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1C4PJMCS7GW••••••2016 Jeep CHEROKEE
This build draws 3.5× more complaints than the average 2016 Jeep CHEROKEE build (26 vs 7).
26on this build
1357on the model
183builds in total
Most reportedPower Train 19Engine 3Wheels 2Fuel/propulsion System 2
What owners of this build wrote
WheelsMay 2026
My jeep Cherokee isn’t catching gears when I drive it also has the svc 4wd light on
Power TrainMay 2026
Within two years of owning this jeep, the rear differential has failed, the battery has failed twice, they didn’t include the extra battery in this jeep that EVERY other model has so it needs a new battery every two years like clockwork to keep the power systems running…
EngineNov 2024
The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle suddenly began to decelerate. The transmission service and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that as she was making her…
Fuel/propulsion SystemNov 2019
While driving on highway or locally I have been experiencing when accelerating and it feels like the fuel pump/fuel injection is not running correctly. The problem starts at 20mp / 40 mph and at time at 60mph. I have brough it back to allen mello in nashua where I had bought the…
Unknown Or OtherAug 2019
The car was stopped for a light and completely died, the hazards wouldn't even turn on. The shifter and steering wheel were locked. It would not re-start. We had to call a flat bed tow truck who couldn't even get the wheels to move, he had to use dish soap so the wheels would…
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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 1C4PJMCS7GW133488 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.