Recall 24V434 covers 53 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles with a loose second-row seat belt buckle bolt. Repair is free at any franchised Jeep dealer.
Jeep is recalling 53 2023 Grand Cherokee SUVs because a second-row seat belt buckle bolt was not tightened properly. In a crash, the loose buckle can fail to restrain an occupant as designed and increase injury risk; Jeep dealers will inspect and tighten the buckle bolt free of charge.
Does this recall apply to your specific vehicle?
The official, free per-VIN recall check is run by NHTSA. Enter your VIN and we'll forward you directly — and add you to a free watchlist so you hear about new recalls for your vehicle.
Check my VIN at NHTSARecallNotify doesn't check your VIN — NHTSA's official tool does. We use your email only to alert you to new recalls.
Watch this vehicle for recalls
Add it to your free watchlist and we will alert you as new federal recalls are posted for your year, make and model. New-recall alerts are rolling out now.
You are on the watchlist.
We will email you as new federal recalls are posted for your vehicle.
What's wrong?
The second-row seat belt buckle in the 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee is the latch point that holds the belt around a rear-seat passenger. Its anchor bolt fastens that buckle assembly to the seat structure. When the bolt is tightened to the correct torque, the buckle is held in the position and strength range required for the restraint system.
On affected Grand Cherokee vehicles, that buckle anchor bolt was not tightened properly during assembly. An under-tightened fastener can leave the buckle less secure than designed. If the belt has to restrain a passenger, that loose anchor point can reduce how well the second-row seat belt holds the occupant in place.
There is no warning sign before failure. The buckle can still look and click normally, so the owner cannot confirm this condition by inspection or by feel.
Who's affected?
| 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee | seat belt |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 53 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
An improperly secured second-row seat belt buckle bolt can keep the belt from properly restraining an occupant in a crash, increasing injury risk. There is no warning sign before a crash exposes the problem, so confirm your VIN and schedule the inspection soon. Repair is free at any franchised Jeep dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Jeep dealer to schedule the free second-row seat belt buckle bolt inspection and tightening so the buckle is properly secured.
- Bring the recall notice if Jeep mailed one. If not, reference recall number 24V434 when you call.
- Avoid carrying passengers in the second row until the dealer confirms the seat belt buckle bolt is tight.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jeep technician inspects the second-row seat belt buckle bolt and tightens it if it is loose. The inspection and tightening are free under the recall. If you already paid for a related seat belt buckle or anchor repair before the owner letter, FCA US's reimbursement policy covers confirmed expenses. Send the original receipt or other proof of payment to FCA US as directed in the owner letter, or ask the service desk to help route the paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 13, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 9, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 2, 2024 | Dealer notification began |
| August 2, 2024 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 2, 2024 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| August 2, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V434?
Recall 24V434 covers 53 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles with a second-row seat belt buckle bolt that was not tightened properly. The loose fastener means the buckle can fail to restrain an occupant correctly in a crash, increasing injury risk. Jeep dealers will inspect and tighten the bolt for free.
What should I do if my 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific SUV is included in recall 24V434. If it is, contact a franchised Jeep dealer to schedule the second-row seat buckle bolt inspection. Reference recall 24V434 or Jeep recall number 70B when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Jeep dealers will inspect and tighten the second-row seat buckle bolt free of charge. Use recall 24V434 or Jeep recall number 70B when you speak with the service desk.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is weaker crash restraint for someone sitting in the second row. If the buckle bolt is not tightened properly, the seat belt buckle can fail to hold the occupant correctly during a crash, increasing injury risk. The dealer inspection and bolt tightening address that defect.
When were owners notified about recall 24V434?
Jeep mailed owner notification letters on July 9, 2024. If you bought the vehicle used or never received the letter, check your VIN and call a franchised Jeep dealer with recall 24V434 or Jeep recall number 70B.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V434000 |
|---|---|
| Jeep customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V434 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V434000 |
Source documents
-
Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (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 →