2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Limited
1C4RJKBG5M8103979
Vehicle history report for the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Limited (VIN 1C4RJKBG5M8103979). Red, sport utility vehicle (suv)/multi-purpose vehicle (mpv), 3.6L 6-cyl 295 hp, gasoline. Registered in Nc. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Vehicle identity & specifications
What's a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L worth?
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2021 JEEP Grand Cherokee L.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 71 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
💥 1 involved a crash
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 71
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L.
STEERING,SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
While my wife was driving our 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee on [XXX] northbound in NY on the way with our children to school, she experienced a loss of steering as the wheel became almost impossible to turn. At the same time, the power steering light came on. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
NHTSA ODI #11746605SEATS
The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front passenger's seat lumbar system independently inflated and failed to deflate as intended. The contact stated that the excessive inflation caused the seat back pocket to fracture. Additionally, the contact stated that the failure was a safety…
NHTSA ODI #11745614SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
This is the second time I got into an accident and the (ADAS) made me crash.. I was far enough to brake safely but the system keeps me going forward..it drags me as if there is ice on the ground..if it was off my car would not have been in any of these accidents..this feature is not safe..I feel like my life is in danger when it is on
Crash · NHTSA ODI #11743798ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
THE PASSENGER DOOR DOES NOT ALERT WHEN OPENING OR CLOSE . THE TBM MODULE DOES NOT UPDATE CAUSING A FEE OF $198.95
NHTSA ODI #11739246UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Multiple switches that make the windows go up and down in the car all broke around the same time. The switches are inoperable meaning the doors cannot be locked or unlocked and the windows cannot be rolled up or down in for multiple windows.
NHTSA ODI #11737940ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
My AC compressor and condenser have stopped working without any reason. The air conditioner does not work at all, it does not make the air cold and the heat in [XXX] is lethal. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
NHTSA ODI #11737943FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
When a car in front of me is slowing down while the adaptive crusie control is on and I have the distance set to 3 or 4 lengths, the farthest one available, and the adaptive cruise control is set, the car will start slwoing down like the cars ahead of me and if I switch lanes to go around of the car that is slowing down and there is another car in front of m…
NHTSA ODI #11737947POWER TRAIN
On April 24,2026 , as pull out my driveway heading to work only to get a 1/4 mile from home car stopped in highway. As I power and restarted tried to select a different gear never went in gear. Towed by to dealership as confirmed transmission was stuck with inly 67000. They replaced with new transmission & drive shaft, costing over $7,000. Warranty company…
NHTSA ODI #11737978+ 63 more complaints on record.
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Is the VIN 1C4RJKBG5M8103979 valid?
1C4RJKBG5M8103979 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in United States. It decodes to the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L.
Does the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L?
Comparable 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L listings run roughly $46,535–$61,270, typically around $51,946 (from 34 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What fuel economy does the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L at about 20 mpg combined (17 city / 24 highway).
Data last checked 30 Aug 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.