2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited — 3.6L 6 Cyl, 4x4, Automatic. Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV].
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VIN 1C4RJFBGXMC831687 identifies a sport utility vehicle — the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited. This specific unit was assembled at the DETROIT, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA) facility, one of Jeep's North American production plants. It is equipped with 4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4 and a 3.6L 6 Cyl engine producing 295 hp.
This vehicle carries an unusually high 12 open NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include exterior lighting:headlights, exterior lighting:lighting control module:software, visibility:rearview mirrors/devices. All recalls must be repaired by a Jeep dealer at no charge to the owner. Contact a dealer with this VIN before finalizing any purchase. Verify current recall status at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
The EPA rates this vehicle at 22 MPG combined (19 city / 27 highway), which represents moderate fuel economy. Annual fuel cost is estimated at $2800 at national average gas prices. It scores 4/10 on the EPA greenhouse gas scale, emitting 400 g CO₂/mile.
Based on vehicle class, trim, and U.S. market data, this 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited falls in an estimated used-market range of $22,300–$29,500. The high recall count may suppress resale value — factor this into price negotiation. Verify actual market value with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds using specific mileage and condition.
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- Type: MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
- Body: Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
- Plant: DETROIT, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
NHTSA Recalls
12 Open Recalls- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep...
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep...
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep...
Owner Complaints
398 filed with NHTSA- I was driving back from the airport and as...
- While driving, the vehicle experienced a sudden, unexpected engine...
Fuel Economy
22 MPG Combined- City: 19 MPG
- Hwy: 27 MPG
- Combined: 22 MPG
- Fuel: Gasoline
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles not equipped with automatic high beams. When the master lighting switch is set to the auto position, the high beam headlights will not activate unless the master...
Risk: Difficulty activating the headlight high beams may result in reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service...
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles equipped with smart lighting modules (SLM). An incomplete SLM software update may cause one or both headlights to become inoperable. As such, these vehicles fail to comply...
Risk: Inoperable headlights can reduce visibility for the driver and oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the SLM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer...
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. A radio software error may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard...
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: FCA US LLC will update the radio software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 28, 2021. Owners may contact FCA...
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Jeep Wagoneer, and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may have incorrect software which can disable the driver, passenger, and knee air bags without warning.
Risk: Disabled air bags can increase the risk of injury to occupants in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the ORC, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 2, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service...
CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE TETHER ANCHOR
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with a missing weld from the seat back frame to the child seat tether anchorage. As such, these vehicles fail to...
Risk: A missing weld may allow the child seat tether to separate from the seat frame during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the second-row seat back frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2022. Owners...
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee WK, 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles equipped with 3.6L engines. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may stick open, resulting in...
Risk: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the EGR valve assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC...
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The tail light side marker assemblies may be damaged and not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements...
Risk: A tail light side marker that does not illuminate can reduce vehicle visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace both body-mounted tail light assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 8, 2023. Owners...
STEERING:COLUMN
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. An incorrectly assembled steering column intermediate shaft may disconnect from the u-joint, and result in a loss of steering control.
Risk: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the intermediate shaft and assembly parts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2023....
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I was driving back from the airport and as...
I was driving back from the airport and as it began to get dark, it became apparent I had no headlights. I somehow managed to drive the last...
While driving, the vehicle experienced a sudden, unexpected engine...
While driving, the vehicle experienced a sudden, unexpected engine stall and complete loss of propulsion due to a premature failure of the in-tank electric fuel pump. This failure...
I had stopped at a red light and the...
I had stopped at a red light and the auto start/stop turned off the car. It would not restart. The fault caused it to stay in Park and...
I’ve had to replace a total of two times...
I’ve had to replace a total of two times my transmission, including the heater cooler, condenser antifreeze, coolant equipment The radiator tire rods. I have a document multiple...
Every time I hit a bumb or hole. The...
Every time I hit a bumb or hole. The back end slides around. I’ve almost wrecked 100 times. And my tires wear down on tge back. Pleaee do...
-Thermostat -car died in traffic -not that I know...
-Thermostat -car died in traffic -not that I know of -it was diagnosed by the dealer -no warning lights or lamps -not that I’m aware if
To Whom It May Concern: I am writing to...
To Whom It May Concern: I am writing to formally notify you of a serious and dangerous safety defect involving the vehicle I purchased from Carvana on February...
The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The...
The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal and attempting to...
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Jeep off-road capability is unmatched but reliability ranks below average. Electrical issues are a common theme in surveys.
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