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NHTSA Recall 21V873000: Software (air bags) and air bags

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 99,255 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

99,255
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2021
owners notified (December 2)
NHTSA campaign21V873000
Manufacturer campaignY79
ComponentsAIR BAGS › AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE; AIR BAGS
Report receivedNovember 10, 2021
Owner notificationDecember 2, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Jeep Wagoneer, and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may have incorrect software which can disable the driver, passenger, and knee air bags without warning.

Safety risk

Disabled air bags can increase the risk of injury to occupants in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will reprogram the ORC, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 2, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y79.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 21V873000

Make and modelModel years
Jeep Grand Cherokee2021
Jeep Grand Wagoneer2022
Jeep Wagoneer2022

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.