Recall 22V426 covers 206,502 2018-2019 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles for ABS software rollaway risk. Repair is free at any franchised Dodge dealer.
Dodge recall 22V426 covers 206,502 2018-2019 Durango and Grand Cherokee SUVs because a malfunctioning ABS module can turn on the brake lights and let the vehicle start and shift out of Park without the brake pedal. The defect creates a rollaway risk without prior warning, and Dodge dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The hydraulic control unit and antilock brake system module on affected 2018-2019 Dodge Durango and Grand Cherokee vehicles helps manage brake pressure. It is part of the system that prevents wheel lockup during hard braking and reads pressure in the brake circuit so the vehicle knows when the brake pedal is being applied.
On these vehicles, the module falsely reads pressure in the primary brake circuit. That false signal can turn the brake lights on even when the pedal is not pressed. It can also let the vehicle start and shift out of Park without the brake pedal being applied. Dodge's repair updates the HCU/ABS module software so the module no longer makes that false pressure reading.
There is no warning sign before failure. After the failure occurs, a dash light can come on, or the brake lights can stay on after the vehicle is parked or turned off.
Who's affected?
Covers Durango and Grand Cherokee SUVs across the 2018 and 2019 model years, all tied to the hydraulic brake system.
| 2018 Dodge Durango | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| 2019 Dodge Durango | hydraulic brake system |
| 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee | hydraulic brake system |
| 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 206,502 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 495 field incidents to date. |
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?
If the vehicle starts and shifts out of Park without the brake pedal pressed, it can roll away and increase the risk of a crash or injury to people outside the vehicle. There is no warning sign before failure. Schedule the software remedy soon. Repair is free at any franchised Dodge dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2019 Dodge Durango or Grand Cherokee is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Dodge dealer to schedule the free HCU/ABS software update that fixes the false brake-pressure reading linked to rollaway risk.
- Ask the dealer whether recall 24V838 also applies, because vehicles repaired under recall 22V426 need the newer remedy completed.
- Bring the recall notice if Dodge mailed one. If not, reference recall number 22V426 when you call.
- Set the parking brake every time you park, keep your foot on the brake when starting or shifting, and keep people clear of the vehicle until the update is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Dodge technician installs updated HCU/ABS module software so the module does not falsely read pressure in the primary circuit. The recall has been replaced by NHTSA recall 24V838, so vehicles already repaired under 22V426 still need the new remedy completed. The software update, parts, and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid for this repair, FCA asks for the original receipt or other adequate proof of payment so it can confirm the expense under its reimbursement practice.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 9, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 29, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| July 29, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 29, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| November 29, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V426?
Recall 22V426 covers 206,502 2018-2019 Dodge Durango and Grand Cherokee vehicles with an ABS module malfunction. The issue can illuminate the brake lights and let the vehicle start and shift out of Park without pressing the brake pedal, creating rollaway risk without prior warning.
What should I do if my 2018-2019 Dodge Durango or Grand Cherokee is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 22V426. If it is, contact a franchised Dodge dealer and reference recall 22V426, which was replaced by NHTSA recall 24V838. Vehicles repaired under 22V426 still need the newer remedy completed.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to complete the recall repair at no cost. The remedy includes updated HCU/ABS module software, and Dodge dealers complete the covered recall work free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is vehicle rollaway. If the ABS module falsely reads brake pressure, the vehicle can start and shift out of Park without the brake pedal being applied. That increases crash risk and injury risk to people outside the vehicle, without prior warning.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recalls follow the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2018-2019 Dodge Durango or Grand Cherokee is included, then call a franchised Dodge dealer with recall 22V426 and replacement recall 24V838.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V426000 |
|---|---|
| Dodge customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V426 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V426000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (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 →