CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 410 complaints with NHTSA, including 20 crashes, 8 fires, 13 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (115 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 5 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls
Rearview Camera Image May Not Display, Raising Crash Risk
Some vehicles may have radio software that can prevent the rearview camera image from appearing on the display.
Front Wheel Can Separate, Causing Loss of Control
The upper control arm ball joint and steering knuckle on certain Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles may separate.
Rearview Camera May Not Display in Reverse, Raising Crash Risk
The Central Vision Park Assist module software in certain Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Wagoneer vehicles may prevent the rearview camera image from appearing when the vehicle is shifted into reverse.
Rear Coil Springs Can Detach While Driving
Certain Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles may have had their rear coil springs installed incorrectly.
Steering Shaft May Disconnect, Causing Loss of Steering
Some Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles may have an incorrectly assembled steering column intermediate shaft.
Tail light side markers may not light, reducing visibility
Certain Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles may have damaged tail light side marker assemblies that do not illuminate.
EGR Valve May Stick Open, Causing Sudden Power Loss
The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve in certain vehicles with 3.6L engines may stick open.
Child Seat Tether May Detach in a Crash
A weld that attaches the second-row seat back frame to the child seat tether anchorage may be missing on some vehicles.
Headlights May Fail, Reducing Nighttime Visibility
Certain vehicles have smart lighting modules that received an incomplete software update.
Software glitch can switch off front airbags without warning
The airbag control module in these vehicles may contain incorrect software.
High Beams May Not Activate in Auto Mode, Reducing Visibility
On certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles without automatic high beams, the high beam headlights will not turn on when the master lighting switch is set to Auto.
Rearview camera may not display image, raising crash risk
A software error in the radio can prevent the rearview camera image from appearing on the screen.
Most common 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems
Problem areas named in the 410 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 115 |
| Steering | 102 |
| Engine | 61 |
| Power Train | 59 |
| Unknown Or Other | 56 |
| Exterior Lighting | 42 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 40 |
| Lane Departure | 36 |
| Suspension | 30 |
| Service Brakes | 29 |
What owners report
Oil Filter Housing/Oil Cooler Failure Causing Oil and Coolant Contamination, Serpentine Belt Failure, and Engine Overheating My 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo E, equipped with the 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine, has developed a significant oil leak originating from the oil filter housing/oil cooler assembly. A mechanic has identified this assembly as the source of the oil leak and confirmed that its failure is allowing engine oil to mix with the coolant. In addition to internal oil and coolant contamination, engine oil is leaking externally onto surrounding engine components, potentially including the serpentine belt and pulley system. The vehicle recently experienced a complete serpentine bel
Suspected Right-Rear Brake Caliper Failure Resulting in Sudden Vehicle Stop Vehicle: 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4x4 Incident date: [XXX] Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Approximate mileage: 64,000 miles Affected component: Right-rear brake caliper assembly On [XXX], while traveling approximately 5 mph, my 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee experienced a sudden, violent mechanical jolt. The vehicle abruptly stopped, jerking forward and backward with substantial force. When I attempted to accelerate again, the vehicle felt physically restrained, as though something was preventing the wheel from rotating. The vehicle would not drive forward normally, and the AutoPark system engaged under certain con
I was driving 65 MPH on a highway in high traffic and the Fuel propulsion system failed without any lights or warning. It just stop responding to accerlation. It was extremely dangerous and CDOT had to come rescue us. We are lucky we were not hurt or killed. The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee is only 5 years old and has 46,000 miles on it. The fuel pump needs a complete replacement. It is months out of warranty but still there should be 50,000-100,000 miles left on this part.
Vehicle: 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland, 3.6L V6 Incident Date: [XXX] Location: [XXX] Safety Complaint: On [XXX], while driving my 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland on [XXX], the vehicle suddenly lost accelerator response while traveling on the highway. The engine initially remained running, but pressing the accelerator pedal produced no response. Multiple warning indicators illuminated simultaneously, including the electronic throttle control, ABS, traction control, airbag, and four-wheel-drive systems. The vehicle also exhibited unusual electrical behavior, including unexpected activation of the high-beam headlights. The vehicle subsequently became completely inoperable and would no
The driverâs seatbelt sensor constantly goes off as not detecting that the seatbelt is buckled, while driving; this causes the alarm to continuously beep and also disables the airbag. Aside from the seatbelt issue, there is a standalone airbag issue that has been detected by the carâs health report multiple times. The drive shaft is also defective, causing the car to shake when the car hits 73 mph. The auto stop/start also disables on its own. I have taken it to the dealership to get all of this fixed but all issues have persisted. There are active recalls on these issues for other 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokees but they are not attached to my vehicle even though my vehicle has the same recal
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (16.9% rollover risk) |
| 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV 2WD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 3 (20.4% rollover risk) |
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee questions
Does the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee: Rearview Camera Image May Not Display, Raising Crash Risk; Front Wheel Can Separate, Causing Loss of Control; Rearview Camera May Not Display in Reverse, Raising Crash Risk; Rear Coil Springs Can Detach While Driving; Steering Shaft May Disconnect, Causing Loss of Steering. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Based on 410 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (115), Steering (102), Engine (61).
How safe is the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee up to 5 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.