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1J4RR4GG1BC••••••2012 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE
This build draws 4.2× more complaints than the average 2012 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE build (38 vs 9).
38on this build
1567on the model
174builds in total
1involved a crash
1involved a fire
Most reportedElectrical System 22Service Brakes 8Fuel/propulsion System 6Engine 4
What owners of this build wrote
Service BrakescrashApr 2017
The contact owns a 2011 jeep grand cherokee. While the driver attempted to reverse the vehicle, the brakes did not hold and the vehicle crashed into a light pole. There were no warning indicators illuminated. There were no injuries and a police report was filed. The vehicle was…
Electrical SystemfireDec 2014
The contact owns a 2011 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 mph, the vehicle decreased in speed and the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was not able to restart. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, who installed a new fuel…
Fuel/propulsion SystemNov 2019
My vehicle has had a service recall since 11/2019 with no remedy available yet as of 06/07/2020. The issue can leave a driver stranded or cause a crash and yet 6 months have passed with zero resolution. This is unacceptable
Power TrainSep 2019
The contact owns a 2011 jeep grand cherokee. The contact received a recall notification in the mail for NHTSA campaign number: 19V813000 (electrical system). The contact had not spoken with a local dealer or the manufacturer regarding the recall. The contact stated that her…
Unknown Or OtherNov 2014
Car stalled without waring, engine light didnot come on. Im lucky no one hit me on the highway!!! Recall p54 ive been told no parts are available to fix
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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 1J4RR4GG1BC550472 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.