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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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1J4GW58N04C••••••2004 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE
This build draws 2.8× more complaints than the average 2004 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE build (16 vs 6).
16on this build
1068on the model
185builds in total
1involved a crash
1injuries
Most reportedService Brakes 6Hydraulic 6Visibility 5Vehicle Speed Control 2
What owners of this build wrote
Vehicle Speed ControlcrashDec 2004
After starting the vehicle, it accelerated without warning hitting a wall. The vehicle was towed. The cause was not determined please provide more information. Spontaneous acceleration coming off a car wash line. When the car wash attendant turned on the ignition the vehicle too…
Power TrainFeb 2018
Transmission coolant line is leaking it's been worked on several times. The motor has air in the coolant system after replacement of radiator. The power steering line was replaced. The back wiper motor does not work. Something inew the dash makes a moving sound after the engine…
Air BagsApr 2016
The contact owns a 2004 jeep grand cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15V673000 (air bags). However, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.…
VisibilityMar 2009
In cold weather,while using the windshield defroster,the hot air needed to keep frost off windshield suddenly changes to cold air on its own. This is very aggravating, and poses a great danger in not keeping the windshield clear. This happens very frequently. The dealership can…
Service BrakesAug 2006
The contact stated while applying brake pressure at any speed, the brakes pulsated and there was an increased stopping distance. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined the brake rotors were warped. The rotors were replaced but the pulsation returned. The vehicle…
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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 1J4GW58N04C200286 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.