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2018 JEEP Grand Cherokee

11 recalls Risk Grade: A+ Most severe issue: Critical

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Known Safety Recalls

Critical #24V838000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
What Happened
The ABS and electronic stability control module in your Jeep Grand Cherokee or Dodge Durango is a critical part that helps you stop safely. In some 2018-2019 models, it can malfunction and cause problems with your brakes and vehicle stability.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your ABS and electronic stability control could fail, making it harder to control your vehicle, especially on slippery roads. You could also start the car and shift out of Park without pressing the brake pedal, which can lead to a vehicle rollaway. Your brake lights might also not work correctly, which can confuse other drivers.
Free Fix
Your authorized dealer will replace the faulty ABS module and update the software, all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice, and you can contact the dealer or FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403 for more information.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles. A malfunction in the antilock-brake system (ABS) module may incorrectly illuminate the brake lights and disable the ABS and electronic stability control (ESC). In addition, the vehicle operator may be able to start and shift out of Park without the brake pedal being applied.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A vehicle that can be started and shifted out of Park without applying the brake pedal can result in a vehicle rollaway. Disabled ABS and ESC systems can reduce vehicle handling and control in certain driving situations. Brake lights that incorrectly illuminate can fail to properly indicate the driver's intention to following traffic. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the integrated pressure transducer and update the ABS module software, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 94B. This recall replaces previous recall number 22V-426. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-426 will need to have the new remedy completed.
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Critical #23V411000 Plain English
Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
What Happened
The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel is a small metal ring that helps your engine know when to inject fuel and when to turn the engine's valves. In some 2014-2020 Ram 1500 and Jeep Grand Cherokee models with 3.0L Diesel engines, this ring can break apart, causing big problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the sensor tone wheel fails, your engine could stall without warning, losing power. This could make it hard to control your vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your authorized Chrysler dealer will update the engine's computer software to prevent an engine stall, at no cost to you. This will ensure your vehicle stays running smoothly and 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
The high-pressure fuel pump in your 3.0L diesel engine is a crucial part that ensures your vehicle gets the fuel it needs. In your 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee or 2014-2019 Ram 1500, this pump could fail and damage the fuel system.
Risk if Unfixed
If the pump fails, it could introduce debris into the fuel system, causing a loss of drive power. This means you could lose power while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty high-pressure fuel pump and inspect the rest of the fuel system to make sure everything is working properly. They'll do this all for free, and 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 #22V426000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
What Happened
The antilock-brake system (ABS) module in your Jeep Grand Cherokee or Dodge Durango is the computer that helps stop your wheels from locking up when you slam on the brakes. In some 2018-2019 models, this module can malfunction and send false signals, causing the brake lights to come on.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your vehicle might start rolling away without you even touching the brake pedal, which could lead to a crash without warning and potentially harm people outside your vehicle.
Free Fix
Your dealer will update the ABS module software to prevent it from sending false signals, and this repair is completely free. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice, and if you've already had this repair done, you'll need to have the updated software installed as well.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles. A malfunction in the antilock-brake system (ABS) module may illuminate the brake lights, and allow the vehicle to start and shift out of Park without the brake pedal being applied.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A vehicle that starts and shifts out of Park without applying the brake pedal can result in vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash without prior warning and/or injury to others outside of the vehicle.
Original — Remedy
This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 24V838. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. The remedy includes updated HCU/ABS module software that prevents the HCU/ABS module from falsely reading pressure in the primary circuit. FCA has decided to do a two-Phase Campaign remedy schedule. Phase 1 began November 17, 2022. Phase 2 begin date has not been determined yet. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed July 28, 2020. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 29, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z48.
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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 is a critical part that helps clean the exhaust gases before they enter the engine. In some 2014-2019 models with 3.0L EcoDiesel engines, this valve's cooler can crack, letting hot coolant into the system.
Risk if Unfixed
If hot coolant mixes with the engine's air and fuel, it could ignite inside the engine's intake manifold. This could cause a fire, which is a serious risk to your safety while driving.
Free Fix
Your Jeep dealer will replace the faulty EGR cooler for free and also inspect the intake manifold. If it's damaged, they'll replace it too. This repair is on the house, 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 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 #18V280000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The park lock rod is a critical part in your transmission that helps hold your vehicle in 'PARK' gear. In some 2018 models of the Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles listed, the wrong version of this rod might have been installed.
Risk if Unfixed
If the incorrect park lock rod is in your vehicle, it may not hold your transmission in 'PARK' when you think it is. This means your vehicle could roll away unexpectedly, even if you're standing next to it, which increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the incorrect park lock rod with the correct one, and this repair is completely free. 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 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle from moving, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43.
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Critical #18V048000 Plain English
Component

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

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The fuel line in your Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk is responsible for carrying gasoline from the tank to your engine. In some 2018 models with the 6.2L Supercharged Engine, this line could come loose and separate.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel line breaks, your engine could suddenly stall, making it hard to steer or control your vehicle. There's also a risk of a fire in the engine compartment or injury from the fuel leak.
Free Fix
Your dealer will inspect and replace the fuel line if necessary, completely 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 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk vehicles equipped with a 6.2L Supercharged Engine. The fuel line may separate.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel line separates, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a fuel line separation increases the risk of an engine compartment fire and injury.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U02.
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Moderate #18V524000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
Your vehicle has a computer module called the powertrain control module. It's like the brain of your car's engine, controlling everything that makes it run. In some 2017-2019 models, this module has a tiny chip that could fail, causing engine problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If this chip fails, your engine might stall while you're driving, which could make it hard to control your vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your authorized Chrysler dealer will replace the faulty powertrain control module with a new one, completely free of charge. You'll get a notice in the mail, and they'll take care of the repair at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.
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Moderate #18V332000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The wiring system in your vehicle is the network of electrical pathways that lets your car's systems communicate. In certain models, there's a problem with the wiring that could prevent the cruise control from shutting off properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you could lose control of your speed and acceleration, making it harder to stop your vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will update the software that controls your vehicle's engine and transmission, which will fix the issue. This repair is completely free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice. Until then, you should avoid using cruise control, and if you can't shut it off, press the brake firmly and shift into neutral to bring the vehicle to a safe stop.
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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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Under Review #18V759000 Plain English
Component

EQUIPMENT:ACCESSORY:FLOOR MAT

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The floor mat in your Jeep Grand Cherokee is designed to protect the pedals from dust and water. In some 2018 SRT and Trackhawk models, the mat might not leave enough space for the accelerator pedal to go back to the idle position, causing a problem.
Risk if Unfixed
If the floor mat gets in the way, you could press the accelerator all the way down without intending to, which increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Jeep dealer will swap out the floor mat for a new one that gives the accelerator pedal enough room to move freely. This repair is completely free, and you should schedule it as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Street and Racing Technology (SRT) and Trackhawk vehicles. The driver's floor mat may have insufficient clearance between the mat and the accelerator pedal, possibly preventing the pedal from returning to the idle position.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the floor mat prevents the accelerator pedal from returning to idle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the affected floor mats, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UB3.
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Under Review #18E097000 Plain English
Component

EQUIPMENT:ACCESSORY:FLOOR MAT

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The floor mat in your Jeep Grand Cherokee is a custom mat that fits snugly under your feet. In some cases, this mat might not leave enough space for your accelerator pedal to move freely.
Risk if Unfixed
If the mat gets in the way of your accelerator pedal, it could fail to return to its idle position. This might cause you to speed up unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Jeep dealer will swap out the floor mat for one with more clearance, so you can drive with confidence. The replacement is completely free of charge.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Floor Mats, part numbers 6ML07TRMAA and 6GA92TRMAA, sold as accessory equipment for 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Street and Racing Technology ("SRT") and Trackhawk vehicles. These floor mats may have insufficient clearance between the mat and the accelerator pedal, possibly inhibiting the pedal from returning to an idle position.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the floor mat prevents the accelerator pedal from returning to idle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the affected floor mats, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UB5.
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Browse by Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
2 recalls
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2 recalls
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2 recalls
EQUIPMENT
2 recalls
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
1 recall
POWER TRAIN
1 recall
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
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
2017
6 recalls
2016
9 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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