The problem
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.
The risk
If the vehicle shifts into neutral, it may roll away increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.
The fix
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 details
| NHTSA campaign | 13V-175 (13V175000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | N23 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Electrical system |
| Report date | May 7, 2013 |
| Owners notified | August 15, 2013 |
| Vehicles affected | 295,345 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
- 2006 Jeep Commander electrical problems 753
- 2007 Jeep Commander electrical problems 517
- 2008 Jeep Commander electrical problems 269
- 2009 Jeep Commander electrical problems 28
- 2010 Jeep Commander electrical problems 18
- 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee electrical problems 927
- 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee electrical problems 753
- 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee electrical problems 658
- 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee electrical problems 472
- 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee electrical problems 47
- 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee electrical problems 47
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 13V-175 repair free?
Yes. Jeep dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 295,345 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.