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Jeep Cherokee Brake Control Problem May Disable Systems
high How serious is it? About this label
Losing anti-lock brakes or electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.
Key facts
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V223000 |
|---|---|
| Reported to NHTSA | Apr 9, 2026 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Part affected | Electronic Stability Control (esc) |
| Vehicles covered | 1 model/year combination, model years 2026 |
| Do-not-drive advisory | No |
| Park-outside advisory | No |
| Repair | Free at any franchised dealer |
What's wrong, in plain English
Jeep is recalling certain Cherokee vehicles because the brake system's control unit may not work properly. This can cause the anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control to stop working. Dealers will update the software in the brake system's control unit to address the recall. The software update is free of charge.
What you should do
Where do I find my VIN, and what do I tell the dealer?
Your VIN is the 17-character code on the lower left of the windshield, on your registration and usually on your insurance card. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether this recall is still open on your car. When you call the dealer, say you have an open safety recall and give them NHTSA campaign number 26V223000. More in how recalls work.
Affected vehicles (1)
Who to contact
Jeep — official Jeep recall lookup
Customer service: 1-800-853-1403
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Official notice
- Component
- ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The brake system control module may fail to operate properly, which can cause a loss of anti-lock brakes (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC).
- Safety risk
- A loss of anti-lock brakes or electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the brake system control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 29D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 16, 2026.
Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.