Recall 21V-873: 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer and 1 more
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Nov 10, 2021, covering about 99,255 vehicles.
The problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Jeep Wagoneer, and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may have incorrect software which can disable the driver, passenger, and knee air bags without warning.
The risk
Disabled air bags can increase the risk of injury to occupants in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will reprogram the ORC, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 2, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y79.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
|---|---|
| Component | Air Bags › Air Bag/Restraint Control Module › Software Air Bags |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 21V873000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2021 | All years |
| Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 2022 | All years |
| Jeep Wagoneer | 2022 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V-873?
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Jeep Wagoneer, and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may have incorrect software which can disable the driver, passenger, and knee air bags without warning.
How is recall 21V-873 fixed?
Dealers will reprogram the ORC, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 2, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y79.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.