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2026 JEEP Cherokee EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Critical

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EXTERIOR LIGHTING Safety Recalls

Critical #26V059000 Plain English
Component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
What Happened
Your vehicle has a faulty trailer tow module that can cause the trailer lights to fail, making it harder for other drivers to see you when driving at night.
Risk if Unfixed
If this isn't fixed, your trailer brake lights and turn signals might not work, which can increase the risk of a crash, and if your trailer brakes fail, it can also lead to a crash.
Free Fix
You'll get a free replacement for the trailer tow module at a dealership, and you'll be notified by mail starting March 17, 2026 - just contact FCA US, LLC's customer service at 1-800-853-1403 if you want to know more.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S, 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis, Ram 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. Due to an improperly designed trailer tow module, the trailer lights may fail to illuminate and the trailer brakes may fail.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Trailer brake lights and turn signals that do not illuminate reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, trailer brakes that fail increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the trailer tow module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning March 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 03D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 10, 2026.
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Other JEEP Cherokee 2026 Recalls

TIRES
1 recall
BACK OVER PREVENTION
1 recall
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
1 recall

Other JEEP Cherokee Years

2023
1 recall
2022
3 recalls
2021
4 recalls
2020
3 recalls
2019
11 recalls
2018
7 recalls
2017
6 recalls
2016
9 recalls
2015
11 recalls
2014
13 recalls
2001
8 recalls
2000
7 recalls

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2003 HONDA Civic
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2001 HONDA Accord
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2000 HONDA Civic
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2026 JEEP Cherokee safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS recall for the 2026 JEEP Cherokee? (Campaign #26V059000)

Your vehicle has a faulty trailer tow module that can cause the trailer lights to fail, making it harder for other drivers to see you when driving at night. If this isn't fixed, your trailer brake lights and turn signals might not work, which can increase the risk of a crash, and if your trailer brakes fail, it can also lead to a crash. You'll get a free replacement for the trailer tow module at a dealership, and you'll be notified by mail starting March 17, 2026 - just contact FCA US, LLC's customer service at 1-800-853-1403 if you want to know more.