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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2011 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
6
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
1,639
Latest campaign
Nov 14, 2019

Recall summary by component6

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Electrical system4Nov 14, 2019
Service brakes2Sep 18, 2017

Safety recalls6

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Nov 14, 2019Latest campaign
Nov 14, 201919V813000

Electrical system

A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.

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What's wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6, 5.7, or 6.4 liter engine and previously recalled under NHTSA Recall 14V530 or 15V115. The fuel pump relay inside the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM-7) may fail, causing the vehicle to stall without warning.
Risk
A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) will replace the affected fuel pump relay and related wire harness. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed beginning December 19, 2019. Vehicles that experience a fuel pump failure will receive an interim repair. Owners will receive a second notice when the final remedy becomes available. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V62.
Campaign
NHTSA 19V813000 · Nov 14, 2019
Sep 18, 201717V572000

Service brakes

If the brake booster shield was not installed properly, the vehicle's braking ability may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

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What's wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles had brake booster shields installed under a previous campaign to prevent water from entering the brake booster and limiting braking ability. This recall is to verify that the brake booster shield installation was performed properly.
Risk
If the brake booster shield was not installed properly, the vehicle's braking ability may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster shield, correcting the installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November10, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T59.
Campaign
NHTSA 17V572000 · Sep 18, 2017
Dec 28, 201515V879000

Electrical system: wiring

The vanity lamp wiring may short, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.

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What's wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured December 3, 2009, to September 1, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the wiring for the vanity lamp in the sun visor may short circuit, after having been remedied for a prior recall for the vanity lamp wiring. This recall is also addressing certain vehicles that have not been remedied under that prior recall.
Risk
The vanity lamp wiring may short, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealer will install clearance for sun visor wiring, protection from sharp edges, and replace the sun visor, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R71.
Campaign
NHTSA 15V879000 · Dec 28, 2015
Sep 4, 201414V530000

Electrical system

A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 14V530000
What's wrong
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 5, 2010, to July 20, 2011, and equipped with either a 3.6L or 5.7L engine. In the affected vehicles, the fuel pump relay inside the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM-7) may fail, causing the vehicle to stall without warning.
Risk
A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump relay with one external to the TIPM, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P54. Note: This recall has been superseded by recall 19V813.
Campaign
NHTSA 14V530000 · Sep 4, 2014
Jul 2, 201414V391000

Electrical system: wiring

If the vanity lamp wiring shorts, there is an increased risk of fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 14V391000
What's wrong
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 5, 2010, through December 11, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the wiring for the vanity lamp in the sun visor may short circuit, after a service repair is performed.
Risk
If the vanity lamp wiring shorts, there is an increased risk of fire.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair any damaged wiring, and install a new sun visor that properly routes the wire, free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P36.
Campaign
NHTSA 14V391000 · Jul 2, 2014
Apr 1, 201414V154000

Service brakes

The water inside could freeze and limit the braking ability of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 14V154000
What's wrong
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured from January 5, 2010, through September 8, 2013. The subject vehicles have a brake booster with a center shell that may corrode and allow water to get inside.
Risk
The water inside could freeze and limit the braking ability of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a water diverter shield to the booster after the booster has been tested to confirm it can hold an acceptable amount of vacuum pressure. If the booster inspection confirms an unacceptable loss of vacuum pressure, the booster will be replaced. Repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began on May 30, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall campaign number is P14.
Campaign
NHTSA 14V154000 · Apr 1, 2014
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Owner complaints by component1,639

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
1,639Complaints filed
53Involving a crash
61Involving a fire
47Injuries reported · 2 deaths
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Electrical system780488519
Engine34321672
Service brakes33120812
Fuel/propulsion system24715601
Unknown or other1328275
Power train905611
Steering865311
Air bags60425122
Structure4336512
Suspension372505
Vehicle speed control372804
Exterior lighting372043
Fuel system362000
Gasoline362000
Hydraulic272000

16 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Electrical system

    “The contact owns a 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at a slow speed, the A/C unit started blowing warm air, with the battery, ABS, and malfunction indicator warning lights illuminated.”

    Filed 09/18/2026 · ODI 11765200
  • Engine

    “The car shut off and I can’t get it back on it does not jump I tried replacing the alternator but that’s not it”

    Filed 06/01/2026 · ODI 11741195
  • Air bags

    “The contact owned a 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving 40-45 MPH, the vehicle rear-ended another Jeep vehicle stopped at the red light; however, the air bags failed to deploy.”

    Filed 04/17/2026 · ODI 11731940

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2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee recall questions

How many recalls does the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?

NHTSA lists 6 safety recall campaigns for the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The most recent, 19V813000 (reported November 14, 2019), concerns electrical system. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls for?

The largest group is electrical system, with 4 campaigns. Others: service brakes (2). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 780 complaints out of 1,639 filed with NHTSA (48%). Across all complaints, owners reported 53 crashs and 61 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Jeep). That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Jeep dealer.

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