2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee

On June 8, 2023, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles US, LLC (FCA) filed Safety Recall 23V-413 affecting certain 2022–2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee and2021–2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles to address rear coil springs that may not have been properly installed during vehicle production. An improperly installed rear coil spring may detach while the vehicle is in motion, creating a road hazard that can increase the risk of a crash for following motorists and may result in injury to other road users. Since the filing of Recall 23V-413, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has received twenty (20) unique consumer complaints alleging rear coil spring detachments occurring after the recall remedy was performed. These reports raise concerns regarding the effectiveness of the recall remedy and suggest the possibility of additional factors not addressed by the original recall campaign. Accordingly, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is opening this Recall Query (RQ) to assess the adequacy of FCA’s remedy procedure under Recall 23V-413 and to evaluate the root cause(s) of post-remedy coil spring detachments. ODI will review complaint data, field reports, and FCA’s technical analysis to determine whether further action is warranted. To review the ODI reports cited in the Opening Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, visit NHTSA.gov.

The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was losing traction and was shifting very rough while in hybrid mode. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V741000 (Electrical System); and the vehicle was repaired in February; however, the repair failed to prevent the failure. The contact stated that while using the gas engine feature, the engine was running rough and sounded as if the engine was struggling, and the vehicle nearly stalled. The contact received a second notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V766000 (Engine); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was notified of the failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 36,028.

NHTSA ID

11754590

Incident

Feb 26, 2026

Mileage

36,028 mi

The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While the contact’s daughter was reversing the vehicle, the hybrid vehicle suddenly changed direction, and the vehicle drove forward approximately 3 feet and stalled. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer. The contact was informed that the part needed to repair the vehicle was on back order. No further information was available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 64,000.

NHTSA ID

11753005

Incident

Jul 27, 2026

Mileage

64,000 mi

Since Nov 2025 there has been a recall with still no remedy for repair. The recall is a huge safety risk regarding the hybrid battery worrying me about it exploding or catching on fire as it warns me to not charge it in my garage and be careful charging it which is the only reason I purchased this hybrid.

NHTSA ID

11752945

Incident

Nov 5, 2025

The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument panel went blank. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V741000 (Electrical System) and 26V328000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was driven to a local dealer, who later informed the contact that the recall repair for NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V741000 (Electrical System) could not be completed due to a lack of adequate staff or equipment. The vehicle was then towed to Thomas Auto Centers (67791 Mall Rd, St Clairsville, OH 43950), who informed the contact that the recall repair would take three to four weeks to complete. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, opened a case, and followed up with the first dealer, who had the vehicle towed to the second dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 35,198.

NHTSA ID

11752690

Incident

May 31, 2026

Mileage

35,198 mi

See safety recall from November 2025, no fix at this time

NHTSA ID

11752514

Incident

Nov 5, 2025

At the end of March 2026, the hybrid battery was replaced due to a recall by the dealership. After this, several software updates done, including the BCM, per technician's notes. In May 2026, my vehicle was found bricked in my driveway, unable to jump start, giving warnings regarding the dual charging system. After being towed to the dealership, they found my 12v battery was dead and stated that it needed to be replaced, which was done, with no further testing per technician's notes. Six weeks later, in July 2026, my vehicle was found bricked in my driveway again, giving the same warnings on the dashboard as it did in May. Once towed to the dealership again, with further parasitic testing, they found a "TSB about improper BCM software causing the 12v systems battery to be drained, as well as the kombi flickering which was also experienced while vehicle was in shop. TSB stated the BCM needs to be flashed." (taken from the technician's notes). As the dealership explained it to me, my vehicle failed to receive an update for the BCM, causing this glitch to drain my 12v battery. Due to my vehicle exceeding the 36,000-mile warranty, the dealership forced me to pay for the work done in both May and July, in addition to paying for a rental car while my vehicle was in the shop, even though the cause of this problem originated from the manufacturer, and was no cause of mine.

NHTSA ID

11752438

Incident

Mar 23, 2026

The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While the contact's husband was driving approximately 72 MPH with the contact seated in the front passenger’s seat and two children in the rear seats, the occupants heard a loud bang coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle immediately became uncontrollable and the rear-end shifted. A trailing vehicle swerved into the median to avoid a crash. Upon pulling over to the side of the road and inspecting the vehicle, the contact's husband noticed that the rear passenger-side coil spring had detached and was ejected from the vehicle. The driver drove the leaning vehicle to the dealer via a side road; however, the vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously taken to the dealer for a recall repair under NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V051000 (Suspension), but the dealer informed the contact that the vehicle passed inspection and no repairs were needed. The contact stated that the failure occurred while on vacation, which required the contact to obtain a rental vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and denied vehicle rental assistance. The contact stated that both the dealer and the manufacturer failed to return phone calls. The failure mileage was approximately 61,600.

NHTSA ID

11751491

Incident

Jul 16, 2026

Mileage

61,600 mi

While pulling into my driveway on XXX, the rear coil spring on my vehicle completely suffered a structural failure/separation. This exact issue is the subject of the federal safety recall issued by FCA US LLC in February 2026 (NHTSA Campaign ID: 26V051000 / FCA Recall 20D), which acknowledges that the rear coil springs on 2021-2023 Grand Cherokees can detach while operating creating a critical road hazard. On XXX Towne Chrysler Dodge Jeep Inc. at [XXX] cleared my car of the recall stating that my vehicle was not affected. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA ID

11748353

Incident

Jul 4, 2026

Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Message “Park Assist System Unavailable” or “Service Park Assist System”, “Rear Braking Assist Unavailable” or “Service Rear Braking Assist System" with Performance Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)

SEAL - LOWER AGS

R1L Radio Screen Goes Blank after transitioning from logistic to customer mode

EVAPORATOR - AIR CONDITIONING

EVAPORATOR - AIR CONDITIONING

EVAPORATOR - AIR CONDITIONING