2026 Jeep Cherokee Vehicles Recalled for Brake System Control Module Failure
Chrysler is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles because the brake system control module may fail, causing loss of anti-lock brakes (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC), which increases crash risk.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: This is a structural vehicle safety defect involving failure of critical brake control systems (ABS and ESC) that directly increases crash risk. No injuries or deaths have been reported, but the hazard involves safety-critical systems where failure creates significant risk of harm.
Plain-English summary
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). A loss of these safety systems increases the risk of a crash.
Owners should contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Dealers will update the brake system control module software free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2026. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 16, 2026. FCA's number for this recall is 29D.
The recalled product
- Product
- 2026 JEEP CHEROKEE
- Brand
- JEEP
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Category
- Vehicle
- Hazard
- brake-failure
- loss-of-abs
- loss-of-esc
- crash-risk
- Affected units
- 241
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- CHEROKEE
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.