NHTSA Recall 20V699000: Gas recirculation valve (egr valve) (engine and engine cooling)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 28,884 vehicles. It affects 2014–2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V699000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | W79 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM › EMISSION CONTROL › GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) |
| Report received | November 12, 2020 |
| Owner notification | March 11, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with the 3.0L EcoDiesel engines. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system. This mixture may combust inside the intake manifold.
Safety risk
Combustion in the intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EGR cooler, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect and, as necessary, replace the intake manifold. Parts are not currently available. Owners were mailed an interim notification on December 21, 2021. A second notification will be mailed when parts are available, currently expected to be around March 11, 2021. The recall began March 11, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is W79.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 20V699000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.