Jeep Blaze Red Crystal Pearl (PRH) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This red isn't your standard fire-engine shade. For a brief window between 2007 and 2008, Jeep gave the Commander, Compass, and Cherokee a finish that looks like it belongs on a custom build rather than a production SUV. Since your car has been on the road for well over a decade, you have probably noticed how the light catches the deep, glass-like sparkle in the sun while the shade turns it into a moody, dark cherry. If you own a European Commander, this color is a rare sight that still manages to turn heads. It's a sophisticated red that demands a bit of respect during the repair process because it isn't just a flat pigment; it has a personality that changes with the light.

Technical Details

The "Crystal Pearl" in the name isn't just marketing. This finish is packed with tiny mica flakes that create a multidimensional effect. The challenge with a pearl finish is that these flakes are heavier than the paint itself and love to settle at the bottom of the container. If you don't mix them thoroughly, you will deal with mottling-which is just a fancy way of saying the color will look blotchy or striped. When the flakes aren't distributed evenly, the repair will look darker in some spots and lighter in others, making the fix more obvious than the original scratch.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Jeep Blaze Red Crystal Pearl (check for code PRH), you need to shake it for at least 60 seconds to wake up those pearl flakes. You can find your code on the silver or white identification sticker located on the driver's side door jamb, usually right under the barcode. To get the best results, work in your garage or a patch of shade to keep the metal cool. Test the color on the included card first to ensure the flake density looks right. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving and apply light layers, allowing plenty of drying time between each one. This ensures the pearls lay flat and shimmer exactly like the factory finish.