2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Coil Springs Recall (26V051)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · 80,620 vehicles · Reported January 29, 2026
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling 80,620 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee; 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The rear coil springs may be incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving. Rear coil springs that detach from the vehicle while driving increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 26V051 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V051000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 20D |
| Date reported to NHTSA | January 29, 2026 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Vehicles | 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee; 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L |
| Units affected | 80,620 |
| Component | Suspension > Rear > Springs > Coil Springs |
| Safety risk | Rear coil springs that detach from the vehicle while driving increase the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L in recall 26V051?
The rear coil springs may be incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L and 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The rear coil springs may be incorrectly installed and detach from the vehicle while driving.
Is it safe to drive a 2021-2023 Grand Cherokee L with recall 26V051?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: Rear coil springs that detach from the vehicle while driving increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: Rear coil springs that detach from the vehicle while driving increase the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Grand Cherokee L shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the coil springs, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 26V051?
Recall 26V051 covers 80,620 vehicles: 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee; 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L.
NHTSA lists 80,620 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-2023 | Jeep | Grand Cherokee |
| 2021-2023 | Jeep | Grand Cherokee L |
What is the fix for the Grand Cherokee L coil springs recall?
Yes. Dealers will inspect and repair the rear coil spring assembly, as necessary, free of charge.
Dealers will inspect and repair the rear coil spring assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed February 12, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in March 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 20D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 30, 2026. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 23V413. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
When was recall 26V051 announced?
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported recall 26V051 to NHTSA on January 29, 2026.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| June 30, 2021 | First affected vehicle built (per Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)'s filing). |
| January 29, 2026 | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 26V051000. |
| February 12, 2026 | Letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 8 months ago. If your Grand Cherokee L was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Grand Cherokee L is part of recall 26V051?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 26V051 is open on your Grand Cherokee L, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 26V051000 is open on your Grand Cherokee L, it will be listed there, along with Jeep recall number 20D. You can also ask any Jeep dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should Grand Cherokee L owners do about recall 26V051?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 26V051000 applies to your Grand Cherokee L.
- Call a Jeep dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any coil springs symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Grand Cherokee L owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 896 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 142 of them about the suspension, wheels and tires.
Since recall 26V051 was reported on January 29, 2026, owners have filed 52 complaints with NHTSA about the suspension, wheels and tires on these vehicles. 6 of them (12%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the suspension, wheels and tires and were received on or after January 29, 2026, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 7, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related suspension, wheels and tires issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 896 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 142 of them involve the suspension, wheels and tires. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 388 complaints in total, 65 about the suspension, wheels and tires
- 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 261 complaints in total, 23 about the suspension, wheels and tires
- 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L: 93 complaints in total, 39 about the suspension, wheels and tires
- 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L: 81 complaints in total, 10 about the suspension, wheels and tires
- 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L: 73 complaints in total, 5 about the suspension, wheels and tires
A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):
Lower control bushings and Main battery Bushings wearing causing noise Yes took vehicle to Jeep Dealership Jeep Dealership did a diagnostic and checks the lower bushings Warning for Stop/Start Service and started this Month…
2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee owner, NC, NHTSA complaint 11658657, filed May 3, 2025
Purchased used 22 GC summit reserve V8 and within hours of leaving dealer I knew something was very wrong with the front suspension.
2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11665214, filed June 6, 2025
I bought this Jeep new in 2023 and it started making this noise when it had 7000 miles on it. If was normal operational noise, why didn't it have it when it was new? Many owners on Jeep forums (JeepGarage, WLJeepForum, JeepForum, WranglerForum) report: Rattle starts light and worsens with heat soak.
2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee owner, NY, NHTSA complaint 11674116, filed July 16, 2025
Can recall 26V051 make my Grand Cherokee L a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Owners often ask whether this coil springs recall means their Grand Cherokee L qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Suspension, wheel and tire defects can affect handling and control. Clunks, pulling and vibration that return after a repair point to a defect that has not been fixed.
This campaign follows an earlier recall for the same issue. A second recall can mean the first remedy failed, and repeated repair attempts on the same defect are the core of most lemon law claims.
Earlier campaigns on these vehicles involving the same component: 23V413000.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 26V051
Did the recall 26V051 fix work?
Since recall 26V051 was reported on January 29, 2026, owners have filed 52 complaints with NHTSA about the suspension, wheels and tires on these vehicles. 6 of them (12%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
Is the 26V051000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Grand Cherokee L is part of recall 26V051000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 26V051000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 7, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq., Founder and Managing Attorney of America’s Lemon Lawyer (Wynn Law Group, APC). Licensed by the State Bar of California, No. 362320. His practice focuses on California lemon law under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act.
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