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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1J4FJ68S4RL201664 · Checked Aug 19, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 6

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1J4FJ68S4RL•••••• 1994 Jeep CHEROKEE

This build draws 3.4× more complaints than the average 1994 Jeep CHEROKEE build (6 vs 2).

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349on the model
195builds in total
Most reported Structure 4 Seats 1 Seat Belts 1

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Seat Belts Apr 2001
Drivers buckle assembly, female component, will not lock and engage seat belt. When consumer attempts to lock assembly into place, male component slips out
Seats Jan 2000
Rear seat is bent in a "v" shaped position which could possibly cause the rear seatback to break which could result in injuries to rear occupants. *ak
Structure Dec 1997
Left front door hinge broke at weld
Structure Apr 1997
Getting in or out of vehicle on driver's/passenger's sides, noticed that doors would be loose; doors finally came off, hanging by hinge where welded to frame. Took to dealer & told wouldn't fix it unless owner pays half
Structure Nov 1995
Pe95-047 active, welds around the upper door frame, can not seal, causing a leak into vehicle. Tt
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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 1J4FJ68S4RL201664 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.