Recall 26V224 affects 32 2026 Jeep Wrangler vehicles for insufficient child seat tether welds. Repair is free at any franchised Jeep dealer.
Jeep is recalling 32 2026 Wrangler vehicles because the child seat tether welds on the second-row, right-side seat frame are insufficient. In a crash, that weak anchor can reduce proper child restraint and increase injury risk; Jeep dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The child seat tether anchor in the 2026 Jeep Wrangler is the metal attachment point used with a forward-facing child seat's top tether strap. In this recall, the affected anchor is on the second-row, right-side seat frame. When it is built correctly, the anchor helps hold the child seat more tightly against the vehicle seat during a crash.
On affected Wranglers, the weld that joins the child tether anchor to the seat back frame is insufficient. A weld is the metal bond that locks those parts together. If that bond is weak, the anchor does not provide the strength required for the child restraint system, reducing the seat's ability to properly restrain a child in a crash.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is inside the welded seat frame, so an owner is unlikely to feel, hear, or see a change before the tether anchor is loaded in a crash.
Who's affected?
VINs became searchable on April 16, 2026.
| 2026 Jeep Wrangler | Vehicle tether anchor |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 32 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2026 Jeep Wrangler is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the second row, right side seat frame does not hold a child restraint properly during a crash, the child has an increased risk of injury. If your VIN is included, schedule the seat frame replacement soon before carrying a child in that seat. Repair is free at any franchised Jeep dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2026 Jeep Wrangler is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Jeep dealer to schedule the free second-row, right-side seat-frame replacement that fixes the weak child-seat tether welds.
- Bring the recall notice if it has arrived, and reference recall number 26V224 when you call.
- Avoid using the second-row, right-side tether anchor for a child restraint until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jeep technician replaces the second-row, right-side seat frame tied to the child seat tether weld issue. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid out of pocket for this seat-frame repair before the recall notice, use the manufacturer's general reimbursement plan. Bring receipts and prior repair paperwork to the service desk, and ask FCA customer service how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 9, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 16, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| April 16, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 16, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| April 16, 2026 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| May 29, 2026 | Final remedy owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V224?
Recall 26V224 covers 32 2026 Jeep Wrangler vehicles with a child seat tether weld concern on the second-row, right-side seat frame. The issue affects the seat's ability to restrain a child during a crash. Jeep dealers will replace the seat frame for free.
What should I do if my 2026 Jeep Wrangler is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Wrangler is included in recall 26V224. If it is, contact a franchised Jeep dealer to schedule replacement of the second-row, right-side seat frame. Reference recall number 26V224 and FCA recall number 27D when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Jeep dealers will replace the second-row, right-side seat frame free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for vehicles included in recall 26V224.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced child restraint protection during a crash. The affected tether welds can reduce the second-row, right-side seat frame's ability to properly restrain a child, increasing injury risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the free dealer repair.
When will Jeep notify owners?
Jeep expects owner notification letters to be mailed May 29, 2026. You do not need to wait for a letter to act. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Jeep dealer or FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403 with recall number 26V224.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V224000 |
|---|---|
| Jeep customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V224 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V224000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Remedy Instructions (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (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 →