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2018 Jeep Cherokee · Radiator replacement

2018 Jeep Cherokee radiator replacement cost

Estimated cost for your car

$520 to $1,150

Charlotte, NC area

Updated Aug 2026

Which engine? They price differently, so pick yours for a closer number.

Radiator (part)

$150 to $600

Labor (2 to 4 hrs)

$250 to $600

Coolant + bleed

$25 to $60

What actually goes wrong on this exact vehicle

Federal safety data for the 2018 Jeep Cherokee, so you know what to check before you pay for a radiator.

7

open + past recalls

681

owner complaints filed

Power Train

the #1 reported issue

Cooling-system recall · NHTSA 17V670000

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Cherokee and Compass vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. The engines may have a cracked oil pump housing that can result in oil pump failure. If the oil pump fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the oil pump, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 5, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T65.

Real owner report, verbatim from NHTSA:

The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V011000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The “Check 4WD” warning light was illuminated, and the Auto START/STOP system failed to restart the vehicle. The contact would disengage the parking brake, place the vehicle in park, and restart the vehicle to continue driving. The failure was intermittent. The contact stated that water was leaking into the cabin from the sunroof, causing a shortage in the electrical system. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who had repaired the electrical system, including systems with the starter. The dealer confirmed that parts for the repair of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V011000 (Power Train) were unavailable. The contact was able to start the vehicle; however, the Auto START/STOP system needed to be disengaged to drive the vehicle. Additional repairs were made; however, the contact was unable to confirm what the additional repairs were. Some repairs were performed by another dealer, Jacksonville Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Arlington (9600 Atlantic Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32225). The contact stated that there was a rattling noise coming from the front end, and the vehicle would surge forward and take an extensive amount of time to come to a complete stop. The failures were intermittent. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who repaired the front suspension, ball joints, and steering knuckle on both sides of the vehicle. The mechanic advised the contact to return the vehicle if an oil leak occurred. The contact stated that approximately a month after the repairs were performed, there was liquid on the ground underneath where the engine compartment and the vehicle were taken to a certified mechanic, who had diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the engine filter housing and filter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.

Worth knowing: overheating is often the thermostat, water pump, or a hose, not the radiator itself. Confirm the source before you approve a radiator job.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), recalls and complaints for the 2018 Jeep Cherokee. Refreshed periodically.

Real local prices, unlocking soon

We publish what drivers actually paid once five verified Cherokee cooling jobs have closed in your metro. Until then, the estimate above is your best guide.

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Not sure it’s the radiator?

Overheating on this vehicle is often the thermostat or water pump. Describe what it’s doing and we’ll narrow it down.

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How your cooling system works

The radiator is one piece of a loop. Knowing where it sits and what it works with is how you tell a real diagnosis from an upsell.

Enginemakes the heatRadiatorFanhot coolant outThermostatcooled coolant backWater pump
Coolant carries engine heat to the radiator, the fan pulls air through it to shed that heat, and the water pump pushes the cooled coolant back. A leak, a stuck thermostat, or a dead pump all look like “overheating” from the driver’s seat.

Found a puddle? What the color tells you

Bright green

Classic coolant leak. Find the source before it overheats.

Orange / pink

What most modern vehicles use (OAT). Same urgency as green.

Rusty brown

Old, corroded coolant. Overdue for a flush.

Milky / oily

Coolant mixing with oil. Can mean a head gasket. Serious.

What goes into a radiator replacement

The bill splits into three pieces: the radiator itself, the labor to swap it, and one to two gallons of fresh coolant with a fill-and-bleed to clear air pockets. On most vehicles the radiator sits behind the bumper cover, grille, condenser, and fans, so a tech spends two to four hours getting it out and back in. That access time, not the part price, is usually why two quotes for the same job look so different.

The 2018 Jeep Cherokee shipped more than one engine, and the larger one runs a little higher on both parts and access, which is why the estimate moves when you pick your engine above. National-average sites flatten that into a single number. Ask your shop to confirm the exact part for your engine before the work starts.

Estimate note: the per-engine figures are a close approximation from the make and job, refined as real local quotes come in. Treat them as a ballpark, not a guaranteed quote. The only exact number is one from a shop that has seen your car.

Frequently asked questions

  • How much does a 2018 Jeep Cherokee radiator replacement cost?
    A 2018 Jeep Cherokee radiator replacement typically runs $520 to $1,300 at an independent shop, parts and labor included. The spread comes mostly from engine and access: the part is $150 to $600, labor is two to four hours, and fresh coolant with a bleed adds $25 to $60.
  • Why does the price change with the engine?
    The 2018 Jeep Cherokee came with more than one engine, and the larger one usually means more coolant, tighter access, and a pricier radiator, so the job costs a little more. Sites that show one national number ignore this. Pick your engine on the estimate above for a closer figure.
  • Is it always the radiator when my Jeep overheats?
    No. Overheating on this vehicle is often the thermostat, water pump, a hose, or a coolant leak rather than the radiator itself. Confirm the source with a real diagnosis before you approve a radiator job, so you are not paying to replace a part that was fine.
  • Are there recalls on the 2018 Jeep Cherokee?
    Yes, NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 2018 Jeep Cherokee. Recall repairs are done free of charge at a franchised dealer for that brand, so it is worth checking your VIN before paying a shop for related work.

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