Recall 13V483 affects 90,981 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles for ABS, ESC, and instrument-cluster failures. Repair is free at any franchised Jeep dealer.
Jeep recall 13V483 covers 90,981 2014 Grand Cherokee SUVs with disrupted computer communications and loose alternator ground wires. The defect can cause random warning lights, loss of cluster illumination, disabled ABS and electronic stability control, and increased crash risk; the Jeep dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The affected systems on the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee are tied together by the vehicle's electrical network. The instrument cluster shows speed and warning information, ABS helps reduce wheel lockup during braking, and electronic stability control helps the driver maintain control during a skid. Those systems depend on steady computer communication and clean electrical grounding.
On affected Grand Cherokees, loose alternator ground wires disrupt that communication. When the connection is unstable, the vehicle's computers stop sharing information correctly. The result is random instrument-panel warning lights, loss of cluster illumination, and loss of ABS and electronic stability control function.
There is no warning sign before failure. Once the problem appears, the driver can see several warning lights come on at random or the instrument cluster go dark. ABS and electronic stability control are no longer available until the electrical condition is repaired.
Who's affected?
The recall involves three affected systems on the 2014 Grand Cherokee: electronic stability control, electrical system, and hydraulic brake system.
| 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee | Electronic stability control (esc) |
|---|---|
| 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee | electrical system |
| 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 90,981 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A loss of ABS and ESC reduces the driver's ability to control the Grand Cherokee, and missing dashboard warnings mean brake system failures or other displayed failures are not shown to the driver. Either problem increases crash risk. Schedule the recall repair soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Jeep dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Jeep dealer to ask about the free ABS, ESC, instrument-cluster software update, and alternator ground-wire repair.
- Reference recall number 13V483 and Jeep recall N58 when you call the dealer.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, or give the dealer your VIN so the service desk can confirm the open recall.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Watch for warning lights, loss of cluster lighting, or ABS and ESC problems.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jeep technician updates the ABS module software and the instrument cluster module software, then tightens the alternator ground wire. The record lists those steps as the remedy for campaign 13V483, with parts and labor covered by the recall. Because the remedy status is not listed in this input, do not assume scheduling is open from this section alone. The dealer repair will be free once available.
Timeline
| October 17, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 19, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V483?
Recall 13V483 covers 90,981 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles with computer communication problems and loose alternator ground wires that can affect dashboard warnings, ABS, and ESC. Jeep dealers update the ABS and instrument cluster module software and tighten the alternator ground wire for free.
What should I do if my 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Grand Cherokee is included in recall 13V483. If it is, contact a franchised Jeep dealer to schedule the software updates and alternator ground wire repair. Reference recall number 13V483 or Jeep campaign N58 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. For recall 13V483, Jeep dealers update the ABS and instrument cluster module software and tighten the alternator ground wire free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced vehicle control if ABS and ESC stop working, plus missing dashboard warnings for brake system failures or other faults. Either condition increases crash risk. The repair restores the related software functions and secures the alternator ground wire.
What warning signs should I watch for?
Watch for random illumination of multiple instrument cluster warning lights, loss of cluster illumination, or signs that ABS or ESC is not working. Those symptoms match the recall description. Check your VIN even if the vehicle seems normal, because the VIN decides recall eligibility.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V483000 |
|---|---|
| Jeep customer service | 1-800-247-9753 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V483 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V483000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →