Jeep Grand Wagoneer recalls
26 official safety recalls for the Jeep Grand Wagoneer from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.
Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:
- United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
- United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk
Roof rack crossbar bolts may loosen
Roof rack crossbar pivot bolts may not be properly tightened, allowing the crossbars to detach and create a road hazard. Dealers will replace the pivot bolts free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
- Defect
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Jeep Wagoneer, 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, 2023-2025 Jeep Wagoneer L, and 2023-2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer L vehicles. The pivot bolts for the roof rack crossbars may not have been tightened properly, allowing them to detach.
- Consequence
- Detached roof rack crossbars can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the roof rack crossbar pivot bolts, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed October 8, 2026. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 81D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 17, 2026.
Tire pressure monitoring system may miss low pressure
A software error may prevent the system from detecting low tire pressure or illuminating its warning light, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the radio frequency hub software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
- Defect
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer, 2024-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L, 2025-2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, and 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. Due to a software error, the tire pressure monitoring system may fail to detect low tire pressure and/or fail to illuminate the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System."
- Consequence
- A TPMS warning light that fails to notify the driver of low tire pressure increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the radio frequency hub software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 54D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 9, 2026.
Rearview camera image may fail to display
The rearview camera image may not display in reverse, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. Radio software will be updated by a dealer or over the air, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
- Defect
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, Chrysler Voyager, and 2026-2027 Chrysler Pacifica and Dodge Charger vehicles. The rearview camera image may fail to display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence
- A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Radio software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 78D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026.
Brake system software may disable safety features
Brake system software may cause loss of electronic stability control or electronic brake assist, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the brake system control module software, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Defect
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer and Jeep Grand Wagoneer L vehicles. The brake system control module software may cause a loss of electronic stability control and a loss of electronic brake assist. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
- Consequence
- A loss of electronic stability control and/or electronic brake assist increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the brake system control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 30, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 50D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 9, 2026.
Camera wiring may prevent rearview image display
The front camera wiring harness may not be connected properly, causing the rearview camera image not to display and reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle. Dealers will inspect and reconnect the harness as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
- Defect
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer and Jeep Grand Wagoneer L vehicles. The front camera wiring harness may not be connected properly, which can cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence
- A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and reconnect the wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 47D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.
Window trim may detach
Driver and passenger quarter window trim may not be secured properly and could detach, creating a road hazard and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the quarter window glass assembly as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- STRUCTURE:EXTERIOR TRIM
- Defect
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer and Jeep Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The quarter trim on the driver and passenger windows may not have been properly secured, which can allow it to detach.
- Consequence
- Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the quarter window glass assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 19, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 88C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 2, 2025.
Door trim may detach while driving
Improperly installed driver or passenger door trim may detach and create a road hazard, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the trim as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- STRUCTURE:EXTERIOR TRIM
- Defect
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Jeep Wagoneer and Jeep Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The trim on the driver and passenger doors may not have been installed properly, which can allow it to detach.
- Consequence
- Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the door trim, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 77C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 18, 2025.
Rearview camera image may not display
Incorrect rearview camera module software may prevent the image from displaying, reducing the driver's visibility and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the module software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
- Defect
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024 Jeep Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, Grand Cherokee, and Grand Cherokee L vehicles. Incorrect software in the rearview camera module may cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence
- A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the rearview camera module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is D5B.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rearview camera image may not display
Radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying, reducing the driver's visibility and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the radio software, or the software will be updated over the air, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
- Defect
- 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."
- Consequence
- A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Steering column control module may prevent air bag deployment
An improperly welded steering column control module may prevent the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will inspect and replace the module if necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER CLOCKSPRING/SPIRAL CASSETTE
- Defect
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Chrysler Pacifica, Ram 3500, Ram 3500 cab chassis, Ram 2500, Ram 4500 cab chassis, Ram 5500 cab chassis, 2023 Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a GVWR less than 10,000 lbs., and Chrysler Voyager vehicles. The steering column control module may not be welded properly, which can prevent the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Consequence
- An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module, as necessary free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024 through June 20, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 14B, 33B, 34B, 35B, 36B.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Third-row seat belt may not fasten properly
Third-row seat belts may prevent occupants from accessing or fastening the buckle. An unfastened belt may increase injury risk in a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace the buckle as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
- Defect
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The third-row seat belts may not allow occupants to properly access or fasten the seat belt to the buckle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
- Consequence
- An unfastened seat belt may increase the risk of injury to occupants during a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the third-row seat belt buckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is A7A.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rearview image may not display in reverse
Software may prevent the rearview image from appearing when the vehicle is in reverse, reducing the driver's rear visibility and increasing crash or injury risk. Dealers will update the parking assist module software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
- Defect
- 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."
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
B-pillar trim may interfere with air bag deployment
Upper B-pillar trim that is not fully seated may interfere with side curtain air bag deployment, reducing occupant protection in a crash and increasing injury risk. Dealers will inspect and reseat or replace the trim as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
- Defect
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The upper B-pillar interior trim may not be fully seated and could interfere with the side curtain air bag (SABIC) deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
- Consequence
- A compromised deployment of the SABIC can reduce occupant protection in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and reseat or replace the trim pieces as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 76A.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Radio software may prevent rearview image display
Radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. Dealers will reprogram the radio software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
- Defect
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer 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."
- Consequence
- A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the radio software, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still within dealership inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be sent. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is YA1.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Centre seat recliner strap may prevent seat back locking
The second-row centre-seat recliner strap may bind against the trim, preventing the seat back from locking upright and increasing the risk of injury in a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace the strap as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SEATS
- Defect
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The second-row center-seat recliner pull strap may bind on the seat trim surface, preventing the seat back from locking into the upright position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
- Consequence
- A seat back that is not locked into position can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the rear center-seat recliner strap, 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 Y86.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Incorrect software may disable the airbags
Incorrect restraint controller software may disable the driver, passenger and knee airbags without warning, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. Dealers will reprogram the controller free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- Disabled air bags can increase the risk of injury to occupants in a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Shifter may allow vehicle to move from Park
If the shifter is not fully in Park, a running vehicle may unexpectedly move rearward, potentially causing a crash. Dealers will install a secondary detent system in the floor shifter free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
- Defect
- ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IF A DRIVER HAS NOT PLACED THE SHIFTER LEVER FULLY INTO THE "PARK" POSITION AND LEAVES THE VEHICLE RUNNING, THE VEHICLE MAY UNEXPECTEDLY MOVE REARWARD AFTER SEEMING TO BE STABLE.
- Consequence
- INADVERTENT MOVEMENT OF THE VEHICLE COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SECONDARY DETENT SYSTEM TO THE FLOOR SHIFTER ASSEMBLY. DAIMLERCHRYSLER SENT INTERIM NOTICES TO OWNERS CONCERNING THIS PROBLEM ON MARCH 22, 2002. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 23, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
- Notes
- ALSO, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Front brake rotors may corrode and separate
Severe corrosion can weaken the center hub section of a front brake rotor, allowing its wear surface to separate and reducing braking effectiveness. Dealers will replace the rotors with corrosion-protected ones.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
- Defect
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, OR WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. THE FRONT DISC BRAKE ROTORS CAN EXPERIENCE SEVERE CORROSION IF OPERATED FOR AN EXTENSIVE PERIOD IN THE "SALT BELT." IF THE ROTORS ARE NOT REPLACED, THE CORROSION CAN EVENTUALLY COMPROMISE THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE STAMPED STEEL CENTER HUB SECTION OF THE ROTOR.
- Consequence
- THE REDUCED STRENGTH CAN ALLOW THE CAST IRON WEAR SURFACE TO SEPARATE FROM THE HUB, REDUCING THE BRAKE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE VEHICLE.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE ROTORS WITH ROTORS THAT ARE COATED WITH A CORROSION PROTECTION.
- Notes
- OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 20, 1999. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-992-1997.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Steering shafts may separate
A plastic pin may be sheared, allowing the upper steering shaft to separate from the lower shaft. This could cause complete loss of steering control and a crash. A restraining sleeve will be added to limit steering shaft movement.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
- Defect
- THE MOLDED PLASTIC PIN WHICH CONNECTS THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN SHAFT AND THE LOWER COLUMN SHAFT MAY HAVE BEEN SHEARED PRIOR TO INSTALLATION OF THE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY INTO THE VEHICLE. IF THIS OCCURRED, THE UPPER STEERING SHAFT WILL SEPARATE FROM THE LOWER STEERING SHAFT.
- Consequence
- IF THE UPPER AND LOWER STEERING SHAFTS SEPARATE, COMPLETELOSS OF STEERING CONTROL WILL OCCUR, WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
- Remedy
- A RESTRAINING SLEEVE WILL BE ADDED TO THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT TO LIMIT THE AMOUNT OF STEERING SHAFT MOVEMENT AVAILABLE.
- Notes
- SYSTEM: STEERING; COLUMN SHAFT; UPPER.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM OBTAINING THE NEEDED REPAIR, PLEASE CONTACT THECHRYSLER ZONE OFFICE IN YOUR AREA. IT IS LISTED UNDER "SERVICE ASSISTANCE" INYOUR OWNER'S MANUAL. A ZONE REPRESENTATIVE WILL ARRANGE FOR PROMPT ATTENTION TOYOUR VEHICLE. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'SAUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Liftgate may not latch
Swollen latch bumpers may interfere with the liftgate latch, preventing it from latching or making it difficult to open. An unlatched liftgate could open while driving, risking an occupant falling out. The liftgate assembly will be replaced.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
- Defect
- GREASE APPLIED TO THE LIFTGATE LATCH RUBBER BUMPERS TO EASE COMPONENT ASSEMBLY CAUSED THE BUMPER TO SWELL, INTERFERING WITH THE MOVEMENT OF THE LIFTGATE LATCH PAWL. THIS PREVENTS THE LIFTGATE LATCHING WHEN CLOSED AND DIFFICULT TO OPEN WHEN LATCHED.
- Consequence
- AN UNLATCHED LIFTGATE CAN OPEN WHILE THE VEHICLE IS INMOTION, AND COULD RESULT IN AN OCCUPANT FALLING OUT.
- Remedy
- REPLACE THE LIFTGATE ASSEMBLY ON AFFECTED VEHICLES.
- Notes
- SYSTEM: STRUCTURE; LIFT GATE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: UTILITY VEHICLES; MODEL GRAND CHEROKEE AND GRAND WAGONEER.
Front suspension cam bolts may fail
Misalignment may cause the front lower suspension cam bolts to fail. The vehicle may pull to one side when braking, risking loss of control and a crash. The cam bolts, washers and nuts will be replaced with a different design.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SUSPENSION:FRONT
- Defect
- THE ECCENTRIC CAM ADJUSTER BOLTS IN BOTH FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM-TO-FRONT AXLE BRACKET ATTACHMENTS MAY FAIL DUE TO ASSEMBLY MISALIGNMENT.
- Consequence
- CAM BOLT FAILURES CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO PULL TO ONESIDE WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED, RESULTING IN A POSSIBLE LOSS OF VEHICLECONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
- Remedy
- REPLACE THE FRONT SUSPENSION CAM BOLTS, CAM WASHERS, AND NUTS WITH COMPONENTS OF A DIFFERENT DESIGN.
- Notes
- SYSTEM: FRONT SUSPENSION.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES.
Brake pedal retainer clip may come loose
A loose retainer clip may let the master cylinder input rod separate from the brake pedal, causing complete loss of brake application and a crash risk. The clip will be replaced and properly installed.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
- Defect
- THE RETAINER CLIP WHICH SECURES THE MASTER CYLINDER INPUT ROD TO THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS NOT INSTALLED PROPERLY, AND COULD WORK LOOSE.
- Consequence
- DISENGAGEMENT OF THE RETAINER CLIP WILL ALLOW FREE PLAYIN THE ATTACHMENT AND CAN ALLOW THE INPUT ROD TO SEPARATE FROM THE BRAKE PEDALCAUSING COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKE APPLICATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
- Remedy
- IMPROPERLY INSTALLED RETAINER CLIPS WILL BE REMOVED AND NEW RETAINER CLIPS WILL BE PROPERLY INSTALLED.
- Notes
- SYSTEM: BRAKES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: GRAND CHEROKEE AND GRAND WAGONEER UTILITY VEHICLES.
Tailgate window may keep closing after key is released
If the spring-loaded key does not return to off when released, the tailgate window may continue closing and injure a child or another person. Do not leave the key in the tailgate of an unattended vehicle. The mechanism will be repaired to ensure the key returns properly.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
- Defect
- THE KEY OPERATED TAILGATE WINDOW WILL CONTINUE TO CLOSE IF THE SPRING LOADED KEY DOES NOT RETURN TO OFF POSITION WHEN RELEASED.
- Consequence
- WINDOW COULD CLOSE ON A CHILD OR OTHERS RESULTING INPERSONAL INJURY.
- Remedy
- OWNERS SHOULD NOT LEAVE KEY IN TAILGATE OF UNATTENDED VEHICLE. REPAIR MECHANISM TO ASSURE PROPER KEY RETURN OPERATION.
- Notes
- SYSTEM: TAILGATE WINDOWVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTIPURPOSE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A POWER TAILGATEWINDOW.
Cruise control may operate inconsistently
The cruise control module may cause inconsistent cruise control operation, which could result in loss of control and an accident. Replace the module as necessary.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Defect
- CRUISE CONTROL MODULE COULD HAVE INCONSISTENT CRUISE CONTROL OPERATION.
- Consequence
- INCONSISTENT CRUISE CONTROL OPERATION COULD RESULT INLOSS OF CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
- Remedy
- REPLACE MODULE, AS NECESSARY.
- Notes
- SYSTEM: CRUISE CONTROL.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTI PURPOSE VEHICLES WITH CRUISE CONTROL.
Contaminated brake fluid may cause brake failure
Contaminated brake fluid can affect the braking system and cause complete brake failure, increasing the risk of a crash. The brake system will be flushed and refilled with new hydraulic brake fluid.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
- Defect
- CERTAIN OF THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH CONTAMINATED BRAKE FLUID. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: THIS CAN ADVERSELY AFFECT THE ENTIRE BRAKING SYSTEM WHERE COMPLETE BRAKE FAILURE CAN OCCUR WHICH COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT.
- Remedy
- FLUSH AND REFILL BRAKE SYSTEM WITH NEW HYDRAULIC BRAKE FLUID.
- Notes
- SYSTEM: BRAKE FLUID. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: JEEPS AND TRUCKS.
Front wheel bearings may lack lubrication
The front wheel bearings may not have enough lubrication. Inner bearings will be inspected and repacked, or replaced if insufficiently lubricated.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
- Defect
- POSSIBILITY THAT THE FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH LUBRICATION.
- Remedy
- INNER WHEEL BEARINGS WILL BE INSPECTED AND REPACKED WITH LUBRICANT, OR REPLACED IF INSUFFICIENTLY LUBRICATED.
- Notes
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TRUCKS AND MULTI PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: FRONT SUSPENSION.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: LACK OF LUBRICATION COULD CAUSE THE WHEEL TO LOCK UPWITHOUT WARNING AND COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.