Recall 22V180 covers 4,586 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee 4XE vehicles with missing child-seat tether welds. Free repair at any franchised Jeep dealer.
Jeep is recalling 4,586 2021-2022 Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee 4XE vehicles because a seat back frame weld for the child seat tether anchorage is missing. A separated tether during a crash increases the risk of injury, and Jeep dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear seat back frame in the 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee 4XE is the metal structure inside the second row seat. The child seat tether anchor is supposed to be welded to that frame, giving the top tether on a child restraint a solid attachment point. When a child restraint uses the top tether, this anchor helps hold the seat in position.
On affected vehicles, Jeep says one or both second row seats were built with a missing weld or missing welds between the seat back frame and the child tether. Without that weld, the tether anchor is not attached to the seat frame as designed. That is why the vehicles do not meet the child restraint anchorage standard.
There is no warning sign before failure. The seat, tether anchor, and trim can look normal, so the VIN decides whether this repair applies.
Who's affected?
Both listed components point to the same rear seat back frame part, 68545265AA.
| 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE | seat assembly |
| 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE | Vehicle tether anchor |
| 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee | Vehicle tether anchor |
| Units affected | 4,586 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific SUV.
What's the safety risk?
A missing weld can let the child seat tether separate from the seat frame during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. There is no warning sign before this failure, so use the VIN result to confirm whether your vehicle is included and schedule the inspection. Repair is free at any franchised Jeep dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee or Grand Cherokee 4XE is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Jeep dealer to schedule the free seat-back-frame inspection and replacement if the missing child-seat-tether weld is found.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 22V180 when you call.
- Avoid using the affected second-row child-seat tether until the dealer completes the inspection or repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jeep technician inspects the second-row seat back frame, including the area tied to the child seat tether anchorage. If the frame is missing the required weld or does not pass inspection, the technician replaces the seat back frame. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. If you already paid out of pocket for this repair, FCA US asks owners to send the original receipt or other adequate proof of payment so the expense can be reviewed for reimbursement.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 24, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 7, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| May 13, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| May 13, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 13, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| May 13, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V180?
Recall 22V180 covers 4,586 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee 4XE vehicles with a possible missing weld between the seat back frame and child seat tether anchorage. Jeep dealers will inspect the seat back frame and replace it if needed for free.
What should I do if my 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee or Grand Cherokee 4XE is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 22V180. If it is, contact a franchised Jeep dealer to schedule the seat back frame inspection. Reference recall number 22V180 when you call. The inspection and needed replacement are free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 22V180, Jeep dealers will inspect the second-row seat back frame and replace it if needed, with parts and labor covered.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is tied to a child seat tether anchorage. In a crash, a missing weld can let the tether separate from the seat frame, increasing injury risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the free dealer inspection and repair.
What if I bought my 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 specific Jeep is included, then give the dealer recall number 22V180 when you schedule the inspection.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V180000 |
|---|---|
| Jeep customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V180 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V180000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (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 →