2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee brakes problems

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1. Filed Sep 25, 202646,116 miCATowedBrakesEngine

   The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was large puff of smoke coming from the driver's side of the vehicle while coming to a stop. The contact became aware of a brake fluid leak, causing a complete loss of brake pressure and braking power. The brake fluid was leaking more when the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle was towed to a local independent mechanic and the technicians discovered that the…

   NHTSA complaint #11767030 · source
2. Filed Aug 12, 202534,000 miMOBrakesSteeringTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ESC and “Service 4WD” warning lights illuminated, causing the vehicle to shake abnormally. Additionally, the transmission unexpectedly shifted to 4WD Low while driving. The steering wheel vibrated while making a turn, and the vehicle jerked. The vehicle also intermittently failed to start immediately and made a clicking sound. The vehicle was taken to an…

   NHTSA complaint #11680218 · source
3. Filed Sep 9, 2024WABrakesDriver Assistance & Safety Tech

   For my 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee, the Antilock braking system, Hydraulic control unit has failed. It is currently being repaired by the dealership, and I will request the old part so that it is available for inspection. The failure of the ABS control unit, disabled the electronic stability control, the forward collision warning system and the cruise control - and the issue appears to be directly equivalent to the current Stellantis recall for Ram 1500's of a similar year. The…

   NHTSA complaint #11613479 · source
4. Filed Jun 21, 2024VABrakesElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

   Vehicle shuts down puts itself in park and applies the parking brake and states that the hood is not closed when it is and has not been opened. It also disable the auto stop/start . It does this at traffic lights or when ever a vehicle comes to a stop creating a potential rear end collision due to having to manually restart the vehicle, disengage the parking brake and put the vehicle in drive.

   NHTSA complaint #11595669 · source
5. Filed May 12, 2024CABrakesSteering

   [XXX] just south of Grapevine, CA, is a 4-lane freeway, speed limit 70 mph. It is quite steep, perhaps 4 or 5 %. It is very heavily traveled, and is used by a large number of 18-wheelers. It has a slow lane on the far right, for trucks and cars pulling trailers. I was in the #1 lane, traveling at 70 mph. About 5 miles south of Grapevine, CA, the car completely lost control of the steering. I came within inches of impacting the guard rail, and hitting a large tractor-trailer.…

   NHTSA complaint #11588358 · source
6. Filed Mar 21, 202432,000 miNYBrakes

   The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would vibrate without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where they discovered that all the vehicle's brake rotors had warped and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure and the contact was informed that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 32,000.

   NHTSA complaint #11578684 · source
7. Filed Jan 24, 2024MIBrakes

   Upon parking my car in my driveway (which has a slight slope), I put it in park and turned it off. I then opened my door and got out. Before I could close the door my car began to roll backwards and I had to jump back in the car to stop it very quickly. The door was open and got caught on the cement wall that lines my driveway as it rolled back. There is damage to the door and it will likely need to be completely replaced. The next morning I had my friend come over to follow…

   NHTSA complaint #11567625 · source
8. Filed Jan 5, 2024ILBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety TechTransmission & Drivetrain

   In 2022 I attempted to back into a parallel parking space and the emergency braking system kept activating to prevent backing up. Attempted getting corrected at dealer but no trouble codes available. Was driving, slowing down to stop at about 22mph, emergency braking system kicked in, shifted into auto stick, switched back reactivated normal drive. Six months later, was at a stop sign, on green light, turned left from left lane, accelerating to approximately 25mph, suddenly…

   NHTSA complaint #11563667 · source
9. Filed Sep 25, 2023CABrakesDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   On many occasions, warning lights come on for no reason. The dealer has "updated" software, but to no avail.. Collision warning, stop/start error, throttle body error and more. On the last event we were driving uphill, approx 25 mph, nobody in front of us, and the brakes slammed on with multiple errors showing.. the car then lurched forward with active breaking, stop start error, throttle body sensor all showing up and going away. This happened 4 times on the evening of Sep…

   NHTSA complaint #11546463 · source
10. Filed Aug 11, 2023MIBrakes

    My brake rotors are warped,and this causes excessive wear on pads. There has been a rubbing noice for some time, i asked if it could be associated with the auto brake for backing up, they said no, however there is a problem and it could result in an injury or death if ignored. Jeep refuses to fix thier problems through reasearch i hjave found a lot of 2021 jeep grand cherokee with break problems like mine and it starts in the rear brakes so noted if ignored through this…

    NHTSA complaint #11537849 · source
11. Filed Jul 26, 2023NYBrakes

    3 months ago, I was getting my all-season tires installed in lieu of my winter ones. They told me that the lug nuts on all four of my wheels were swollen and I needed to get a replacement as they could not use them. It was my first time hearing this terminology. I asked for clarification and was told that due to severe rust they cannot be used. 15 days ago, i heard some squeaking coming from the tires. I took it to the mechanic and was told that I have to replace the rear…

    NHTSA complaint #11534557 · source
12. Filed Jul 11, 2023ME1 injuredBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety Tech

    Crossing 4 way intersection with no cars or animals in site and while accelerating at about 40 mph vehicle came to a shuddering halt in the middle of the road for no reason. My husband and I were both thrown forward whipping our necks back and forth and my collar bone taking a direct hit with the seat belt. There were no sounds to warn us, no lights came on it just slammed its own brakes for no reason. My dealership brought me a loaner and vehicle was towed to them where…

    NHTSA complaint #11531624 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology