I have a 2015 jgc altitude and had this same issue and discovered like many already mentioned the rails on top are different and not functional.
Roof rack for 2017 jeep grand cherokee altitude.
150lbs t slot design allows to work with any roof accessories like cargo basket carrier snowboard bike rack luggage box kayak mount etc.
Brightlines crossbars roof rack for 2011 2020 jeep grand cherokee altitude srt fits.
I recently bought a 2019 jeep grand cherokee altitude and needed to add racks for my surfboards and ski rack.
The complete list of compatible roof racks for your 2017 jeep grand cherokee.
With special molded pads and custom fit clamps tailored to fit your vehicles door jamb curves the vortex 2500 roof rack is secure.
Suitable for jeep grand cherokee 2011 2016 does not fit srt and altitude models only fit for limited and overland models.
Roof rack dimension approx 45 8 x 2 9inch l x w.
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Mostplus roof rack cross bar luggage rack compatible for jeep grand cherokee with side rails 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 not fit srt altitude.
Mostplus roof rack cross bar luggage rack compatible for jeep grand cherokee with side rails 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 not fit srt altitude.
However given the reviews here i gave them a try.
Mostplus roof rack cross bar luggage rack compatible for jeep grand cherokee with side rails 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 not fit srt altitude.
Jeep grand cherokee flush siderails 2017 vortex 2500 roof rack system by rhino rack.
I ended up going with these thule removable roof rack cross rails to mount my ski rack on for the winter then i take all of it off come spring.