{"count":1,"message":"Results returned successfully","results":[{"odiNumber":11718096,"manufacturer":"Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)","crash":false,"fire":false,"numberOfInjuries":0,"numberOfDeaths":0,"dateOfIncident":"11/26/2025","dateComplaintFiled":"02/15/2026","vin":"1C4RJFBG2JC","components":"POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","summary":"While driving this vehicle under normal conditions, the engine developed abnormal ticking/knocking noises, loss of power, and misfire symptoms that progressively worsened. The vehicle was frequently used to transport children. Due to the nature of the failure and unpredictability of progression, continued operation posed a serious safety risk.  An authorized dealer later confirmed that the engine suffered a catastrophic internal valvetrain failure involving collapsed lifters/rocker arms and severely damaged camshafts. The dealer technician explicitly stated this failure mode is \u201ctypical\u201d for this engine design and documented progressive internal damage affecting both cylinder banks, not an isolated component.  This failure mode is not sudden; it develops gradually over tens of thousands of miles and can lead to sudden engine power loss, stalling, or seizure without warning. A loss of propulsion at highway speed, during lane changes, intersections, or while transporting children creates a clear risk of crash, injury, or worse.  There was no evidence of driver abuse, lack of maintenance, lubrication failure, or misuse. The dealer confirmed oil condition and service history were appropriate. The defect appears to be internal, latent, and manufacturing-related, consistent with numerous consumer complaints, technical service bulletins, and ongoing litigation involving this engine family.  Had the vehicle continued to be driven, the failure could have escalated to: \u2022Sudden loss of engine power at speed \u2022Inability to accelerate to avoid hazards \u2022Engine seizure causing loss of steering assist \u2022Increased crash risk with child passengers onboard  The vehicle was removed from service due to safety concerns. This defect is repeatable, predictable, and well-documented, yet not subject to recall at this time. I am reporting this to support investigation into a systemic engine defect that presents a serious safety risk to drivers and passengers.","products":[{"type":"Vehicle","productYear":"2018","productMake":"JEEP","productModel":"GRAND CHEROKEE","manufacturer":"Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)"}]}]}