If your VIN is in recall 22V154, Dodge will replace the binding steering gear assembly for free at any franchised Dodge dealer.
Dodge is recalling 931 2021-2022 Durango and Grand Cherokee 4XE vehicles because the steering gear rack bar was not hardened enough during manufacturing. A binding rack bar can make steering difficult or cause loss of steering control, and Dodge dealers will replace the steering gear assembly free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The electric power steering gear assembly in affected 2021-2022 Durango and Grand Cherokee 4XE vehicles turns steering-wheel movement into movement at the front wheels. Inside that assembly, the rack bar slides left and right inside the steering rack. The electric assist helps the driver move that rack with less effort.
On vehicles covered by NHTSA campaign 22V154, the steering gear rack bar was not hardened enough during manufacturing. A rack bar with hardness below specification can bend or yield under load. If that happens, the bar can bind inside the rack, making the vehicle difficult to steer or leading to a loss of steering control.
There is no warning sign before failure. A steering wheel that suddenly becomes hard to turn is the failure itself, not an early cue.
Who's affected?
Covers two model lines across the 2021 and 2022 model years, all tied to the electric power steering gear assembly.
| 2021 Dodge Durango | steering system |
|---|---|
| 2022 Dodge Durango | steering system |
| 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE | steering system |
| Units affected | 931 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Difficulty steering, or loss of steering control, increases the risk of a crash because the vehicle becomes harder to direct. There is no warning sign before failure, so schedule the recall repair soon and avoid unnecessary driving until it is complete. Repair is free at any franchised Dodge dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2022 Dodge Durango or Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Dodge dealer to schedule the free steering-gear assembly replacement that fixes the binding steering rack.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 22V154 and Dodge recall Z18 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Watch for difficult steering and leave extra room to slow down or pull over safely.
- Call Dodge customer service at 1-800-852-1403 with questions about scheduling or recall coverage.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Dodge technician replaces the steering gear assembly covered by recall 22V154. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid out of pocket for a steering gear repair tied to this defect, FCA US's reimbursement process asks you to send the original receipt or other proof of payment to the company for review. Keep copies of any repair order, payment record, and dealer paperwork before you submit them.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 14, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 3, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| May 3, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 3, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| May 3, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| May 12, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V154?
Recall 22V154 covers 931 2021-2022 Dodge Durango and 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE vehicles with a steering gear rack bar that was not hardened enough during manufacturing. The rack bar can bind inside the steering rack, causing difficult steering or loss of steering control.
What should I do if my 2021-2022 Dodge Durango or 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 22V154. If it is, contact a franchised Dodge dealer to schedule the steering gear assembly replacement. Reference recall number 22V154 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Dodge dealers will replace the steering gear assembly free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for vehicles included in recall 22V154.
What is the safety risk in recall 22V154?
The safety risk is difficult steering or loss of steering control. NHTSA campaign 22V154 says that difficulty steering, or a loss of steering control, can increase the risk of a crash. The dealer repair replaces the steering gear assembly for free.
When were owners notified about recall 22V154?
Dodge mailed owner notification letters on May 12, 2022. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Durango or Grand Cherokee 4XE is included before calling the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V154000 |
|---|---|
| Dodge customer service | 1-800-852-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V154 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V154000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →