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2021 Jeep Grand CherokeeProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 683 owners and 12 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·NHTSA complaints through October 28, 2026

Complaints
683
Crashes
36
Fires
11
Recalls
12
TSBs
1,326
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Preliminary Verdict

Red Flag

Based on 683 complaints, 36 crashes, 11 fires, and 12 recalls. Complaint rate is 2.8x the class average.

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Top reported problems

1

uconnect not functional

3 complaints • Severity 5.3/10

$X,XXX
2

will not start when below freezing

2 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
3

windshield cracked from inside

2 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
4

ac will randomly blast on

1 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
5

rotors warped

1 complaints • Severity 4/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the ElectricalHIGH

112 owners reported electrical issues — failures commonly reported around 19K miles.

!Inspect the SteeringMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

56
0–30K
23
30–60K
8
60–90K
2
90–120K
1
120–150K
1
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (56 reports) • Median: 19K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Electrical (112 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

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Buyer Lot Checklist

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Buy / Skip Verdict

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Where the complaints fall

Electrical112 (16%)
Steering102 (15%)
Engine62 (9%)
Drivetrain59 (9%)
Other56 (8%)
Lights41 (6%)
Fuel System41 (6%)
Brakes31 (5%)

2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 16% of all reports filed for the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee, with 112 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 19,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 19K-mile mark.

Steering Issues

Steering complaints account for 15% of all reports filed for the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee, with 102 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to steering-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 9% of all reports filed for the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee, with 62 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 9% of all reports filed for the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee, with 59 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

4
20
87
21
186
22
123
23
134
24
89
25
60
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Recent trend: decreasing.

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Recall History (12 recalls)

21V729000Dec 2021

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

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 number 111, "Rear Visibility."

21V797000Oct 2021

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 lighting switch is first changed to the 'on" position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

21V873000Dec 2021

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.

21V950000Dec 2021

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 with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

22V180000Apr 2022

SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

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 comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."

+ 7 more recalls in the full report

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

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2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

Frontal crash

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

Side crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Rollover

★★★★★

3 of 5 stars

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

The worst model year for the Jeep Grand Cherokee is the 2011 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is electrical.

2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. Class Average (Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD)

This vehicle

683

Class avg

242

2.8x the class average — significantly more complaints than typical standard sport utility vehicle 2wd vehicles.

Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 683 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 12 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated . NHTSA complaints received through October 28, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

Other Jeep Grand Cherokee Model Years

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2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee is related to the electrical, with 112 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee reliable?
The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 683 complaints, 36 crash reports, and 11 fire reports filed with NHTSA. This is 2.8x the class average — higher than typical for its segment.
How safe is the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
NHTSA rates the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars in frontal crash tests, 5 stars in side crash tests, 3 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee have any recalls?
Yes, the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 12 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Jeep Grand Cherokee problems start?
Based on 91 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 19,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 30, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 28, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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