NHTSA Recall 21V950000: Software (exterior lighting) and headlights (exterior lighting)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 36,929 vehicles. It affects 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V950000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | Y72 |
| Components | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE; EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS |
| Report received | December 9, 2021 |
| Owner notification | December 23, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles equipped with smart lighting modules (SLM). An incomplete SLM software update may cause one or both headlights to become inoperable. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
Inoperable headlights can reduce visibility for the driver and oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the SLM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y72.
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 21V950000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2021 |
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.