Jeep Grand Cherokee Recall Issued for Air Bag Software Issue
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Chrysler is recalling certain 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles due to a software error that may delay side air bag deployment.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on June 7, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. A software error in the occupant restraint controller module may cause the delayed deployment of the side air bags during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects 419,035 units of 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V328000 and Chrysler's recall number is 01D.
What You Should Do
Dealers will update the occupant restraint controller module software free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 11, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.
Why This Matters
Delayed air bag deployment during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Source
NHTSA Campaign Number 26V328000. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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