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2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee L

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

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Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
27
+2 complaints in 30 days
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
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Latest Sep 1, 2026
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
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Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
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Overview

Our database contains 27 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, most frequently naming the engine, powertrain (other) and fuel system categories. 3 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 265 manufacturer communications are on file.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

  • Engine2250.0%
  • Powertrain (other)818.2%
  • Fuel system613.6%
  • Driver assistance511.4%
  • Exterior lighting12.3%
  • Electrical12.3%
  • Visibility12.3%

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

3 campaigns cover this model year

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
26V559000

TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

Sep 1, 2026
201,975 units potentially affected
The 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."
The risk: A TPMS warning light that fails to notify the driver of low tire pressure increases the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)Manufacturer number 54DView on NHTSA.gov
26V531000

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Aug 13, 2026
844,028 units potentially affected
The 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."
The risk: A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)Manufacturer number 78DView on NHTSA.gov
26V529000

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

Aug 13, 2026
81 units potentially affected
The defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L vehicles. Due to a software issue in the body control module (BCM), the windshield wipers may fail.
The risk: Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy: Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 77D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)Manufacturer number 77DView on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

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EngineFuel systemPowertrain (other)
Filed Nov 8, 2026

While attempting to execute a left-hand turn across oncoming traffic, the vehicle suffered a severe and sudden throttle hesitation and loss of acceleration power. Despite applying pressure to the gas pedal, the vehicle failed to accelerate quickly enough to safely clear the intersection, creating an immediate, life-threatening safety hazard with oncoming traffic. There was about a 6-second delay and this kept happening. Following the hesitation, the vehicle accelerated painfully slowly. Prior to this incident, a heavier rumble or rough idle was noted upon engine startup. There was no Check Engine Light or warning message displayed on the dashboard. Bypassing the issue via Sport Mode was unsuccessful. This is a brand-new vehicle leased only two weeks ago. I am fearful to drive it at this point.

NHTSA ID
11776521
Incident
Nov 7, 2026
Engine
Filed Nov 2, 2026

Check engine light came on and vehicle would not accelerate or was having problems with acceleration. Safety was put at risk in a way that did not know if the car was going to go tor completely stop vehicle felt like it was stalling Check engine light on

NHTSA ID
11775144
Incident
Nov 2, 2026
EngineFuel systemPowertrain (other)
Filed Oct 13, 2026

car doesn't idle well, when attempting to merge into traffic car stalls and hesitates to move. continues to misfire. has been in two dealerships for checking my complaints. [XXX] in [XXX] and Myrtle Beach Jeep. still continues to misfire. very scary to drive because afraid it is going to stop at any time INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA ID
11770973
Incident
Oct 9, 2026
EngineFuel system
Filed Oct 12, 2026

Sitting at a red light car stalled. motor turned off and i had to restart my car. Idle mode was off. My car vibrated and then the engine light came on.

NHTSA ID
11770525
Incident
Sep 3, 2026
Powertrain (other)
Filed Sep 24, 2026

I was driving on the highway on 9/23/2026 at approximately 5pm CST. A disabled vehicle ahead warning flashed on the dash and I experienced sudden, unprompted high RPM surges while driving. My car started making a very loud engine sound and I could smell something burning. I could not surpass about 20 MPH. I put on my hazard lights immediately and pulled off the highway and drove to a safe space. My safety and others were put at severe risk because my car immediately slowed to 20MPH on a highway at rush hour. I could have been rear-ended and severely hurt at the speed cars behind me were traveling. Others in the cars behind me could have been badly hurt as well. I couldn't get initial assistance from the dealership despite trying to contact them repeatedly and talk to a live person and instead kept being transferred to a virtual chatbot. My husband was able to reach a live person and the dealership then sent out a rental car and picked my car up. I told the dealership it should not be driven and a tow truck should pick up the car. When I typed the incident into the Internet, it said you should not drive it after this as it could cause further damage. However, they sated that they were going to drive it to the dealership and they had a service manager on standby if needed. I told them that it was in limp mode and couldn't go over 20mph. It is currently at the dealership, and I am waiting for them to call me once they have inspected the car and run diagnostics. I have started a case with JeepCares.

NHTSA ID
11766630
Incident
Sep 23, 2026
EngineFuel system
Filed Sep 22, 2026

Vehicle jerks head back and forth from hesitation and roughing when accelerate in 1st gear from stop to 10 miles hours. Very unsafe and have brought to dealership several times to diagnose and they have one recall On spark plugs replacement that did not change anything. Very unsafe driving like that.

NHTSA ID
11766134
Incident
Jul 31, 2026
Driver assistance
Filed Sep 10, 2026

My wife was driving our 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited with our child as a passenger on a public roadway. Traffic ahead slowed because another vehicle was turning into a parking area. There was no collision. The Forward Collision Warning/Automatic Emergency Braking system activated unexpectedly and applied the brakes. Immediately afterward, the vehicle appeared to stall or shut off while still in traffic. The instrument cluster displayed a message instructing the driver to press the Stop/Start button to restart the vehicle. The vehicle did not restart immediately and required approximately 10 seconds before it could be restarted. During this event the vehicle lost propulsion in traffic, creating a safety concern. The vehicle had approximately 3,258 miles at the time of the incident. The vehicle is currently at a Jeep dealership for diagnosis. No injuries or crash occurred.

NHTSA ID
11763506
Incident
Sep 10, 2026
EnginePowertrain (other)
Filed Sep 9, 2026

August 9, we were driving home when the vehicle jerked 2-3 times then the engine shut off (while in motion). This happened on a windy backroad with no way to pull over. We were able to restart the vehicle and make it home safely. Contacted Jeep on the 10, they said it was due to a spark plug recall. When driving to the dealership that morning service AWD light turned on, Jeep replaced the spark plugs and stared that fixed the problem. Driving home once picked up and service AWD light turned on again. Dealership is now stating it is the Drivetrain control module.

NHTSA ID
11763014
Incident
Aug 9, 2026

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

S238A000038 REV.E

SERVICE BRAKES

Auto Emergency Braking (AEB) Unavailable – Service Required Message In Cluster

S2623000059

STRUCTURE:BODY

Rattle Noise Over Bumps Or Over Rough Road From The Body In The B-Pillar

09-027-26

ENGINE

Engine Coolant Leak The customer may comment on the following: SYMPTOM: ● There is an external coolant leak near the exhaust side of the engine block. This bulletin involves performing a drive cycle of at least 40 miles (64 km) to verify the presence of a coolant leak. At the completion of the drive cycle, the vehicle odometer must not exceed 60 miles (97 km). If a coolant leak is confirmed, diagnose the source of the leak and perform the necessary repairs as required

66D Combo Rev3

ENGINE

Revised Customer Satisfaction Notification 66D – Spark Plugs - Dealer Notification

08-374-26

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

R1H U43.17 Software Update - FOTA Customers may experience the following: SYMPTOM: ● CarPlay® application crash. ● Intermittent CarPlay® connection or extended connection time. ● Apple CarPlay® radio lagging, freezing or display glitches. ● Audio intermittently cuts out. ● Radio display blank. ● Intermittent Android Auto® / CarPlay® reconnection concern. ● Abnormal radio screen display when adjusting audio volume using the steering wheel controls after extended Bluetooth audio playback from an Android device. ● Unable to add or pair a device to the Head Unit (HU) while the vehicle is in motion. ● Bluetooth-enabled devices cannot be discovered when attempting to pair a phone, even when the device is inside the vehicle. ● Turn Signal Activated Blind Spot View activates slower when the left turn signal is used compared to the right turn signal. ● Android Auto® launches automatically with a blank screen. ● Radio display goes blank while audio continues to play, and radio functions become inoperative. ● Vehicle Settings page becomes unresponsive or frozen. ● Android Auto® fails to connect. ● FamCAM softkey requires multiple presses before launching. ● Radio resets or reboots while driving. ● Flashing odometer. ● Selectable Tire Fill Assist application displays an illegible "Save as Preset" softkey. ● Surround View Camera (SVC) guidelines remain displayed after the guidelines setting has been turned OFF through the radio. In addition, the following software enhancement is included: ● Improved Wi-Fi connectivity performance.

08-374-26

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

R1H U43.17 Software Update - FOTA Customers may experience the following: SYMPTOM: ● CarPlay® application crash. ● Intermittent CarPlay® connection or extended connection time. ● Apple CarPlay® radio lagging, freezing or display glitches. ● Audio intermittently cuts out. ● Radio display blank. ● Intermittent Android Auto® / CarPlay® reconnection concern. ● Abnormal radio screen display when adjusting audio volume using the steering wheel controls after extended Bluetooth audio playback from an Android device. ● Unable to add or pair a device to the Head Unit (HU) while the vehicle is in motion. ● Bluetooth-enabled devices cannot be discovered when attempting to pair a phone, even when the device is inside the vehicle. ● Turn Signal Activated Blind Spot View activates slower when the left turn signal is used compared to the right turn signal. ● Android Auto® launches automatically with a blank screen. ● Radio display goes blank while audio continues to play, and radio functions become inoperative. ● Vehicle Settings page becomes unresponsive or frozen. ● Android Auto® fails to connect. ● FamCAM softkey requires multiple presses before launching. ● Radio resets or reboots while driving. ● Flashing odometer. ● Selectable Tire Fill Assist application displays an illegible "Save as Preset" softkey. ● Surround View Camera (SVC) guidelines remain displayed after the guidelines setting has been turned OFF through the radio. In addition, the following software enhancement is included: ● Improved Wi-Fi connectivity performance.

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Jeep Grand Cherokee L by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2027000—
2026Viewing273052.0
2025402059.6
2024448062.0
20231016165.9
2022784164.5
2021974166.6

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.