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NHTSA recall,

Jeep Cherokee (2026)

The 2026 Jeep Cherokee's brake system control module may fail, causing loss of ABS and ESC, increasing crash risk.

Summary by Recall Canary from the NHTSA notice

What happened

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles because 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). A loss of anti-lock brakes or electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash. The recall affects 241 vehicles nationwide.

The issue was reported to NHTSA on April 9, 2026. Dealers will update the brake system control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2026.

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What to do

If you own a vehicle in this recall:

  1. Check your VIN (vehicle identification number) at nhtsa.gov/recalls. VINs are searchable from April 16, 2026.
  2. Dealers will update the brake system control module software, free of charge.
  3. You may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
  4. Look for the owner letter. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2026.

What you get Free repair

Full text from NHTSA

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.

Is your Jeep affected?

These models and years may be affected.

Jeep

  • Cherokee (2026)

Your VIN confirms it. Find the 17-character VIN on the driver's side of the dashboard or on your registration card.

Check your VIN on nhtsa.gov (opens in a new tab)

Recall details

Reported to NHTSA
Sold in
Nationwide
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Component
Driver assistance defect
Campaign
26V223000
Vehicles affected
241
Repair cost
Free of charge
Owner letters mailed
Manufacturer's recall number
29D
Manufacturer phone
1-800-853-1403

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Timeline

  1. Reported to NHTSA

  2. Listed on Recall Canary

  3. Summary updated

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Summary by Recall Canary, written with AI · summary updated Oct 2, 2026 · primary source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (opens in a new tab)