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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1J4GZ78Y8VC669981 · Checked Aug 18, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 16

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1J4GZ78Y8VC•••••• 1997 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE

This build draws 3.8× more complaints than the average 1997 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE build (16 vs 4).

16on this build
786on the model
189builds in total
3involved a crash
Most reported Power Train 6 Suspension 3 Fuel System 2 Equipment 2

What owners of this build wrote

Power Train crash Feb 2001
The truck is now down, the transmission is not functioning at all, all gears act as if in drive
Fuel System Nov 2002
The gas gauge occasionally dropped to empty and the buzzer would sound, consumer took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed there was a recall, however vehicle was not included due to the VIN. Ts
Suspension Aug 2001
Noticed rattle in front somewhere. Took jeep to dealer at 54,358 miles. They stated that sway bar links needed to be replaced, however, not a safety issue. Later, was on a trip and nearly lost control of vehicle while driving on rough road. Entire front end started to bounce up…
Structure Jul 1999
Consumer states that while driving the hood popped open, causing poor visibilty, almost causing an accident. Dealer contacted. Mr
Seat Belts Dec 1997
Set belt malfunctions. Yh
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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 1J4GZ78Y8VC669981 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.