A faulty sensor may lead to a delayed deployment of the airbag during certain crashes and may be noncompliant with federal safety regulations.
WASHINGTON — More than 400,000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles are under recall over a software glitch that could delay deployment of the side airbag in a crash.
FCA US is recalling 419,035 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L models as the software in those vehicles could allow the side airbag pressure sensors to stay on longer than they should, draining the life of the sensor. The software error is in the occupant restraint controller module.
A faulty sensor may lead to a delayed deployment of the airbag during certain crashes and may be noncompliant with federal safety regulations. It can also increase the risk of injury.
The recall covers cars produced between May 16, 2022 and Oct. 9, 2025.
In the May 21 recall notice, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said out of the recalled vehicles, just 1% is suspected to have the defect.
According to the notice, consumers may not be able to see warning signs if the car has the faulty sensors. However, once the fault sets, the airbag warning light will remain illuminated in the cluster and a chime will be heard when starting the car.
FCA US said it became aware if the defect in February 2023 after a small number of warranty claims were reported related to door airbag pressure sensors.
Consumers who have the recalled vehicles will be notified starting the week of June 11 to head to dealerships for a software update to remedy the defect, free of charge.
If you’re not sure whether your vehicle is included, you can check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.