Known Recalls

Model year record

2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee

4 recall campaigns on file for this model year. 1,765 owner complaints on file.

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 14V438000

Electrical system: ignition: switch

Component
Electrical system: ignition: switch
Manufacturer
Chrysler Group LLC
Vehicles affected
649,353
Reported to NHTSA
2014-07-21
Owners notified
2015-10-09

Defect description

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, drivers should adjust their seat to allow clearance between the driver's knee and the ignition key, and remove all items from their key ring, leaving only the vehicle key. Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, to July 5, 2007, and 2006-2007 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, to July 5, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the driver may accidentally hit the ignition key with their knee, unintentionally knocking the key out of the run position, turning off the engine.

Safety risk

If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. Chrysler sent interim notifications to owners in September 2014. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P41.

Recall campaignNHTSA 13V175000

Electrical system

Component
Electrical system
Manufacturer
Chrysler Group LLC
Vehicles affected
295,345
Reported to NHTSA
2013-05-07
Owners notified
2013-08-15

Defect description

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, through March 9, 2010; and 2006-2010 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, through March 10, 2010. A transfer case electrical failure may result in an unintentional shifting of the transfer case into the neutral position.

Safety risk

If the vehicle shifts into neutral, it may roll away increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the final drive controller which governs the transfer case, with new software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N23.

Recall campaignNHTSA 07V434000

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module

Component
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Vehicles affected
296,550
Reported to NHTSA
2007-09-14
Owners notified
2007-10-22

Defect description

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE SOFTWARE PROGRAMMED INTO THE ABS ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE MAY ALLOW A MOMENTARY DELAY IN BRAKING WHEN COASTING UP A HILL DURING CERTAIN CONDITIONS.

Safety risk

THIS COULD CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ABS ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE WITH NEW SOFTWARE THAT PREVENTS THIS CONDITION FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 22, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Recall campaignNHTSA 06V295000

Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module

Component
Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module
Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Vehicles affected
15,021
Reported to NHTSA
2006-08-08
Owners notified
2006-08-02

Defect description

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE INFLATOR CONNECTOR FOR THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY ASSEMBLED.

Safety risk

THE AIR BAG MAY NOT INFLATE PROPERLY WHICH CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY IN CERTAIN CRASH CONDITIONS.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE DRIVER'S FRONT AIR BAG INFLATOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN THE WEEK OF AUGUST 2, 2006. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

ComponentComplaintsMedian mileage
Electrical system72693,000 mi
Power train14097,006 mi
Engine12590,000 mi
Unknown or other74106,400 mi
Exterior lighting5990,102 mi
Air bags58110,000 mi
Service brakes5795,038 mi
Structure: body5472,000 mi
Vehicle speed control4863,890 mi
Seat belts4393,000 mi
Structure: body: door4170,000 mi
Steering3685,597 mi
Engine and engine cooling3242,318 mi
Electronic stability control (ESC)31100,428 mi
Power train: automatic transmission2535,800 mi
Engine and engine cooling: engine2118,000 mi
Latches/locks/linkages2056,000 mi
Structure1850,000 mi
Electrical system: ignition: switch1278,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion system1198,347 mi
Tires1020,000 mi
Suspension8110,000 mi
Fuel system, gasoline655,000 mi
Electrical system: ignition513,000 mi
Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch549,000 mi
Seats5—
Air bags: frontal411,165 mi
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel420,000 mi
Exterior lighting: headlights420,000 mi
Interior lighting461,200 mi
Wheels47,000 mi
Service brakes, electric327,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic355,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip33,059 mi
Traction control system354,000 mi
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal318,300 mi
Visibility: power window devices and controls365,000 mi
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly38,220 mi
Child seat25,200 mi
Electrical system: horn21,200 mi
Electrical system: ignition: module210,000 mi
Electrical system: instrument panel: speedometer/odometer2167,000 mi
Electrical system: software2—
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: catalytic convertor21,600 mi
Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/TECM)217,000 mi
Power train: transfer case (4-wheel drive)21,400 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module240,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotor215,000 mi
Structure: body: door: hinge and attachments21,200 mi
Suspension: front245,102 mi
Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems255,000 mi
Visibility/wiper28,000 mi
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator1186,000 mi
Electrical system: starter assembly150,000 mi
Equipment1—
Equipment: appliance: air conditioner1112,000 mi
Equipment: mechanical: integrated jack/leveler/stabilizer120,000 mi
Exterior lighting: headlights: switch168,000 mi
Exterior lighting: turn signal: switch1—
Parking brake138,000 mi
Power train: automatic transmission: torque converter15,000 mi
Power train: axle assembly113,000 mi
Power train: driveline153,000 mi
Power train: driveline: universal joint122,500 mi
Seat belts: front136,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages1900 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: hydraulic124,000 mi
Steering: electric power assist system13,059 mi
Structure: body: hatchback/liftgate145,600 mi
Structure: body: hatchback/liftgate: support device/strut141,000 mi
Structure: body: hood: hinge and attachments124,362 mi
Structure: frame and members: underbody shields195,000 mi
Structure: motorcycle: kickstand/center stand127,000 mi
Tires: sidewall1—
Vehicle speed control: cruise control1100,000 mi
Visibility179,000 mi
Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system: fan/motor179,000 mi
Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system: rear window1—

The 2005 model has about half as many complaints as this one. The 2007 model has roughly the same number of complaints as this one. These figures reflect raw complaint counts, not failure rates. Higher-selling model years naturally receive more complaints.

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.