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1C4RJEAG9DC••••••2013 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE
This build draws 2.0× more complaints than the average 2013 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE build (10 vs 5).
10on this build
749on the model
149builds in total
1involved a fire
2injuries
Most reportedService Brakes 2Electrical System 2Engine 2Fuel/propulsion System 2
What owners of this build wrote
Electrical SystemfireJan 2020
The contact owns a 2013 jeep grand cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19V813000 (electrical system) however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount time for the…
SeatsAug 2023
On the way home from work the Active Head Restraint deployed without there being a rear end collison. The head restraint on driver's side hit my wife in the back of the head and sounded like a loud and startling gunshot-like sound. Since I was on the highway if I had not kept…
EngineAug 2022
During repair of thermostat, I was told my oil filter housing was cracked and leaking oil. The mechanic said this was a common problem with the V6 engine in Jeeps because the housing is made of plastic and sits on top of the engine where heat breaks down the plastic. Upon…
Fuel/propulsion SystemNov 2020
Safety recall was issued for this on november 14, 2019. There is still no remedy. Not sure what the timeframe on recalls is, but I'd say my safety has been at risk long enough. My vehicle often sputters and shakes violently while accelerating, especially when trying to achieve…
Power TrainJul 2018
The vehicle continues to die within seconds when the start engine button is initially pushed. Frequently have to to push engine start button again w/o pressing brake to turn power completely off, then push engine start button again w/brake to obtain full power of vehicle. This…
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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 1C4RJEAG9DC596047 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.