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1C4PJMCB2GW••••••2016 Jeep CHEROKEE
This build draws 3.1× more complaints than the average 2016 Jeep CHEROKEE build (23 vs 7).
23on this build
1357on the model
183builds in total
2involved a fire
Most reportedPower Train 12Engine 7Vehicle Speed Control 2Electrical System 2
What owners of this build wrote
Power TrainfireJan 2025
While driving vehicle on highway heard a loud noise and grinding sound and PTU exploded and *was not able to maneuver vehicle properly. *Fluid that was leaking out . Caused fire . Once car turned off this stopped flames .This could have been a very dangerous situation if it had…
Unknown Or OtherNov 2024
2 weeks ago, I was driving my jeep and stopped for a train. The jeep suddenly cut off. I put it in park and it started right up. After the train passed, I drove approximately 200 feet to the next stop sign and it cut off again. It restarted, but I haven't driven it for any…
StructureJul 2022
The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that upon entering her vehicle, there was an abnormal mildew odor inside the vehicle. The contact stated that while cleaning her vehicle she noticed mold on the front and rear passenger’s side carpet. The vehicle was…
EngineJan 2021
Eight times now my 2016 jeep cherokee will just quit. Dealership keeps making me check my oil myself. I am 3000 miles before a scheduled oil change and the vehicle has just stopped running while driving 50 mph again. This is very dangerous . I live in a rural area where the…
SeatsMay 2016
The driver and passenger headrests are angled too far forward and cause discomfort while driving
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1C4PJMCB2GW108983 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.