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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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1C4PJMDXXJD••••••2018 Jeep CHEROKEE
That is about average for the 2018 Jeep CHEROKEE — 4 complaints per build across 158 builds.
6on this build
668on the model
158builds in total
Most reportedPower Train 3Service Brakes 2Wheels 1Electrical System 1
What owners of this build wrote
Electrical SystemMay 2026
While i was driving my vehicle put the parking brake on and then i was unable to get it deactivated at first, after a few seconds i got it and moved forward in traffic. After a few feet the vehicle put the parking brake on and i was unable to move once again. This was in the…
Service BrakesJan 2026
Less than 57,000 miles on vehicle. January 3, 2026. Parking brake engaged and froze. Interrupted driving. Got vehicle home. "Service Brake" came on. Attempted all recommended actions to disengage Parking Brake. Parking Brake continued engagement and the Vehicle cannot be driven
Power TrainDec 2025
My PTU has failed and my safety is at risk as my car could at any point loose power causing harm to me and others involved. This appears to be a manufacturing defect identical to those listed under the recall. I am requesting immediate inclusion and repair under the recall…
WheelsDec 2018
Rear brakes were vibrating upon firm braking pressure at speed of 55-60. Dealer replaced rear rotors upon verifying vibration. "new rear rotors" had same vibrations and are now rusting at areas other then brake surfaces. Please see photos
Power TrainMay 2025
While driving, my "service 4WD" light came on, on my dashboard. I took the car to the Jeep dealership where it was purchased and always serviced. They ran a diagnostic check, and it showed I need a new PTU unit. This was on May 13th, 2025. I was told I could drive it home, but…
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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 1C4PJMDXXJD533106 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.