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2015 JEEP Grand Cherokee

10 recalls Risk Grade: A Most severe issue: Critical

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Known Safety Recalls

Critical #23V411000 Plain English
Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
What Happened
The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel in your vehicle is a small metal ring that helps the engine know when to fire the fuel injectors. In certain 3.0L Diesel engines, this ring can break apart, causing the engine to lose its timing and stall.
Risk if Unfixed
If the engine stalls, you could lose control of your vehicle, especially if you're driving on the highway or in heavy traffic. This increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will update the computer system that controls your engine, ensuring it keeps running smoothly. This update is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L Diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 3, 2023. Some owner notification letters were mailed October 31, 2023. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated July 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 66A. This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-475.
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Critical #22V406000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
What Happened
The high-pressure fuel pump in your diesel engine is crucial for delivering fuel to your engine. In certain Jeep Grand Cherokee and Ram 1500 models, this pump can fail and break apart, releasing debris into your fuel system.
Risk if Unfixed
If this debris gets into your fuel system, it could starve your engine of fuel, causing your vehicle to lose power suddenly while you're driving. This could lead to a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty high-pressure fuel pump and inspect other fuel system components, fixing any problems they find, all for free. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. A high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure may introduce internal debris into the fuel system, potentially resulting in fuel starvation.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Fuel starvation may result in an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the HPFP, and inspect and replace, if necessary, additional fuel system components, free of charge. Interim notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 21, 2022. Owner notification letters for were mailed for Jeep Grand Cherokee owners starting January 11, 2024. Owner notification letters for Ram 1500 owners were mailed March 7, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLS's number for this recall is Z46.
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Critical #20V699000 Plain English
Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The EGR valve is a crucial part that helps control emissions in your Grand Cherokee's engine. In certain 2014-2019 models with the 3.0L EcoDiesel engine, the EGR cooler could crack and let hot coolant vapor into the EGR system.
Risk if Unfixed
If this vapor combusts inside the intake manifold, it could cause a fire in your engine. This is a serious risk that could happen while you're driving, and could lead to serious injury or damage to your vehicle.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will replace the EGR cooler and inspect the intake manifold to make sure it's safe. They'll do this at no cost to you – it's a free repair. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the second notification, expected to be sent around March 11, 2021.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with the 3.0L EcoDiesel engines. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system. This mixture may combust inside the intake manifold.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Combustion in the intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EGR cooler, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect and, as necessary, replace the intake manifold. Parts are not currently available. Owners were mailed an interim notification on December 21, 2021. A second notification will be mailed when parts are available, currently expected to be around March 11, 2021. The recall began March 11, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is W79.
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Critical #20V475000 Plain English
Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The crankshaft position sensor in your Ram 1500 or Jeep Grand Cherokee is a small part that helps your engine's computer know when to fire the fuel injectors and turn the engine's valves. In some 2014-2018 models with 3.0L diesel engines, this sensor's tone wheel can break apart, causing engine problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the sensor fails, your engine could stall while you're driving, which could increase the risk of a crash if you're not able to safely pull over.
Free Fix
Your dealer will update the engine computer's software to prevent engine stalling in case the sensor fails. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ram 1500 and 2014-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion by reading the camshaft position signal in the event that the crankshaft position signal is lost, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-2002. FCA US's number for this recall is W58.
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Critical #17E061000 Plain English
Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

Manufacturer
Accessible Technologies, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle's supercharger is a part that helps power your engine. On certain Jeep SRT8 and SRT vehicles from 2012-2017, the bracket that holds the supercharger in place could rub against a brake line, causing a leak.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake fluid leaks, it could take longer to stop your vehicle, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
The manufacturer will replace the supercharger bracket at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Accessible Technologies, Inc. (ATI) is recalling certain ProCharger Superchargers, model numbers AB037A-100, AB037A-100P, and A037A-100B, sold for installation on 2012-2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 and SRT vehicles. The supercharger mounting bracket may contact and damage the ABS line, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A brake fluid leak may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
ATI will notify owners and will replace the supercharger brackets, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2017. Owners may contact ATI customer service at 1-913-338-2886.
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Critical #16V240000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
Your vehicle's transmission control module is like the brain of your automatic transmission. In certain 2012-2015 models, it might not warn you correctly when you exit the vehicle while it's still in gear.
Risk if Unfixed
If you think your vehicle is in PARK but it's not, you could try to get out and be struck by the vehicle. This could lead to serious injury.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will update your vehicle's software to prevent this issue, and it won't cost you a thing. Just schedule the update when you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured February 15, 2011, to November 27, 2014, and 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured July 16, 2012, to December 22, 2015. The affected vehicles, equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and a monostable gear selector, may not adequately warn the driver when driver's door is opened and the vehicle is not in PARK, allowing them to exit the vehicle while the vehicle is still in gear.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Drivers thinking that their vehicle's transmission is in the PARK position may be struck by the vehicle and injured if they attempt to get out of the vehicle while the engine is running and the parking brake is not engaged.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software to mitigate the risk of vehicle rollaway, free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S27. Note: On October 19, 2016 Chrysler identified some previously repaired vehicles did not receive the complete software updates. Chrysler will renotify the affected owners, and dealers will update the software again.
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Critical #16V168000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The brake caliper on your Jeep Grand Cherokee or Dodge Durango is a metal part that helps squeeze the brake pads to stop your vehicle. In some 2015-2016 models, it might crack due to a manufacturing mistake.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake caliper cracks, it could take longer to stop your vehicle, which could increase the risk of a crash, especially in emergency situations.
Free Fix
Your dealer will check the brake caliper and replace it if necessary, free of charge. You should contact the dealer for an appointment when you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured December 9, 2015, to January 14, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the left front brake caliper may crack due to being made from an incorrect material.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A cracked brake caliper may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front left brake caliper and depending on its casting date, replace it, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on May 12, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S16.
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High Priority #15V469000 Plain English
Component

SUSPENSION:REAR

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The rear lower control arm helps connect your rear wheels to the rest of your vehicle. In some 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango models, this part might have been made incorrectly, which could cause it to crack.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rear lower control arm breaks, your vehicle's ride height could change, and you might lose control of the rear end while driving. This could also affect your brakes, making it harder to stop in time.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will inspect your vehicle's control arms and replace them if necessary, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured June 12, 2015, to June 20, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with rear lower control arms that may have been incorrectly heat treated. This may cause the rear lower control arm to fracture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the rear lower control arm fractures it may result in a change in ride height, loss of rear end stability, and reduced braking capabilities, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began July 29, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R38. Note: This supersedes Recall No. 15V-407.
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Moderate #18V332000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
Your vehicle's wiring system is a complex network of electrical connections. In some models, a short circuit could prevent the cruise control from turning off.
Risk if Unfixed
If the cruise control gets stuck on and you can't shut it off, your vehicle could keep going at the same speed or even speed up. This could lead to a crash, especially in emergency situations.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will update the software in your vehicle's engine or powertrain control module, which is a free repair. They'll get you set up with the update as soon as possible, and in the meantime, be sure to stop using cruise control and know what to do if you get stuck with it on: firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift to neutral, then park when safe to do so.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
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Moderate #15V461000 Plain English
Component

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The radio system in your vehicle has a software issue that could allow unauthorized access to some of your vehicle's control systems.
Risk if Unfixed
If someone exploits this vulnerability, they could potentially take control of your vehicle's systems, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will send you a USB drive with a software update that fixes the issue, and you can install it for free. You can also download the update from the Chrysler website or have your dealer install it for you.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge. Optionally, owners may download the update to their own USB drive from http://www.driveuconnect.com/software-update/ or take their vehicle to a Chrysler dealer for immediate installation. In an effort to mitigate the effects of this security vulnerability, Chrysler has had the wireless service provider close the open cellular connection to the vehicle that provided unauthorized access to the vehicle network. This measure may not have been implemented on all vehicles and does not address access by other means that will be remedied by the software update. The recall began on August 25, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R40.
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Browse by Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
4 recalls
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
1 recall
POWER TRAIN
1 recall
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1 recall
SUSPENSION
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
EQUIPMENT
1 recall

Other JEEP Grand Cherokee Years

2026
3 recalls
2025
3 recalls
2024
14 recalls
2023
19 recalls
2022
11 recalls
2021
12 recalls
2020
3 recalls
2019
7 recalls
2018
11 recalls
2017
6 recalls
2016
9 recalls
2014
19 recalls
2013
10 recalls
2012
11 recalls
2011
6 recalls
2010
5 recalls
2009
3 recalls
2008
5 recalls
2007
7 recalls
2006
6 recalls
2005
5 recalls
2004
14 recalls
2003
10 recalls
2002
16 recalls
2001
10 recalls
2000
12 recalls

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