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1C4RJFAG1MC••••••2021 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE
This build draws 2.1× more complaints than the average 2021 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE build (7 vs 3).
7on this build
394on the model
118builds in total
Most reportedElectrical System 4Engine 1Steering 1Vehicle Speed Control 1
What owners of this build wrote
Electrical SystemNov 2025
Constant problems with starter engaging and not starting vehicle. This form only gave me one option for date; This has happened multiple times. This is a defective part, I went to Dick Scott dealership, tech wrote to check car and did not note defective starter; Wanted me to pay…
Exterior LightingFeb 2025
The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the low beam headlights were inoperable. The contact attempted to set the headlight knob from automatic to manual however, the low beam headlights failed to function as needed. The contact stated that the high…
Service BrakesAug 2024
For my 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee, the Antilock braking system, Hydraulic control unit has failed. It is currently being repaired by the dealership, and I will request the old part so that it is available for inspection. The failure of the ABS control unit, disabled the electronic…
SteeringAug 2023
While driving 70mph on highway, all lights on dash illuminated, lane assist malfunctioned, wipers went on, blinkers stopped working, vehicle lost speed quickly. Was able to move it off the road, but stopped running before being completely on shoulder. Vehicle would not turn on…
EngineOct 2022
The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle intermittently hesitated and stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that an unstated software needed to be updated. No warning lights…
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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 1C4RJFAG1MC689814 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.