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1J8GR48K59C••••••2009 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE
This build draws 2.3× more complaints than the average 2009 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE build (5 vs 2).
5on this build
118on the model
54builds in total
Most reportedElectrical System 2Wheels 1Equipment 1Air Bags 1
What owners of this build wrote
Air BagsFeb 2020
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2009 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that the air bags warning light was constantly illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed nor repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 13V176000 (air bags) as a possible…
Electrical SystemSep 2019
Took our jeep to the dealership after the key fob kept getting stuck in the ignition and wouldn't release. They said it was the win module that needs to be replaced and the key would have to be reprogrammed for that win module! Well, since then, we've noticed that when we are…
WheelsJul 2013
The contact owns a 2009 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated while driving 65 mph, the rear passenger side tire deflated. The vehicle was driven onto the emergency lane and the contact noticed that the valve stem retracted inside the rim. The vehicle was inspected by a towing…
EquipmentOct 2012
The contact owns a 2009 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that the key was not working properly and it failed to open the door. The contact stated that the plastic had begun to decay. The contact stated that due to the failure two keys had to be replaced. The failure…
Electrical SystemOct 2014
The contact owns a 2009 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated while driving at various speeds the vehicle stalled. The vehicle also failed to start on several occasions. The electronic throttle warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to chrysler jeep dodge ram (1020…
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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 1J8GR48K59C551739 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.