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2021 Jeep Cherokee Other Problems

13 owner-reported other complaints from NHTSA data

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Complaints
Jan 2026Dec 2024
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Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (13)

criticalUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Nov 2025

Your Jeep has shut off unexpectedly while driving on the interstate at highway speeds on multiple occasions, creating dangerous situations in traffic. The first dealership kept your vehicle for 2 months and replaced several parts, but the problem returned the next day. A second dealership also attempted repairs, but your Jeep shut off again at 70 mph in rush hour traffic. You've found reports of similar issues affecting other owners of this model, and your vehicle has now been in the shop for over a month without a confirmed diagnosis.

NHTSA #: 11701840
highUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Jan 2026

Your vehicle's interior touchscreen display has become pixelated and shows discolored pixels, affecting your backup camera view—which is a safety concern. The same screen also controls your climate, radio, and vehicle information, so these functions may also be impacted. The issue likely requires professional diagnosis and may involve screen replacement or display system repair.

NHTSA #: 11714199
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Sep 2025

PTU power transfer case. Service PTU light came on. We had the jeep dealership read the code and informed us that we needed to replace the PTU power transfer case. They said that it can be dangerous if completely going out because it can cause sudden loss of power. Afaulty power transfer unit (PTU) is dangerous in a Jeep because it can cause a sudden loss of drive power, increase the risk of a crash, or lead to a rollaway incident when the vehicle is parked. Jeep has issued multiple recalls for PTU-related issues, particularly for some Cherokee models, due to potential manufacturing defects that can lead to transmission failure however the year of my jeep is not included but it is the same issue that is currently recalled. I was also told that the PTU is on backorder because of the recall. It is on backorder for longer than 45 days. Why isn’t my Jeep included in the recall?

NHTSA #: 11687099
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Mar 2025

I was driving on the highway with no overpass, no foreign objects flying, not behind anyone, and my sunroof shattered and exploded all over me with no explanation.

NHTSA #: 11651466
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Feb 2025

2/16/2025 Light for 4WD came on when the temperature was 11 degrees. 4WD System Unavailable Service Required 2/19/25 & 2/25/25 Taken into the dealer and stated that Debris in the PTU causing Actuator to stick - will need to be replace PTU - if approved will need to locate part. Car difficult to put into park

NHTSA #: 11645338
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Dec 2024

Unknown. While driving this vehicle, the engine just shuts off when stopping. The first time it happened it flashed to put vehicle in park and restart. It shut off and was unable to restart it. It happened 4 other times when at a stop, just shuts off off. Was able to restart it after a few minutes

NHTSA #: 11629876
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Feb 2024

I've been experiencing repeated instances of my 2021 Jeep Cherokee Latitude Lux 4X4 shutting off while I'm driving, without any warning lights. The message "Shift to P to start" appears on the screen. On several occasions, the car shut off unexpectedly, almost causing accidents. Despite multiple visits to the IG Burton service department, no fault codes were found. Chrysler told them to replace the crank sensor. They were very confident that was the problem, but the issue recurred again 13days after I got the vehicle back. They replaced my fuel pump this time but still have no evidence to prove that is the issue. They continue to guess at parts and I have to be the guinea pig to see if they got it right. This has been its 4th time in the shop and well over 10 time has this vehicle shut off on the highway. I believe jeep should step in at this point and find the cause of this problem or label the vehicle defective if they cannot. This ongoing issue has caused me frustration, anxiety, and safety concerns. I feel unsafe driving the vehicle. Especially after being told the last time they "felt confident" only for me to be stuck waiting for a tow truck in the road a few days later. The uncertainty surrounding the problem and the recurring nature of the incidents have greatly undermined my confidence in the vehicle's reliability and safety. I also have a detailed report of every time the vehicle has shut off/ been to the service department but I can't get it to attach on this site.

NHTSA #: 11573763
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Dec 2023

The vehicle was running in the freeway suddenly transmission alert message pop up at the dashboard and the vehicle slowly stop in the middle of the busy freeway, took it to Chapman Jeep dealership and the vehicle was fixed for PTU malfuntion, got my car back but there was a burning smell everytime I drove and step out of the vehicle. I have been trying to call the dealership but no response yet.

NHTSA #: 11558879
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Nov 2023

PTU and rear end failure, it’s been in the shop 9 weeks and I am told will be another month.

NHTSA #: 11557616
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Filed: Sep 2023

The emergency brake engages on its own and the fuel saving on/off feature is not working and the vehicle stalls while driving.

NHTSA #: 11544802
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: May 2022

the front part of the panoramic sunroof exploded while I was driving. This was the area directly above the driver and passenger seat. The vehicle is currently at the car dealer. Glass came off into the vehicle and could have possibly blown off the roof of the vehicle onto the road or other vehicles. There was no warning that this was going to break. The sunroof was closed and rarely, if ever, used as the car was just purchased in December 2021. Some Glass came off of the sunroof onto the driver and passenger.

NHTSA #: 11464770
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Mar 2022

Power loss while driving, which poses a safety hazard Transmission shifting into neutral How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? 1. Vehicle lost power and shifted into neutral while accelerting into traffic 2. Vehicle was driving highway speeds and spontaneously lost power and shifted into neutral while in traffic Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Yes - vehicle has been repaired and at dealership 2xs and scheduled for a 3rd on April 6, 2022 Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? Jeep is aware of issue and has requested star claim on next visit Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? There is no warning of power loss or shifting into neutral ( spontaneous). After the D on gear shift flashes.

NHTSA #: 11457935
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Mar 2021

DRIVING IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA, CAR KEPT SPUTTERING. RPM GAUGE KEPT GOING UP AND DOWN WHILE PRESSING IN THE GAS MULTIPLE TIMES WHILE DRIVING UNTIL IT EVENTUALLY SHUT DOWN AGAIN. ENGINE LIGHT AND BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON. THIS HAS OCCURRED FOR THE SECOND TIME.

NHTSA #: 11399011

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