Chrysler Recalls 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Models for Brake Software Defect
Chrysler is recalling 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer L vehicles because brake software may disable stability control and brake assist, increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking and stability systems that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer and Jeep Grand Wagoneer L vehicles. The recall involves approximately 11,980 vehicles. The defect is located in the brake system control module software, which may cause a loss of electronic stability control and a loss of electronic brake assist. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 126 and 135.
A loss of electronic stability control and/or electronic brake assist increases the risk of a crash. No specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.
Dealers will update the brake system control module software free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on July 30, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 50D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 9, 2026.
The recalled product
- Product
- JEEP GRAND WAGONEER L, GRAND WAGONEER
- Brand
- JEEP
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Category
- Vehicle — SUV
- Affected units
- 11,980
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 (2)
- GRAND WAGONEER L
- GRAND WAGONEER
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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