2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L has a complaint index of 25 and ranks 4th worst out of 5 model years, earning a Good verdict. It has 79 complaints and 4 recalls, with Electrical System issues the top concern at 37% of complaints.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 25/100
- #4 of 5 Grand Cherokee L years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 79
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 4
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 3
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 2
- Top issue
- Electrical System
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 21
- 18 city / 25 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 2 / 0
Top 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System29 (37%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras18 (23%)
- Steering16 (20%)
- Other13 (16%)
- Transmission & Powertrain12 (15%)
- Engine10 (13%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires7 (9%)
- Structure & Body6 (8%)
- Brakes4 (5%)
- Airbags3 (4%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Power steering disengages while driving, triggers an SOS Power Steering warning, and makes the wheel hard to turn.
- Forward collision warning light illuminates and stays on, sometimes after an over-the-air software update, disabling the warning and braking function.
- Rear suspension sways or feels unstable when crossing railroad tracks, bumps, or potholes.
- Brake lights come on all at once with a loss of brake pedal pressure, traced to a brake module system.
- Battery drains repeatedly, sometimes preventing the vehicle from restarting after a jump start.
- Driver seat has been reported to self-inflate, tightening the seat belt mid-drive.
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V562000Sep 1, 2026Suspension, Wheels & Tires328,381 vehicles
Suspension:rear:springs:coil springs
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE vehicles. The rear coil springs may be incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving.
Risk: Rear coil springs that detach from the vehicle while driving increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear coil spring lower isolators, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed September 29, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 89D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 9, 2026. This recall replaces NHTSA recall numbers 26V051 and 23V413. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.
- NHTSA 26V051000Jan 29, 2026Suspension, Wheels & Tires80,620 vehicles
Suspension:rear:springs:coil springs
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.
Risk: Rear coil springs that detach from the vehicle while driving increase the risk of a crash.
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. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in March 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 20D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 30, 2026. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 23V413. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
- NHTSA 25V083000Feb 13, 2025Other133 vehicles
Equipment:electrical:infotainment:video (touch)screen/monitor/unit
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 18 MPG
- Highway
- 25 MPG
- Combined
- 21 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,100
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2021 compared with other Grand Cherokee L years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L reliable?
- Compared to other years of this model, the 2021 Grand Cherokee L carries a Good verdict with a complaint index of 25, ranking 4th worst out of 5 years tracked. Owners filed 79 complaints, with Electrical System problems the most common at 37% of complaints.
- What are the most common problems with the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L?
- NHTSA complaints show Electrical System issues lead at 37% of complaints, followed by Collision Avoidance & Cameras at 23% and Steering at 20%. Median mileage at failure for steering complaints was 59,650 miles.
- Does the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2021 Grand Cherokee L, covering rear coil spring detachment, a center stack display transistor that can overheat and disable the rearview camera, and an improperly secured front seat side airbag connector. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2021 model compare to other Grand Cherokee L years?
- The 2021 model's complaint index of 25 is lower than the 2023 (100, Avoid), 2025 (75, Avoid), and 2024 (50, Caution) model years. Only the 2022 model year, rated Best with a complaint index of 0, scores better.