Jeep just told the owners of 328,381 Grand Cherokees that their free fix didn’t work. Twice. This new Jeep Grand Cherokee recall is the third attempt to solve the exact same rear coil spring problem. It covers 2021-2023 Grand Cherokee, Grand Cherokee L, and Grand Cherokee 4xe models built with standard coil springs.
The issue: a rear coil spring wasn’t seated correctly during assembly. Or during an earlier recall repair. Either way, it can shift out of position and detach while you’re driving. That’s not a rattle or a warning light — that’s a wheel-well hardware failure at highway speed.
What exactly does this Jeep Grand Cherokee recall cover?
It covers 328,381 vehicles built between December 5, 2020, and May 31, 2023. That splits into three groups: 97,477 two-row Grand Cherokees, 215,433 three-row Grand Cherokee Ls, and 15,471 Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrids. Trucks with the optional Quadra-Lift air suspension are excluded entirely.
What makes this one unusual is that it re-recalls vehicles already “fixed” under two earlier campaigns. Jeep says vehicles repaired under either the June 2023 recall or the January 2026 recall are back in scope. They need yet another repair, regardless of what work was already done. If you own one, don’t assume a prior recall sticker means you’re covered.
How did we get to a third recall?
Jeep first flagged this defect in June 2023 under campaign 23V413. It came back in February 2026 as campaign 26V051, after Jeep discovered the initial fix wasn’t holding. Now it’s back a third time as campaign 26V562, or dealer code 89D. NHTSA forwarded the complaint that triggered it, from owners whose springs detached even after the second repair.
| Campaign | Filed | Vehicles Affected | What Went Wrong |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23V413 | June 2023 | Original population | Rear coil spring installed incorrectly at factory |
| 26V051 | February 2026 | 80,000+ | Spring still out of position after first repair |
| 26V562 (89D) | September 2026 | 328,381 | Spring detachment even after second repair |
The actual fix this time is more specific than before. Dealers will replace both rear coil spring lower isolators with a new part number. That’s different from the earlier repairs, which just re-inspected and reseated the existing spring. It may explain why the first two attempts didn’t stick.
Is this Jeep Grand Cherokee recall actually dangerous?
Statistically, it’s rare. Jeep estimates the real defect rate at around 0.1% of the recall population. But a detached rear spring at speed is a genuine road hazard, both for you and the driver behind you. As of early September, Jeep had logged 29 customer assistance records and around 409 warranty claims. No confirmed injuries or accidents so far.
Low odds don’t mean zero risk. And the fact that Jeep has now missed the fix twice is the more telling detail here. VINs became searchable in NHTSA’s recall database on September 9, 2026. Interim notification letters to owners should start going out later this month.
Should you still buy a Grand Cherokee right now?
Yes, I’d still buy one. New, used, or even a previously “repaired” model. Just confirm the VIN gets the actual isolator replacement, not just another inspection. The fix is free, the failure rate is low, and Jeep has now been forced to be far more precise about the root cause.
If you’re shopping used, run the VIN through NHTSA’s lookup tool first. Do this even if the seller shows you paperwork from an earlier recall visit. That paperwork may not mean much, since this is the second time Jeep has had to redo its own work. For newer Grand Cherokees, none of this applies. 2024-and-later models weren’t built with the same assembly issue, since the redesign didn’t carry it forward.
This isn’t Jeep’s only recall headache this year, either. The brand also dealt with a much larger Jeep Wrangler fire recall affecting a million vehicles. Parent company Stellantis has been under pressure to clean up its recall track record, all while planning a wave of new vehicles through 2030. If you’re cross-shopping other three-row SUVs with recent recall history, it’s worth comparing notes with the Kia Telluride’s own repeat fire recall. Repeat campaigns are becoming more common across the industry, not less.
FAQ
How do I know if my Grand Cherokee is affected?
Enter your 17-character VIN into NHTSA’s online recall lookup tool. If your Jeep was built between December 5, 2020, and May 31, 2023, and lacks Quadra-Lift air suspension, check it. Do this even if you had prior recall work done.
Is the repair free?
Yes. Authorized Jeep dealers will replace both rear coil spring lower isolators at no cost. That’s true regardless of whether your vehicle was already “fixed” under the 2023 or 2026 campaigns.
Can I still drive my Grand Cherokee while waiting for the repair?
Jeep hasn’t told owners to park the vehicle or stop driving, unlike some fire-related recalls. The defect rate is estimated at roughly 0.1%. Still, it’s worth scheduling the repair as soon as parts and full instructions reach dealers.
Does this affect the Grand Cherokee 4xe hybrid too?
Yes. Of the 328,381 vehicles covered, 15,471 are Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrids. They were built in the same window as the gas models with standard coil springs.