2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee maintenance schedule

Written in plain English and reviewed by the eli5cars editorial team · Last reviewed June 2026

3.6L Pentastar V6 (293 hp), 5.7L HEMI V8 (360 hp), or supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8 (707 hp, Trackhawk)LaredoLaredo XLimitedMSRP $34,645

⚠ 12 open recalls for this vehicle

A recall means the manufacturer found a safety problem and is required to fix it — these aren't normal wear-and-tear repairs. Check your specific VIN at NHTSA.gov to confirm your car is affected.

✓ Recall repairs are always FREE at any dealer, no matter who currently owns the car or where it was bought.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles not equipped with automatic high beams. When the master lighting switch is set to the auto position, the high beam headlights will not activate unless the master lighting switch is first changed to the 'on" position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Why it matters: Difficulty activating the headlight high beams may result in reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will reprogram the vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y66.

Reported 14/10/2021 · Campaign #21V797000 — look up your VIN at NHTSA.gov →

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles equipped with smart lighting modules (SLM). An incomplete SLM software update may cause one or both headlights to become inoperable. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Why it matters: Inoperable headlights can reduce visibility for the driver and oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will reprogram the SLM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y72.

Reported 09/12/2021 · Campaign #21V950000 — look up your VIN at NHTSA.gov →

VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. A radio software error may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Why it matters: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: FCA US LLC will update the radio software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 28, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Y67.

Reported 21/09/2021 · Campaign #21V729000 — look up your VIN at NHTSA.gov →

AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Jeep Wagoneer, and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may have incorrect software which can disable the driver, passenger, and knee air bags without warning.

Why it matters: Disabled air bags can increase the risk of injury to occupants in a crash.

The fix: Dealers will reprogram the ORC, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 2, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y79.

Reported 10/11/2021 · Campaign #21V873000 — look up your VIN at NHTSA.gov →

CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE TETHER ANCHOR

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with a missing weld from the seat back frame to the child seat tether anchorage. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."

Why it matters: A missing weld may allow the child seat tether to separate from the seat frame during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the second-row seat back frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Z24.

Reported 24/03/2022 · Campaign #22V180000 — look up your VIN at NHTSA.gov →

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee WK, 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles equipped with 3.6L engines. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may stick open, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.

Why it matters: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will replace the EGR valve assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z31.

Reported 28/04/2022 · Campaign #22V284000 — look up your VIN at NHTSA.gov →

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The tail light side marker assemblies may be damaged and not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamp, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Why it matters: A tail light side marker that does not illuminate can reduce vehicle visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace both body-mounted tail light assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 8, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z50.

Reported 28/07/2022 · Campaign #22V544000 — look up your VIN at NHTSA.gov →

STEERING:COLUMN

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.

Why it matters: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

The fix: 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.

Reported 18/05/2023 · Campaign #23V352000 — look up your VIN at NHTSA.gov →

SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The rear coil springs may have been incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving.

Why it matters: Rear coil springs that detach from the vehicle while driving increases the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will inspect and if necessary, repair the rear coil spring assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 29, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 64A. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall 26V051. All vehicles will need to have the new recall remedy performed.

Reported 08/06/2023 · Campaign #23V413000 — look up your VIN at NHTSA.gov →

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, and 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The Central Vision Park Assist module (CVPAM) software may prevent the rearview image from displaying when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Why it matters: A rearview image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility of the rear view, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

The fix: Dealers will update the Central Vision Park Assist Module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 31, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 56A.

Reported 14/08/2023 · Campaign #23V577000 — look up your VIN at NHTSA.gov →

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L and 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The upper control arm ball joint and steering knuckle may separate and cause the wheel to fall outward, resulting in a loss of vehicle control.

Why it matters: A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will replace the upper control arm pinch bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 2, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 10B.

Reported 22/02/2024 · Campaign #24V132000 — look up your VIN at NHTSA.gov →

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango, 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Chrysler Voyager, 2022-2023 Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Ram Promaster vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Why it matters: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will update the radio software or the software will be OTA, "Over-The-Air," free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 9, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 66B and 79B.

Reported 13/06/2024 · Campaign #24V436000 — look up your VIN at NHTSA.gov →

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Full service timeline

Mileage	Service items	Details
5k mi	Engine oil and filter change — 0W-20 full synthetic (3.6L Pentastar V6 and 5.7L HEMI V8); check Jeep oil-change indicator for exact interval Tire rotation Inspect brake pads and rotors — front and rear Inspect Quadra-Trac/Quadra-Drive transfer case fluid level (4x4 models) Check all fluid levels
10k mi	Engine oil and filter change — 0W-20 full synthetic Tire rotation Inspect cabin air filter condition Inspect front and rear differential fluid level (4x4 models) Inspect battery terminals and connections
15k mi	Engine oil and filter change — 0W-20 full synthetic Tire rotation Inspect brake fluid color and level Inspect ZF 8-speed automatic transmission fluid condition (8HP45/8HP70) Inspect front and rear driveshaft U-joints (4x4 models)
30k mi	Engine oil and filter change — 0W-20 full synthetic Tire rotation Replace cabin air filter Replace engine air filter Inspect spark plugs — 3.6L Pentastar iridium (factory interval ~100k; inspect at 30k) Inspect spark plugs — 5.7L HEMI iridium (factory interval ~60k; inspect at 30k) Inspect front differential fluid (4x4 — Mopar 75W-140 synthetic gear oil) Inspect transfer case fluid — Quadra-Trac I/II/Quadra-Drive II (Mopar ATF+4) Inspect rear differential fluid — Mopar 75W-140 synthetic (limited-slip requires friction modifier) Inspect ZF 8-speed automatic transmission fluid	View →
60k mi	Engine oil and filter change — 0W-20 full synthetic Tire rotation Replace cabin air filter Replace engine air filter Replace brake fluid — DOT 3 Replace front differential fluid — Mopar 75W-140 synthetic (4x4) Replace transfer case fluid — Mopar ATF+4 (4x4) Replace rear differential fluid — Mopar 75W-140 synthetic Replace spark plugs — 5.7L HEMI iridium (factory interval: 60k miles) Inspect serpentine belt — both 3.6L V6 and 5.7L V8 Inspect coolant condition (Mopar OAT orange extended-life — first change at 100k or 5 years) Inspect ZF 8-speed automatic transmission fluid — replace under severe-duty schedule (towing, trailer use)	View →
90k mi	Engine oil and filter change — 0W-20 full synthetic Tire rotation Replace cabin air filter Inspect serpentine belt — replace if cracked or glazed Inspect front CV axle shafts and boots (4x4 front axle) Inspect air suspension compressor and air springs (Overland/Summit/Trackhawk quadra-lift air suspension models) Inspect brake calipers, hardware, and parking brake cables Inspect Quadra-Trac transfer case shift motor and electronic actuator operation	View →
100k mi	Engine oil and filter change — 0W-20 full synthetic Tire rotation Replace spark plugs — 3.6L Pentastar iridium (factory interval 100k miles) Replace engine coolant — Mopar OAT orange extended-life (first change at 100k or 5 years, then every 50k) Replace ZF 8-speed automatic transmission fluid — ATF+4 (mandatory for towing-duty vehicles) Replace front differential fluid — Mopar 75W-140 (4x4) Replace transfer case fluid — Mopar ATF+4 (4x4) Replace rear differential fluid — Mopar 75W-140 Full brake system flush — DOT 3
120k mi	Engine oil and filter change — 0W-20 full synthetic Tire rotation Replace serpentine belt if not already replaced Inspect and service front wheel bearings and hub assemblies Inspect all suspension components — control arm bushings, sway bar end links, and air suspension height sensors Inspect steering gear, tie rods, and stabilizer components	View →

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