 4: 50 degrees CAUTION: Do not use a torque wrench for this step. Step 5: Loosen bolts in reverse sequence Step 6: 22.0 ft. lbs. Step 7: 33.0 ft. lbs. Step 8: 70 degrees CAUTION: Do not use a torque wrench for this step. Step 9: 70 degrees CAUTION: Do not use a torque wrench for this step. Bolts should be checked for stretching using a straight edge. Ay bolts that show stretching should be replaced. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 30.0 | |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| Every 10,000 mi | Battery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Diesel Emissions Fluid (fill) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) |
| Every 20,000 mi | Fuel Filter (replace) · Parking Brake System (inspect) |
| Every 100,000 mi | Drive Belt (replace) |
Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith) |
| Why | Transmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module |
| When needed | After Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement |
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool |
| Also required | The vehicle's four-digit PIN code |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee marks a significant turning point in the generation's reliability trend, following a peak of 2,369 complaints and 632 TSBs in 2014. In 2016, complaints dropped sharply to 307, with 9 recalls and 3 investigations recorded. This represents a substantial improvement over the 1,343 complaints seen in 2015 and remains lower than the 840 complaints recorded in 2018. The most frequent issues for the 2016 model were tied between the engine and power train with 39 complaints each, though the data does not specify the root causes of these failures. Additionally, the record shows 27 crash complaints and 7 fire complaints for this target year. Given the dramatic reduction in complaints compared to the immediate preceding years, this is a good year to buy.
All 307 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 9 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ram 1500 and 2014-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate causing the engine to… Remedy: FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion by reading the camshaft position signal in the event that…
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June…
Showing 5 of 406 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| S1623000028 Rev. K | 2026-06-12 | Electrical System | Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window… |
| S1623000028 REV.J | 2026-06-05 | Structure | Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window… |
| S1623000028 REV.I | 2026-05-29 | Electrical System | Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window… |
| S2623000023 | 2026-04-08 | Electrical System | Power Liftgate Inoperative. |
| S1623000028 REV.H | 2026-04-01 | Structure | Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window… |
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EPA figures are 19 city / 26 highway / 21 combined mpg.