2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L power train problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L — 16% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“On April 24,2026 , as pull out my driveway heading to work only to get a 1/4 mile from home car stopped in highway. As I power and restarted tried to select a different gear never went in gear. Towed by to dealership as confirmed transmission was stuck with inly 67000. They replaced with new…”
filed May 14, 2026
“I brought my 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L to the dealership for its scheduled ~40,000 mile service. During that visit, I specifically reported that something felt off with the transmission/drivetrain. The dealership inspected the vehicle and stated that no issues were found. Approximately one week…”
filed May 5, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
SHAFT - AXLE HALF
113528 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 16, 2026SHAFT - AXLE HALF
113529 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 16, 2026
Power Train problems in other Grand Cherokee L years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Grand Cherokee L | 5 | 16% |
| 2024 Grand Cherokee L | 3 | 8% |
| 2023 Grand Cherokee L | 4 | 5% |
| 2022 Grand Cherokee L | 8 | 12% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.