Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee
NHTSA data on file today
The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 12 NHTSA recall campaigns and 411 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars, averaged across 2 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #24V436000 Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V132000 Loss of Control from Steering Knuckle Separation NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V577000 Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V413000 Incorrectly Installed Rear Coil Springs NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V352000 Steering Column Incorrectly Assembled NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V544000 Damaged Tail Light Side Marker Assembly/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V284000 Stuck EGR Valve May Cause Loss of Drive Power NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V180000 Tether Weld Missing From Seat Back Frame/FMVSS 225 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V950000 Inoperable Headlights/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V873000 Disabled Air Bags NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V797000 Difficulty Activating High Beams/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V729000 Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 115 complaints
- Steering 102 complaints
- Engine 61 complaints
- Power Train 60 complaints
- Unknown or Other 56 complaints
- Exterior Lighting 42 complaints
Of the 411 complaints on file, 20 report a crash and 8 a fire; across all 411 complaints, owners report 13 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $16,000–$24,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee faces multiple safety recalls and significant owner complaints, particularly regarding its electrical and steering systems. These contribute to a higher risk of costs and repairs. Common issues include steering failures and engine reliability concerns, suggesting a less stable ownership experience.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 30,000–60,000 miles | $300–$800 | very common |
| Steering system | 40,000–70,000 miles | No reliable estimate | common |
| Engine reliability | 50,000–80,000 miles | No reliable estimate | common |
| Exhaust system | 30,000–60,000 miles | No reliable estimate | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change
- Tire rotation and alignment
- Brake pad inspections
- Coolant system flush
- Transmission fluid service
- Battery replacement
- Spark plug replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual steering noises
- Battery charge issues
- Rough engine idling
- Braking performance variability
- Exhaust odor detection
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.