Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH and slowing for traffic, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the brake pedal was firm. The contact stated that added force was needed to depress the brake pedal to slow the vehicle. The contact almost had to pull onto the shoulder since the vehicle was not slowing as needed. The contact stated that the word "BRAKES" in red was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the Ready Alert Braking System had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. …
The contact owns a 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving approximately 15-25 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated before accelerating as intended. The contact stated that the brake pedal resistance increased while depressing the brake pedal, which required the brake pedal to be depressed to the floorboard. The contact stated that the Emergency Stop Brake engaged unexpectedly while the vehicle was idling and while driving at various speeds. A "Low Battery" message was displayed, and upon inspection, the battery was hot. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who diagnosed failures with the TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module) communication and the transmission; however, the vehicle had not been repaired. …
The contact owns a 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19V813000 (Electrical System) and 17V572000 (Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact called the local dealer and it was confirmed that parts were not available. The contact was placed on the waiting list. The contact stated the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
I brought my vehicle to the dealership (Axis Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Jersey City, NJ) for open safety recalls. The vehicle has been at the dealership for approximately 3 weeks. I was repeatedly told parts were coming (alternator and brake booster), but the repairs were never completed. I was later told I could pick up the vehicle, but no documentation was provided and I have reason to believe the recall repairs were not performed. This has caused delays, inconvenience, and safety concerns.
Brought my 2013 Jeep grand Cherokee in for braking issues, was told abs module has failed. Dealership/Mopar does not have a replacement part for the module and no aftermarket support is available. As a father with a 2y/o and a newborn, this seems unacceptable that a critical component such as the abs module is no longer available 10yrs later.
Plain and simple, I bought my Jeep new in 2014. It was equipped with ready alert braking (rab). In 2016 it failed to stop causing an accident and injuring my wife. Then recently I discovered the rab system on my car had been recalled (14V104000) back in 2014 and I had never been notified. As I reviewed the recall campaign it was abundantly clear it had caused my wife's 2016 accident and injuries. I contact Jeep's hotline relating in an odd quirk I had received written proof in an unrelated correspondence from Chrysler that my 2013 was built with the rab system included. Instead of trying to remedy the recall oversight they told me to "contact my insurance company." a week later I tried to re-explain the fault was with their factory installed and recalled ready alert brake system on my vehicle. …
My vehicle is equipped with Chrysler's ready alert braking system (rab) which Chrysler says is not installed on my vehicle according to it's VIN. The rab system on my vehicle (which was recalled under your campaign 14V104000) caused an accident with injuries exactly you described as the reason for your recall campaign in the first place. Chrysler refuses to acknowledge vehicle is equipped with the system. I have owned the vehicle from new and the rab system was even demonstrated to me by the dealership salesperson during my original test drive. In addition to accident/medical reports, the broken ankle bones could only have come from unforgiving hard brake pedal, during the crash as our vehicle failed to stop.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While driving 25 MPH and attempting to engage the brakes, the brakes failed to stop the vehicle. As a result, the contact rear ended the preceding vehicle. The contact did not sustain any injuries and it was unknown if a police report was filed. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V154000 (service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic); however, the dealer stated that the parts were not available for repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 21,000.
In 2014 had a brake booster recall on my vehicle. All parts were replaced related to the brake booster in May of 2014. On the first below freezing temperature of the season in 2016 my brakes failed when trying to stop at an intersection I went 20 feet pass the stop sign until I was able to stop. Luckily no other vehicles were at the intersection at this time. As I kept pumping the brakes while slowly continuing to drive the braking began to work. I had no other braking issues that day. The very next day with below freezing temperatures I was again unable to stop at the first intersection I approached again no other vehicles were at the intersection. I again continuously pumped the brakes while slowly driving and I immediately brought the vehicle to be serviced. My personal mechanic indicated the problem was with the brake booster. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced failures after it was repaired per NHTSA campaign numbers: 17V572000 (service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic), 15V879000 (electrical system, interior lighting), and 15V115000 (electrical system). The dealer (stevens creek Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram, 4100 stevens creek blvd, san jose, ca 95129, [phone]) performed the recall repairs. The contact felt that manufacturer campaign number: t-36 and NHTSA campaign number: 17V435000 (electrical system) regarding the alternator assembly failed to provide a permanent solution. The contact heard a ticking noise and a fire occurred within months of the dealer's recall repairs. While pulling into a parking area, there was a strong burning odor and smoke appeared under the hood. The contact parked and exited the vehicle. …
Related recalls
Service brakes
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles had brake booster shields installed under a previous campaign to prevent water from entering the brake booster and limiting braking ability.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster shield, correcting the installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November10, 2017.
Service brakes
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured from January 5, 2010, through September 8, 2013. The subject vehicles have a brake booster with a center shell that may corrode and allow water to get inside.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a water diverter shield to the booster after the booster has been tested to confirm it can hold an acceptable amount of vacuum pressure.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 11, 2011, through October 1, 2012. Under certain braking events, the Ready Alert Braking System (RAB) may result in the driver experiencing a hard brake pedal feel.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ABS module software, free of charge. The recall began on April 3, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Brake complaints in other Grand Cherokee years
Frequently asked questions
How common are brake problems on the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
NHTSA has 146 complaints about the brakes of the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 18% of the model year's 805 complaints.
Is there a recall for 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee brake problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 17V-572 (service brakes, Sep 18, 2017); NHTSA recall 14V-154 (service brakes, Apr 1, 2014); NHTSA recall 14V-104 (antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Mar 4, 2014). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee brake problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 21,000 miles, and 54% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 10 crashes, 1 fire and 5 injuries to brakes problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.