80,000 Jeep Grand Cherokees Recalled – How To Know If Yours Is One

Jeep Recalls Over 80,000 Grand Cherokees Over Loose Rear Coil Springs—A Hazard on the Road

In a major safety development, Chrysler (FCA US LLC) has announced a sweeping recall of 80,620 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L SUVs due to a potentially dangerous defect involving the rear suspension coil springs. The issue? Steel coil springs in the rear suspension could become loose and fall off while the vehicle is in motion—creating a serious road hazard for both the driver and oncoming traffic.

This recall, filed under NHTSA Recall No. 26V051 (also known as Jeep Campaign 20D), specifically targets SUVs equipped with conventional steel rear coil springs. If your Grand Cherokee or Grand Cherokee L is fitted with the optional air suspension system, you’re in the clear—this recall does not apply to those models.

Not the First Time: This Issue Has Lingered for Years

This isn’t a new problem. The recall essentially supersedes an earlier 2023 recall (Jeep Campaign 64A) that attempted to address the same defect. However, follow-up investigations by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) found that some vehicles may have been overlooked, left with incomplete recall repairs, or fixed in ways that didn’t fully resolve the issue.

When the latest recall was submitted in January 2026, NHTSA had already logged 20 owner complaints about coil springs becoming loose even after the 2023 repair. Chrysler’s internal investigation uncovered an additional 70 potential cases and 284 warranty claims linked to the problem, prompting the expanded recall.

Which Models Are Affected?

The recall covers:

• 29,139 two-row Grand Cherokee SUVs from the 2021-2023 model years, built between June 30, 2021, and May 31, 2023.
• 51,481 three-row Grand Cherokee L SUVs from the same model years, built between December 5, 2020, and May 31, 2023.

All affected vehicles are equipped with the steel spring suspension system. SUVs outside these production windows, or those that were properly inspected and cleared under the previous recall campaign, are not included.

What Jeep Will Do to Fix the Problem

If your vehicle is part of the recall, Chrysler will instruct dealers to inspect the rear coil spring installation and perform any necessary repairs—at no cost to you. The fix may involve repositioning the spring correctly or replacing it entirely to ensure it stays securely in place.

NHTSA has not advised owners to stop driving their vehicles or to park them outside, but the recall notice warns that drivers may receive no warning before a spring becomes loose. That lack of notice makes this defect particularly concerning.

How to Check If Your Vehicle Is Affected

Owners can verify whether their SUV is included in the recall by:

• Checking their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) against NHTSA’s recall database at www.nhtsa.gov/recalls.
• Visiting Jeep’s Mopar recall site at www.mopar.com/en-us/my-vehicle/recalls/search.html.

Dealer notifications were sent on January 30, 2026, and Chrysler says owner notification letters will begin mailing on February 12, 2026, as inspections and repairs get underway nationwide.

Why This Matters

A loose coil spring isn’t just a minor inconvenience—it’s a significant safety risk. If a spring detaches while driving, it can damage the vehicle, cause loss of control, or become a dangerous projectile on the road. This recall underscores the importance of staying informed about vehicle safety updates and acting quickly when your car is affected.

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