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1C4RJEAG1CC••••••2012 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE
This build draws 1.8× more complaints than the average 2012 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE build (16 vs 9).
16on this build
1561on the model
174builds in total
2involved a fire
Most reportedElectrical System 9Engine 2Service Brakes 2Power Train 2
What owners of this build wrote
Electrical SystemfireAug 2017
The contact's wife owns a 2012 jeep grand cherokee. While the contact's wife was driving, the battery indicator illuminated. Suddenly, the contact noticed smoke under the hood. Upon further inspection, the contact noticed smoke coming from the battery and then it burst into…
Unknown Or OtherApr 2026
Check Engine light came on & Auto shop says when they checked under dash, computer says “Emissions” problem. They have to do a “smoke test” to see where there is a leak!!!
Power TrainJun 2018
The contact owns a 2012 jeep grand cherokee. While driving 50 mph, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle decelerated without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer (liechty dodge, 5080 academy ln, bessemer, al 35022, (205) 432-7995) for a recall repair…
EngineSep 2015
The contact owns a 2012 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at 40 mph, the engine stalled. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15V115000 (electrical system).…
Service BrakesJun 2014
Attempted to complete brake booster recall (p14/NHTSA 14V-154) at helfman dodge/jeep in houston on 6/30/14. The dealer will not accept appointments for recalls so the work is only performed first come, first served. Helfman is unable to approximate when they will even be able to…
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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 1C4RJEAG1CC206413 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.