Chrysler is recalling 201,976 Jeep sport utility vehicles in the United States over a software error in the tire pressure monitoring system. The Jeep recall is filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration as campaign 26V559 and was made public on 9 September 2026. Dealers will reprogram the affected module free of charge.
Which Jeep Models Are Affected
The Jeep recall covers nine model lines built across three model years. The manufacturer of record is FCA US LLC, the Chrysler business that Stellantis owns, and the recall applies to vehicles registered in the United States.
| Model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Jeep Wagoneer | 2024-2025 |
| Jeep Wagoneer L | 2025 |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2024-2026 |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee L | 2024-2026 |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE | 2024-2026 |
| Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 2024-2026 |
| Jeep Grand Wagoneer L | 2025-2026 |
| Jeep Cherokee | 2026 |
| Jeep Grand Wagoneer L PHEV | 2026 |
NHTSA’s own recall record gives the total of 201,976 vehicles without publishing a public split by model. A model-by-model breakdown published by the recall-tracking site My Pro Street, whose individual figures add up exactly to that total, puts the Grand Cherokee at 113,647 vehicles and the Grand Cherokee L at 57,456, with the 2026 Cherokee and the 2026 Grand Wagoneer L PHEV at one vehicle each. Those per-model numbers come from a single source and are not independently confirmed here.
What Goes Wrong With the Tire Pressure Warning
The fault sits in the radio frequency hub, the module that receives the signals sent by the pressure sensors inside each wheel. A software error means the system may fail to detect low tire pressure, fail to light the dashboard warning symbol, or both.
NHTSA’s filing states the consequence plainly: a warning light that fails to notify the driver of low tire pressure increases the risk of a crash. The agency classifies the vehicles as failing to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 138, the American rule that governs tire pressure monitoring systems.
That standard is what defines “low” in this context. FMVSS 138 requires the dashboard telltale to illuminate within 20 minutes of a tire falling to 25% or more below the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended cold inflation pressure, which is the figure printed on the placard inside the driver’s door frame rather than a single national number. A vehicle whose system misses that threshold is non-compliant regardless of whether anything has gone wrong on the road.
The Fix Is Free, but It Is Not Over the Air
The remedy is a software update to the radio frequency hub, carried out by a dealer at no cost to the owner. Despite being a software problem, NHTSA’s record for campaign 26V559 marks it as not an over-the-air update, so the vehicle has to be taken in physically.
Software-based remedies are now routine in vehicle safety work, alongside long-running hardware campaigns such as BMW’s recall of 1.5 million vehicles over a brake system fault, and regulator scrutiny of automated driving systems including the Tesla Cybercab investigation opened earlier in September 2026.
The recall record also carries no “do not drive” or “park outside” advisory, the flags NHTSA applies to defects it considers an immediate hazard such as fire risk. Neither is attached to this campaign.
When Owners Will Hear, and How to Check Sooner
Chrysler’s schedule and the official channels are set out in the recall filing:
- 29 September 2026: Owner notification letters are expected to begin going out by first-class mail.
- Through 21 October 2026: Notification continues in phases, so not every owner receives a letter on the same day.
- 9 September 2026: The vehicle identification numbers covered by the recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov, which allows an owner to check a specific vehicle before any letter arrives.
- FCA US customer service: 1-800-853-1403, the number listed in the filing for questions about this campaign.
- Recall numbers: NHTSA campaign 26V559; the manufacturer’s own internal number for the same recall is 54D.
Recall repairs of this kind are carried out at no charge under United States federal law, and that applies whether or not the vehicle is still within its original warranty period.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Vehicles Are in the September 2026 Jeep Recall?
2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer, 2025 Wagoneer L, 2024-2026 Grand Cherokee, Grand Cherokee L, Grand Cherokee 4XE and Grand Wagoneer, 2025-2026 Grand Wagoneer L, and the 2026 Cherokee and Grand Wagoneer L PHEV. The recall covers 201,976 vehicles in the United States.
What Is the Jeep Recall Number?
The NHTSA campaign number is 26V559. FCA US LLC uses its own reference, 54D, for the same recall.
Does the Jeep Recall Repair Cost Anything?
No. Dealers reprogram the radio frequency hub software free of charge, as stated in the recall filing.
Can the Jeep Recall Be Fixed With a Software Update at Home?
No. NHTSA’s record for campaign 26V559 lists it as not an over-the-air update, so the software has to be installed by a dealer.
When Will Jeep Owners Be Notified?
Letters are expected to be mailed from 29 September 2026, with phased notification continuing to 21 October 2026. Affected vehicle identification numbers have been searchable on NHTSA.gov since 9 September 2026.
