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NHTSA·Cars and vehicles·April 9, 2026

Chrysler recalls 2026 Jeep Cherokee over brake control module that may fail

The brake system control module may fail to operate properly, which can cause a loss of anti-lock brakes (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC) and increases the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will update the brake system control module software free of charge. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403 and refer to FCA's recall number 29D.

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Recall details

Product
Jeep Cherokee 2026
Company
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Hazard
A loss of anti-lock brakes or electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash.
Units
241 vehicles
Owner notification
April 28, 2026
Reported to NHTSA
April 9, 2026
Identifiers
  • NHTSA campaign number: 26V223000
  • Manufacturer campaign number: 29D
  • Model years: 2026

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Official notice

The notice's own wording from NHTSA.

Component
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Defect
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The brake system control module may fail to operate properly, which can cause a loss of anti-lock brakes (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC).
Consequence
A loss of anti-lock brakes or electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective action
Dealers will update the brake system control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 29D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 16, 2026.

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