2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo
1J8GW48N92C179959
Vehicle history report for the 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo (VIN 1J8GW48N92C179959). Gray, sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv], 4.7L 8-cyl, gasoline. 144,953 mi reported. Registered in Fl. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
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What's a 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee worth?
What comparable 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles are listed for — a quick gut-check before you negotiate.
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
Crash-test safety ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program, tested as the 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4-DR.. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($2,263) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,640), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN 1J8GW48N92C179959
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 1,477 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
💥 1 involved a crash 🚑 1 reported injury
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 1477
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I just bought a 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee with the VIN number listed above. I saw that there was a recall where the dealer had to put on trailer hitches on the vehicle as without it if rear ended the gas tank could explode. I understand this is a older vehicle but do they not service recalls anymore for something like that??? It could explode it hit in the …
NHTSA ODI #11731752AIR BAGS
I HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO GET RECALL R06 COMPLETED. ALL THE JEEP DEALERS SAID THAT THEY ARE UNABLE TO GET THE NEEDED PARTS. THEY ARE ON A NATIONAL RECALL LIST. THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE AND NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED ASAP. THEY STATE THAT THE ORC MODULE AND OTHER ITEMS NEEDED TO COMPLETE THE RECALL CANNOT BE OBTAINED ANYWHERE AND THE DEALER'S SAID THAT THEY HAVE…
NHTSA ODI #11679986ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I currently own 3 of the same vehicles myself, my husband and my son. Each of the vehicles have been experiencing electrical issues. I have taken all of the vehicles at some point back to the mechanic for repairs for this issue. It was only a temporary fix. Here are examples of some of the electrical issues. The blinkers and break lights may go out and …
NHTSA ODI #11589954AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V046000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not …
NHTSA ODI #11547797STEERING,SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Taillight on back passenger side won't work, steering has been bad since I had, steering linkage and suspension failing, emergency brake doesn't work, cruise control won't work, oil pressure always reads high, airbag light stays on n seatbelt light stays on if I don't turn key on n let sit for an few seconds before starting jeep, gas pedal sticks , power ste…
NHTSA ODI #11528596AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the front passenger’s side airbag inadvertently deployed without warning. The contact was able to drive the vehicle home. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 206,000.
NHTSA ODI #11506020AIR BAGS
While driving, airbags deployed on both the passager and driver's side. The car is available for inspection. The vehicle is with the dealership and awaiting repair. My safety was put at risk, the incident occurred while I was operating the vehicle. No other damage except to the vehicle itself, damaging my property. There were no notices, warnings or other s…
1 injured · NHTSA ODI #11501790AIR BAGS
I have air bag module not working and dealer keeps say part back order for months now and can’t get repaired and can’t get Jeep inspected till this is fixed brylea Jeep,Chrysler in Rutland Vermont Is dealer working with for it
NHTSA ODI #11500707+ 1469 more complaints on record.
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Is the VIN 1J8GW48N92C179959 valid?
1J8GW48N92C179959 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in United States. It decodes to the 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Does the 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Comparable 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee listings run roughly $875–$4,100, typically around $2,263 (from 169 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What is the 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee crash-test ratings of frontal 3★, side 4★, rollover 2★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
What fuel economy does the 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee at about 15 mpg combined (13 city / 18 highway).
Data last checked 1 Oct 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.