2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 71 |
| 2022 | 64 |
| 2023 | 67 |
| 2024 | 34 |
| 2025 | 29 |
| 2026 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
35% of complaints: electrical system — 25 distinct reports on file.
18% of complaints: steering — 13 distinct reports on file.
17% of complaints: power train — 12 distinct reports on file.
15% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 11 distinct reports on file.
CRASH11% of complaints: engine — 8 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. An improperly secured connector for the front seat side air bags (SAB) may prevent the air bags from deploying.
Remedy: Dealers secured the connector, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been remedied. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2024. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is B3B.
Campaign 24V897000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The center stack upper display (DCSD) contains a transistor that may overheat and prevent the rearview camera image from displaying.
Remedy: Dealers replaced the DCSD, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been repaired. Owner notification letters were mailed February 27, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 11C.
Campaign 25V083000 — check if this car was fixed
Recall 23V-413 Post Remedy Failures
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L and 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The rear coil springs may be incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the rear coil spring assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed February 12, 2026.
Campaign 26V051000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (25 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 24V897000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V083000 (back over prevention, equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V051000 (suspension) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.