Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026
High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Electrical System — runs 2.6× the fleet median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
396Complaints
12Recalls
20Crashes
8Fires
13Injured
0Deaths
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Electrical System (27.8% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.
Electrical System complaints here are 2.6× the median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Percentages are the share of the 396 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
Difficulty activating the headlight high beams may result in reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Exterior Lighting:lighting Control Module:software
Inoperable headlights can reduce visibility for the driver and oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Air Bags: Air Bag/restraint Control Module:software
A missing weld may allow the child seat tether to separate from the seat frame during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control:gas Recirculation Valve (EGR Valve)
A tail light side marker that does not illuminate can reduce vehicle visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
A rearview image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility of the rear view, increasing the risk of injury or crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: YES
Park itPark outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“Driving on a highway when I got multiole error messages on my dash informing me that my power steering was unavailable, blind spot was unavailable…”NHTSA complaint 11452009 — filed 02/15/2022 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, the "power steering unavailable, service required," appeared on…”NHTSA complaint 11449693 — filed 02/01/2022 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“I purchased this car on 1/12/2022. It immediately began to have issues, first a coolant leak and then a check engine light. I have been…”NHTSA complaint 11449551 — filed 01/31/2022 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Electrical system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 110 of 396 NHTSA complaints (27.8%), followed by steering (102), engine (60), unspecified/other issues (55). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
396 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 20 involved a crash, 8 involved a fire, and 13 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Does the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee have any recalls?
Yes — 12 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 21V797000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee's reported problems?
Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.
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