Jeep Recall 22V-544: Exterior lighting – tail lights

Affected: 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe. Filed with NHTSA on July 28, 2022, covering about 99,186 vehicles.

The problem

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The tail light side marker assemblies may be damaged and not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamp, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

The risk

A tail light side marker that does not illuminate can reduce vehicle visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace both body-mounted tail light assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 8, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z50.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign22V-544 (22V544000)
Manufacturer numberZ50
ManufacturerChrysler (FCA US, LLC)
ComponentExterior lighting › Tail lights
Report dateJuly 28, 2022
Owners notifiedJune 8, 2023
Vehicles affected99,186
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the lights

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 22V-544 repair free?

Yes. Jeep dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and replace both body-mounted tail light assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 8, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 99,186 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.