The defect
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The radiator crossmember bolts may not be properly secured, which can lead to improper air bag deployments and a fuel leak during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
The risk
An improper air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury. A fuel leak can increase the risk of a fire.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect and secure the crossmember bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 9, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is D1B.
NHTSA's own wording · initiated by MFR
Vehicles covered
| Model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2024 |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee L | 2024 |
Components: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Model years in this recall
NHTSA complaints and the number of recall campaigns for each model year this recall covers.
| Model | Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2024 | 249 | 16 |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee L | 2024 | 42 | 8 |
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27 of the 950 recall campaigns reported to NHTSA in 2024 concerned the engine and engine cooling; Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) filed 225 campaigns in all.
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