Sell your 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee for cash

The 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is a SUV that came with a choice of 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl, 4.7L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl and 6.1L 8-cyl engines. At 18 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee at a glance

Body styleSport Utility Vehicle - 2WD, Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
Engines3.0L 6-cyl, 3.7L 6-cyl, 4.7L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 6.1L 8-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 5-spd
DriveRear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
FuelDiesel, Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
Fuel economy11–18 city / 14–23 highway / 12–20 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,950–$6,850 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂509–741 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA9 configurations: Grand Cherokee 2WD, Grand Cherokee 4WD
Age18 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 18 years old, most of a 2008 Grand Cherokee's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a SUV, it's heavier than a typical car, and scrap weight is a big part of any junk offer. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2008 Grand Cherokee. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the electrical system, typically around 78,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls covering the 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Electrical SystemSep 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V567000

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008 Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured May 31, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Dodge Magnum vehicles manufactured May 23, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured May 24, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured April 3, 2007, to May 12, 2008…

Risk: If the ignition stays between "START" and "ON" positions it could cause loss of certain electrical functions. If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the "OFF" or "ACCESSORY" position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower

Electrical SystemMay 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V175000

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, through March 9, 2010; and 2006-2010 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, through March 10, 2010. A transfer case electrical failure may result in an unintentional shifting of the…

Risk: If the vehicle shifts into neutral, it may roll away increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.

Electrical SystemFeb 2008 · NHTSA campaign 08V059000

Chrysler is recalling 1,338 my 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee and commander vehicles. The front control module may have been incorrectly manufactured.

Risk: This could cause the engine to stall while driving or not to start and/or cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative. Engine stalling or inoperative wipers could cause a crash without warning.

Service Brakes, HydraulicSep 2007 · NHTSA campaign 07V415000

On certain sport utility vehicles, front brake calipers in a certain lot may have been manufactured from gray iron instead of ductile iron as designed and could fracture without warning.

Risk: This would increase the vehicle's stopping distance and could cause a crash.

Common 2008 Grand Cherokee problems

Owners have filed 734 complaints about the 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee with NHTSA. 23 reports involved a crash and 5 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 10 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Electrical System457
  • Engine107
  • Power Train65
  • Air Bags40
  • Unknown or Other35
  • Engine and Engine Cooling32

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Electrical System78,000 mi
  • Engine78,000 mi
  • Power Train78,000 mi
  • Air Bags110,000 mi
  • Unknown or Other95,000 mi
  • Engine and Engine Cooling31,000 mi

2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

VersionOverallFrontal crashSide crashRolloverRollover risk
4 Dr, RWD/4WDNot rated——★★★★☆19.1%

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP). Ratings from different model years or rating systems aren't directly comparable.

2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 62 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Electrical System11
  • Equipment6
  • Power Train6
  • Engine and Engine Cooling5
  • Structure5
  • Electrical System4

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 2025 · 9100645

    Verify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders: Warranty, Mopar, customer pay and service contract. Order "68" part number for New unsold

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsOct 2024 · 101232

    Plate - Planetary

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2023 · 9100226

    Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2023 · 9100226

    Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Other Jeep Grand Cherokee years

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Selling a 2008 Grand Cherokee: questions

How much is a 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2008 Grand Cherokee that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2008 Grand Cherokees that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2008 Grand Cherokee with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2008 Grand Cherokee?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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