Jeep Recall 21V-797: Exterior lighting – headlights

Affected: 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Filed with NHTSA on October 14, 2021, covering about 7,082 vehicles.

The problem

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles not equipped with automatic high beams. When the master lighting switch is set to the auto position, the high beam headlights will not activate unless the master lighting switch is first changed to the 'on" position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

The risk

Difficulty activating the headlight high beams may result in reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will reprogram the vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y66.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign21V-797 (21V797000)
Manufacturer numberY66
ManufacturerChrysler (FCA US, LLC)
ComponentExterior lighting › Headlights
Report dateOctober 14, 2021
Owners notifiedOctober 28, 2021
Vehicles affected7,082
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the lights

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 21V-797 repair free?

Yes. Jeep dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will reprogram the vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y66.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 7,082 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.