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2016 JEEP Grand Cherokee

9 recalls Risk Grade: A Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #23V411000 Plain English
Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
What Happened
The crankshaft position sensor in your vehicle is like a heartbeat monitor for your engine. It helps the engine know when to fire the fuel injectors and keep your engine running smoothly. In some 2014-2020 Ram 1500 and Jeep Grand Cherokee models with 3.0L Diesel engines, this sensor's tone wheel can break down, throwing off the engine's timing and causing it to stall.
Risk if Unfixed
If your engine stalls, you could lose control of your vehicle, especially if you're driving on the highway. This increases the risk of a crash, which could put you and your passengers in danger.
Free Fix
Your dealer will update the computer system that controls your engine, ensuring it keeps running smoothly. This update is completely free, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive your recall notice so you can drive safely.
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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
Your vehicle's high-pressure fuel pump is like a super-precise espresso machine that delivers diesel fuel to your engine. In some 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 models with 3.0L diesel engines, this pump can fail and introduce tiny metal bits into the fuel system.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your vehicle could lose power while driving, making it hard to control. This could increase the risk of a crash, so it's essential to address this issue as soon as possible.
Free Fix
Your authorized dealer will replace the faulty high-pressure fuel pump and inspect other fuel system components to ensure everything is working properly. This repair is free, and you'll receive a notification letter with instructions on how to schedule the fix.
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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 in your Jeep Grand Cherokee helps reduce pollution by circulating exhaust gases. In some 2014-2019 models with the 3.0L EcoDiesel engine, the cooler that helps this system work can crack and let coolant get into the EGR system.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, the coolant can mix with air and ignite inside your engine's intake manifold, which could cause a fire. This is a serious risk, especially since it could happen while you're driving.
Free Fix
Your Jeep dealer will replace the faulty EGR cooler and inspect your intake manifold, and fix it if necessary - all for free. You'll be notified when parts are available, and you should schedule the repair as soon as you can.
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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 is a crucial part in your Ram or Jeep that helps the engine know when to fire the fuel injectors and keep your engine running smoothly. In affected 2014-2018 models with a 3.0L diesel engine, this sensor's tone wheel can break apart.
Risk if Unfixed
If the sensor fails, your engine could stall while driving, leaving you without power steering and potentially making it harder to control your vehicle — which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will update the software in your vehicle's engine control module, which will help your engine keep running even if the crankshaft position 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
The supercharger in your Jeep is a part that helps your engine breathe, giving you more power. The mounting bracket for this supercharger in your SRT8 or SRT vehicle is the part that's being recalled.
Risk if Unfixed
If the bracket touches the brake line, it could damage it and cause a brake fluid leak. This could make it take longer to stop your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the supercharger bracket for free. You should contact ATI at 1-913-338-2886 to schedule the repair once you receive the recall notice.
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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 #16V814000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The fuel rail crossover tube is a small tube that connects two fuel lines under the hood of your vehicle. It might have been damaged during engine assembly, which could cause a fuel leak.
Risk if Unfixed
If the tube is damaged, you could get a fuel leak that could ignite if there's an open flame nearby. This could lead to a fire.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will inspect the engine to see if the tube is damaged and replace it if needed, all for free. You'll get a notice when it's time to schedule the repair, and you can also contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 for more information.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 10, 2016, to April 28, 2016 and equipped with a 3.6L engine built at the Saltillo engine plant. During the assembly of the engine, the fuel rail crossover tube may have been damaged, which, over time, may result in a fuel leak.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine assembly for damage to the fuel rail crossover tube, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 23, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S85.
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Critical #16V249000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The park/neutral start interlock switch in your Jeep Grand Cherokee is what helps you safely shift gears. In some 2016 models, the electrical connection to this switch might become loose.
Risk if Unfixed
If the connection fails, your transmission could lock into Park or Neutral while you're stopped, leaving you stranded and unable to move your vehicle. This increases the risk of a crash if someone hits you from behind.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the shifter assembly for free to fix the problem. You'll get a notification from Chrysler, and you should schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured May 15, 2015 to February 19, 2016. The brake transmission shift interlock solenoid may have a loose electrical connection which could result in a loss of solenoid function.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the solenoid loses function, the transmission may lock in the Park or Neutral position when the vehicle comes to a stop, possibly rendering the vehicle disabled in traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter assembly, free of charge. The recall began on May 27, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S28.
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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 or Dodge is a crucial part that helps your vehicle stop smoothly. In some 2015-2016 models, the caliper on the left front wheel could crack because it was made with the wrong material.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake caliper cracks, you may need to press the brake pedal harder and longer to stop your vehicle. This could increase the risk of a crash, especially in emergency situations.
Free Fix
Your authorized dealer will inspect the brake caliper and replace it with a new one, if necessary, at no cost to you. 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 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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Moderate #18V332000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The wiring in your vehicle is a network of electrical pathways that connect various systems. In certain models, a faulty wire could cause a short circuit, which might prevent your cruise control from turning off when you want it to.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your vehicle could keep going at the same speed or even speed up, even if you try to hit the brakes or turn off the cruise control. This could make it harder to control your vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will update the software in your vehicle's engine or powertrain control module to fix the issue, and this service is free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice, and in the meantime, avoid using cruise control.
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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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Browse by Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
4 recalls
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
1 recall
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 recall
POWER TRAIN
1 recall
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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
2015
10 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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