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| 2025 | Jeep expanded the Wagoneer S lineup by introducing a new Limited trim level, lowering the starting price by $5,000. The Limited trim offers a dual-motor electric powertrain with 500 horsepower and is priced at $66,995. |
| 2025 | Scheduled production of the Jeep Recon battery electric mid-size SUV, to be manufactured in North America and made available for the global market. |
| January 2025 | First Wagoneer S vehicles (2024 model year Launch Edition trim) arrived at dealerships. |
| 2024 | Planned launch of two new electric vehicle models: Jeep Wagoneer S (coupe style EV SUV) and Jeep Recon (mid-size EV SUV inspired by the Wrangler) |
| 2024 | Planned launch of Jeep Wagoneer S, a coupe-style electric vehicle SUV |
| 2024 | Planned launch of Jeep Recon, a mid-size electric vehicle SUV inspired by the Jeep Wrangler |
| 2024 | Compass becomes the entry-level Jeep model in North America following the withdrawal of the Renegade and Cherokee from the market. |
| June 22 2024 | Allison Parliament, the originator of Jeep ducking, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes, as announced by her mother on Facebook. |
| 2023 | Sales continue to plummet, with United States sales at 24,610 units and limited data from other markets. |
| 2023 | The 2.4-liter engine powered the Altitude Lux trim, while the 2.0-liter turbo I4 engine powered the Trailhawk trim of the Cherokee. |
| 2023 | Jeep Cherokee Limited trim level production ended after a decade-long run. |
| 2023 | Latitude Lux trim remained available until this year. |
| 2023 | Rubber ducks on Jeep dashboards become a common sight, with the practice spreading across different Jeep models. |
| 2023 | V8 engine option was discontinued for the Grand Cherokee models. The Trailhawk trim became exclusively available in 4xe PHEV configuration. |
| 2023 | Jeep Compass replaces the 2.4-liter engine with a retuned 2.0-liter GME four-cylinder gasoline engine and switches from the ZF 9HP transmission to a Hyundai-sourced 8-speed automatic transmission. |
| June 2023 | A similar 'Moo Moo Subaru' movement launched, with the Facebook group quickly gaining 36,000 members within six months. |
| February 28 2023 | Jeep Cherokee assembly ceased at the Belvidere Assembly Plant in Belvidere, Illinois. |
| 2022 | The Jeep Cherokee underwent comprehensive safety testing by the IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety), receiving 'Good' ratings in multiple safety categories including small overlap front (driver and passenger), moderate overlap front, side impact, roof strength, and head restraints and seats. |
| 2022 | Dramatic reduction in sales, with United States sales down to 40,322 units and minimal sales in other markets. |
| 2022 | The Jeep Cherokee lineup was simplified to Latitude Lux, X, Trailhawk, and Limited, with the 8.4-inch touchscreen becoming standard equipment on all models. |
| 2022 | Chrysler discontinued the 2.4-liter 'Tigershark' four-cylinder engine and made the 3.2-liter Pentastar VVT V6 engine standard on all Cherokee models. The 2.0L 'Hurricane' turbo four-cylinder engine remained an optional engine for most models. |
| 2022 | Trailhawk trim level production ceased after an eight-year run from 2014 to 2022. |
| 2022 | Jeep introduced the X trim level for the Cherokee (KL), which expanded on the base Altitude trim with Trailhawk-inspired exterior styling, combination vinyl-and-cloth-trimmed seats, dual heated front seats, and a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel. |
| 2022 | Base Latitude and Latitude Plus trims were discontinued. |
| 2022 | Actual release of the fifth generation two-row Grand Cherokee with seven trim levels: Laredo, Altitude, Limited, Overland, Trailhawk, Summit, and Summit Reserve. |
| 2022 | Stellantis rented the World's Largest Rubber Duck for the North American International Auto Show to celebrate the ducking phenomenon, displaying it outside the Huntington Place convention center. |
| 2022 | Jeep ducking Facebook groups estimated to have around half a million members, indicating significant growth of the social media trend. |
| 2022 | The Jeep Grand Cherokee L Laredo demonstrated advanced safety features, achieving 'Superior' ratings in Vehicle-to-Vehicle and nighttime Vehicle-to-Pedestrian front crash prevention systems. |
| 2022 | Jeep Grand Cherokee L Laredo underwent comprehensive safety testing by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), receiving multiple 'Good' ratings in small and moderate overlap front crash tests for both driver and passenger sides. |
| 2022 | Jeep introduced the 2022 Grand Cherokee 4xe High Altitude Edition Package at the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). |
| 2022 | Jeep marketed the outgoing Grand Cherokee WK2 alongside the all-new Grand Cherokee WL model, with a condensed lineup of Laredo 'E', Laredo 'X', and Limited trims, powered exclusively by the 3.6 L Pentastar V6 engine. |
| 2022 | Jeep unveiled a Product Red edition of the Compass in partnership with Product Red, based on the Limited trim level and featuring Redline 3-Coat Pearl Metallic paint, Black perforated leather interior with red stitching, and special exterior badging. Proceeds from sales will be donated to the Product Red Foundation. |
| 2022 | Jeep released the Compass '5th Anniversary Edition' for the Indian market, celebrating 5 years of the Compass in India, with exclusive trim, alloy wheels, and a restyled interior. |
| 2022 | US model introduced with advanced safety features including over-the-air updates, collision warning, lane-keep assist, pedestrian/cycle detection, and Highway Assist semi-autonomous driving system. |
| 2022 | Jeep Compass top trim earned IIHS Top Safety Pick award, achieving 'Good' ratings in most safety categories, with some variations in side impact and crash prevention testing |
| 2022 | Continued strong sales in Brazil with 63,467 units and a recovery in U.S. sales to 86,175 units. |
| October 2022 | The joint venture between Stellantis and Guangzhou Automobile Group in China filed for bankruptcy, though Stellantis committed to continuing Jeep brand customer service. |
| September 2022 | Jeep revealed the Recon electric SUV alongside two other Jeep models, showcasing its design and off-road-oriented features. |
| February 25 2022 | Stellantis and Jeep issued a stop-sale order for 2022 Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L models due to a Radio Frequency Hub Module (RFHM) issue that could prevent vehicles from recognizing key fobs and starting, potentially requiring towing to dealerships. |
| 2021 | Jeep Grand Wagoneers from 1984 through 1991 were among the most sought-after cars during the COVID-19 pandemic, ranking in the top nine of vintage cars on the market. |
| 2021 | Sharp decline in sales continues, with global sales data incomplete and United States sales falling to 89,126 units. |
| 2021 | Jeep released the 80th Anniversary Edition of the Cherokee, commemorating the brand's 80th anniversary. |
| 2021 | The High Altitude Edition replaced the Overland trim as the top of the Cherokee lineup. |
| 2021 | Jeep Cherokee Altitude Edition trim was discontinued after six years of production. |
| 2021 | Debuted several new features for the first time in Grand Cherokee history, including a 950-watt McIntosh 19-speaker audio system, massaging front seats, rear seat view camera, 360-degree camera system, wireless smartphone integration, and Level 2 semi-autonomous driving technology. |
| 2021 | Remarkable sales year with 264,444 units sold in the United States, showing strong market demand. |
| 2021 | Originally scheduled for release as a 2021 model year vehicle, but the release was delayed until 2022. |
| 2021 | Debuted several new features including massaging front seats, rear seat view camera, 360-degree camera system, inside camera for viewing different seats, wireless smartphone integration, and Level 2 semi-autonomous driving technology. |
| 2021 | First introduction of a 950-watt, nineteen-speaker McIntosh premium amplified surround sound audio system in the Grand Cherokee lineup. |
| 2021 | Jeep added more standard comfort and convenience features and introduced the Latitude Lux and 80th Anniversary trims. |
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