Recall 18V759 affects 4,822 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles for floor mats that can trap the accelerator pedal. Free repair at franchised Jeep dealers.
Jeep is recalling 4,822 2018 Grand Cherokee SRT and Trackhawk vehicles because the driver's floor mat can sit too close to the accelerator pedal. If the mat keeps the pedal from returning to idle, crash risk increases; Jeep dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The driver's floor mat in the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee is supposed to sit flat in the footwell and stay clear of the accelerator pedal. It protects the carpet, but it also has to leave enough room for the pedal to move down and return to idle when your foot lifts.
On affected Grand Cherokees, the driver's floor mat profile does not leave acceptable clearance around the accelerator pedal. The mat can interfere with the pedal and trap it in a pressed position. When that happens, the pedal does not return to idle on its own, so the engine keeps receiving an accelerator request.
The warning sign is an accelerator pedal that stays in a fixed position or does not return normally after you lift your foot. The brake-throttle override is designed to help: if the pedal is held and the brakes are applied, the engine disregards the continued accelerator request and returns to idle.
Who's affected?
| 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee | Floor mat |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 4,822 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A floor mat that traps the accelerator pedal can keep the engine from returning to idle and increase the risk of a crash. If the pedal feels stuck, brake firmly, pull over when safe, and arrange service promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Jeep dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Jeep dealer to schedule the free driver's floor-mat replacement that restores clearance around the accelerator pedal.
- Bring the recall notice if you received one. If not, reference recall number 18V759 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and stop using any driver's floor mat that interferes with accelerator pedal return.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jeep technician replaces any affected driver's floor mat with a corrected mat so the accelerator pedal has proper clearance and returns to idle. The replacement mat and labor are free under recall 18V759. The reimbursement plan covers owners who already paid for a related repair before the recall notice. The owner letter asks customers to send the original receipt or other proof of payment to the company for expense confirmation. Keep a copy for your records.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 29, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 15, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 18, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| December 18, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 18, 2018 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| December 18, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V759?
Recall 18V759 covers 4,822 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT and Trackhawk vehicles with driver's floor mats that lack enough clearance near the accelerator pedal. The mat can keep the pedal from returning to idle, increasing crash risk. Jeep dealers replace the affected floor mats for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Grand Cherokee is included in recall 18V759. If it is, contact a franchised Jeep dealer and schedule the floor-mat replacement. Reference recall 18V759 or Jeep recall number UB3 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair this safety defect at no cost. A franchised Jeep dealer will replace affected driver's floor mats free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unintended acceleration if the driver's floor mat holds the accelerator pedal down. If the pedal does not return to idle, the driver has a higher crash risk. Check your VIN, then have a Jeep dealer replace the affected floor mat for free.
What if I bought my 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Grand Cherokee is included, then call a franchised Jeep dealer and reference recall 18V759 or Jeep recall number UB3.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V759000 |
|---|---|
| Jeep customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V759 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V759000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →