Recall 26V051 covers 80,620 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L and Grand Cherokee vehicles with rear coil springs that detach. Free dealer repair once available.
Jeep is recalling 80,620 2021-2023 Grand Cherokee L and Grand Cherokee SUVs because rear coil springs installed incorrectly can detach while the vehicle is moving. A detached spring increases crash risk, and the Jeep dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The rear coil spring on 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L and Grand Cherokee vehicles helps support the rear of the SUV and absorb bumps. It sits in the rear suspension with a lower spring isolator, a pad that helps hold the spring in the correct position and keeps metal suspension parts from rubbing against each other.
On affected SUVs, the issue is tied to installation, not a defective spring. During the earlier recall repair, the rear coil spring assembly was not correctly seated on some vehicles, or the vehicle still has an incomplete recall status. If the spring is out of position, it can move loose and detach from the vehicle while driving.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner will not have a reliable noise, light, or handling change that proves the spring is about to come out of position, so the VIN and dealer inspection decide whether this repair is needed.
Who's affected?
VINs became searchable on January 30, 2026.
| 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L | rear suspension |
| 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L | rear suspension |
| 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee | rear suspension |
| 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee | rear suspension |
| Units affected | 80,620 |
| 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 your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Rear coil springs that separate from the vehicle while driving increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure, so do not wait for a dashboard light or noise to confirm the problem. If your VIN is included, schedule the recall repair promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Jeep dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L or Grand Cherokee is included in this recall.
- Watch for Jeep's final repair letter before scheduling the rear coil spring inspection and repair.
- Call a franchised Jeep dealer and ask whether recall number 26V051 is open for your VIN.
- Keep driving exposure low until the rear coil spring assembly is inspected; a detached rear spring can increase crash risk.
- Bring any Jeep recall letter to the dealer once the final remedy opens; vehicles repaired under recall 23V413 still need this new remedy.
What happens at the repair
Once the final remedy is available, a Jeep technician will inspect the rear coil spring assembly and repair it as needed. The final dealer repair will be free, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Interim owner letters have already warned owners about the safety risk, and additional letters follow when the final repair opens. If you already paid out of pocket for a related rear coil spring repair before the recall notice, the manufacturer's general reimbursement plan on file covers documented expenses. Bring repair paperwork to the Jeep service desk and ask how to submit it.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 29, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 30, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| January 30, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 30, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| February 12, 2026 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| March 12, 2026 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V051?
Recall 26V051 covers 80,620 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L and 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles with rear coil springs that can detach while driving. Jeep dealers will inspect and repair the rear coil spring assembly for free.
What should I do if my 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L or 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 26V051. If it is, contact a franchised Jeep dealer and ask for the rear coil spring inspection and repair. Reference recall number 26V051 and FCA recall number 20D when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost. Jeep dealers will inspect and repair the rear coil spring assembly free of charge, including vehicles that were already repaired under recall 23V413 and need the new remedy completed.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that a rear coil spring can detach from the vehicle while driving, increasing crash risk. If your VIN is included, ask the dealer how to handle the vehicle before the repair appointment, especially if you notice rear suspension noise or handling changes.
When will Jeep owners be notified?
Jeep mailed interim owner letters on February 12, 2026 to explain the safety risk. The source record said additional letters were anticipated in March 2026 once the final remedy was available. A VIN check gives the clearest answer for your specific vehicle now.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V051000 |
|---|---|
| Jeep customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V051 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V051000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Remedy Instructions (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →