NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Safety Record
The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 4 recalls and 71 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, so this model year carries no Safety Index and no star ratings of any kind. What the federal record does show is a Light recall and complaint burden: 3 recall campaigns covering rear coil springs, an infotainment display unit, and side and window air bags, alongside 71 unverified owner complaints. The absence of crash-test data does not indicate this vehicle is safe or unsafe; it simply means no independent federal crash-safety score exists for shoppers to reference.
The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries 3 federal recall campaigns, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 4 |
| Owner complaints | 71 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L?
The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L has not been crash-tested by NHTSA. Prospective owners seeking federal crash-safety scores for this platform may consult the published results for the 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026 model years, though each year's record is assessed independently. The 2021 model year’s recall and complaint volume falls within the "Light burden" band, indicating a lower frequency of safety-related issues in the federal dataset. Three distinct recalls have been issued. One addresses a structural suspension component, another involves the side and window airbags, and a third concerns the infotainment display. The airbag recall has the most direct implications for occupant protection. Owner complaints show a concentration of unverified allegations within the Electrical System and Forward Collision Avoidance categories. The latter is particularly relevant given its connection to active safety technology.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L have any recalls?
The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L is covered by three federal recall campaigns. The first addresses rear coil springs that may fracture, a structural concern. The second covers the center stack upper display unit in the infotainment system, which involves the touchscreen or monitor assembly. The third targets improperly secured side and window air bags, which is a restraint-system concern. NHTSA has not issued a park-outside or do-not-drive directive in the available campaign summaries, but owners should verify current open-recall status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS26V562000
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 (
Reported 2026-09-01
SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS26V051000
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. Ve
Reported 2026-01-29
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT25V083000
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.
Reported 2025-02-13
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW24V897000
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
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.
Reported 2024-11-27
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L?
The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L has 71 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, all of which are unverified consumer allegations and not established facts. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Electrical System with 25 reports, Forward Collision Avoidance with 17 reports, Steering with 13 reports, and Power Train and Unknown Or Other categories each with 12 reports. Among the 71 reports, 3 allege a crash, 1 alleges a fire, and 1 alleges an injury.
71 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L?
Prospective owners of the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L must verify the completion status of all three recall campaigns before purchase. Only a VIN-specific check through nhtsa.gov will confirm whether open remedies remain outstanding for a particular vehicle.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, so no star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- Three recall campaigns cover this model year, addressing rear coil springs, the infotainment touchscreen display unit, and improperly secured side and window air bags; the air bag campaign has a direct occupant-protection dimension.
- 71 unverified owner complaints are on file with NHTSA, with the largest concentrations alleging issues in the Electrical System and Forward Collision Avoidance system.
- The 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee L have all been NHTSA crash-tested and carry indexed scores; shoppers who require a federal crash-safety rating should consider those model years as alternatives.
FAQ2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L safety questions
Was the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 4 recalls and 71 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 71 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Jeep Grand Cherokee L 2021.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.