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2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee steering problems

102 complaints (25% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 19,146. 6 crashes reported.

owner complaints
102
of this car's complaints
25%
typical mileage
19,146
crashes
6
recalls
1

Which part fails

Owners did not name a specific part.

At what mileage

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee steering

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Power steering loss 26

Related recalls

Steering: columnReported May 18, 2023 · 89,372 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. An incorrectly assembled steering column intermediate shaft may disconnect from the u-joint, and result in a loss of steering control.
Risk
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the intermediate shaft and assembly parts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 58A.

Recall number 23V352000 · Recall details

What 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Feb 25, 2026 · Steering · WI

Steering is erratic while driving. Car is shifting left and right by itself while driving down the road feeling like the tires want to go different directions from one another. Steering wheel makes noticeable movement on its own left and right while going down a straight smooth road.

Filed Jan 30, 2026 · Steering · 127,000 miles · CA · crash

The contact owned a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while making a left-hand turn, the wheels on the vehicle failed to follow the trajectory of the movement and failed to function as intended, and moved toward the curb. The vehicle came to a stop when it hit the curb. It was unknown if any warning lights were illuminated. The driver-side and passenger-side air bags did not deploy. The contact exited the vehicle, and upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the front right and rear passenger-side tires were facing inwards. The vehicle was towed to a collision center. The contact was not injured. No police report was filed. The insurance company was notified and deemed the vehicle a total loss. The failure mileage was approximately 127,000.

Filed Aug 12, 2025 · Brakes, Steering · 34,000 miles · MO

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 independent mechanic, who determined that the ABS had failed, and that the drive train control module and transfer case control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 34,000.

Filed Nov 21, 2024 · Steering, Suspension · 70,004 miles · CT · crash · 1 injury

The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while accelerating after having stopped at a traffic signal at approximately 15 MPH she felt the steering wheel had locked, pulled the vehicle to the right, and crashed into a guard rail. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle's front end had been damaged. The contact stated that both the driver's and passenger side front tires had also been damaged by the crash into the guard rail. The contact stated that police were on the scene and wrote a report. The contact stated she had been treated by EMS, but was not transported to a hospital. The contact stated she had pain in her neck and both shoulders. The contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic in her home state. The mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the right and left control arms needed to be replaced and that the pinch bolt at the UCA ball joint and the knuckle had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The contact had been contacted by her local dealer about the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V132000 (Suspension and Steering). The contact related the crash to the recall. The contact had not taken the vehicle to the dealer for the recalls and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

Filed Nov 14, 2024 · Steering · 58,000 miles · MI

The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the power steering failure warning light had illuminated. While attempting to steer the vehicle, the steering wheel felt loose while driving at various speeds and the vehicle was difficult to steer. The failure had become more persistent over time. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the steering gear had failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer informed the contact that the failure was related to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V352000 (Steering); however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle had been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 58,000.

Filed Nov 14, 2024 · Steering, Suspension · 36,000 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle was recently repaired under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V132000 (Suspension, Steering). The contact stated that approximately one week after the recall was completed, while driving approximately 40 MPH and following a curve in the roadway, the contact heard an abnormal clicking sound coming from the suspension on the front driver's side wheel well. The contact stated that prior to the recall repair being completed, the vehicle had never made abnormal sounds from the front suspension. The contact related the failure to the recall repair. The contact had taken the vehicle back to the same dealer and was informed that a diagnostic test was needed. The contact declined, and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 36,000.

Filed Oct 23, 2024 · Steering, Suspension · MD

See attached document for complaint.

Filed Oct 9, 2024 · Driver assistance, Electrical · TX

on mopar recall service done shows it had been serviced and bunch of lies i have never taken my 2021 jeep to get serviced for power steering issue. barely came out 1 week ago and crazy service man at BOGGUS TIPTON JEEP in Brownsville texas named Josh, white male wanted to charge 4500 dollars to repair knowing supposibly there was an issue recall and i declined so wanted to charge me 2500 after i declined. he was more than likely gonna charge chrysler and me both ways to make the dealership double the money for a bull**** fix. my jeep has never been in service for the power steering recall. after readings previous comments i think chrysler is lying that the fixed and issue on many customers of recalls. [please check your vin and put a complaint and call chrysler like i am tomorrow and will get an attorney involved for a false fix and claim

Filed Sep 9, 2024 · Electrical, Fuel system · OH

Vehicle quit running while driving was going about 5 miles an hour just shut down tried to restart cranks but will not start no safety issues We had to call a tow truck and have vehicle towed to dealer has about 24,000 miles on it. It sounds like a fuel pump issue. Valley motor city Jeep in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, 330‑937‑9481 where the vehicle is being repaired called me Friday 9/6/24 and said they ordered a fuel pump I talked to Christy, the service writer she said parts will be in next week. does Chrysler have any recalls on this?

Filed Sep 4, 2024 · Electrical, Steering · TX

Service power steering, blind spot alert temporarily unavailable, seatbelts not buckled came on and started beeeping, start/stop not ready, and service electronic stability control all turned on at once. I pulled over to the side of the road to try to restart the vehicle and I lost my power steering.

Questions about the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee steering

Does the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee have steering problems?

Owners have filed 102 complaints about the steering of the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 25% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee steering problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 19,146 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee steering?

Yes, 1 recall: 23V352000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Jeep Grand Cherokee have bad steering?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee model years with the most steering complaints are 2021 (102 complaints), 2012 (100 complaints) and 2011 (86 complaints).

Other 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems

Electrical 115Engine 64Transmission 61Driver assistance 54Lights 42Fuel system 41Brakes 32Suspension 30Airbags 20Acceleration 17Visibility 8Seat belts 7Wheels 7Body 6Seats 5Tires 1

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