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2021 Jeep Cherokee Recalls

2021 Jeep Cherokee Recalls
Updated Jun 9, 2026·Ethan Miller1 Critical Recalls

Recall Summary

The 2021 Jeep Cherokee has 7 recalls recorded by NHTSA.

1 High Risk Found — View Now

Total Recalls

7
1 High Risk

Source: NHTSA Campaign Data

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Recall Summary

What the recall count means for the 2021 Jeep Cherokee

The 2021 Jeep Cherokee has 7 recall campaigns on record. Yes, buyers should pay close attention. The 2021 Jeep Cherokee has 1 serious recall touching safety-critical systems, so a VIN-specific remedy check should happen before you buy.

Which systems are affected?

The main systems named in recall filings for the 2021 Jeep Cherokee include SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLER/RADIATOR:HOSES AND FITTINGS, AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN, POWER TRAIN.

What should buyers check before purchase?

Run a VIN recall lookup, confirm dealer remedy completion, and compare the recall themes against the maintenance and complaints reports before committing.

What is the most serious recall on the 2021 Jeep Cherokee?

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. An improperly secured connector for the right-side curtain air bag may prevent the air bag from deploying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

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Data and Methodology

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

FAQ

How many recalls does the 2021 Jeep Cherokee have?

There are 7 recall campaigns for the 2021 Jeep Cherokee.

Recall rows are tied to NHTSA campaign-level source references.

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Are there safety critical recalls for the 2021 Jeep Cherokee?

There are 1 which have high risk. Prioritize campaigns affecting brakes, steering, airbags, fuel systems, or fire risk, then confirm remedy availability with VIN lookup.

Recall response workflow is provided next to the data table.

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Recall campaigns
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Primary source
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In this guide

  1. 01Overview
  2. 02Action Plan
  3. 03Should Buyers Worry?
  4. 04NHTSA Recalls
  5. 05Data and Methodology

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Recalls for 2021 Jeep Cherokee Buyer's Guide

7 total campaigns, 1 marked high risk

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ID: 20V657000

Suspension

FrontControl ArmLower Arm

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Cherokee Latitude and Jeep Cherokee Limited vehicles. One or both of the front lower control arms may fracture while driving.

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ID: 20V657000

Suspension

FrontControl ArmLower Arm

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Cherokee Latitude and Jeep Cherokee Limited vehicles. One or both of the front lower control arms may fracture while driving.

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ID: 21V310000

Power Train

Automatic TransmissionCooler/RadiatorHoses And Fittings

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The transmission oil cooler hose may have been incorrectly cured, allowing transmission fluid to leak.

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ID: 21V310000

Power Train

Automatic TransmissionCooler/RadiatorHoses And Fittings

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The transmission oil cooler hose may have been incorrectly cured, allowing transmission fluid to leak.

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ID: 21V310000

Power Train

Automatic TransmissionCooler/RadiatorHoses And Fittings

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The transmission oil cooler hose may have been incorrectly cured, allowing transmission fluid to leak.

High Riskcritical
ID: 24V516000

Air Bags

Side/WindowCurtain

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. An improperly secured connector for the right-side curtain air bag may prevent the air bag from deploying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

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ID: 26V290000

Power Train

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The power transfer unit (PTU) may fail.