The 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee has two recalls, both carrying equal severity, with the most immediate danger being front seat heating elements that can overheat and start a fire inside the cabin. This affects vehicles where the seat heater element was replaced, either as part of a prior recall repair or through an aftermarket service part. The earlier repair did not fully resolve the risk. The second recall involves the steering gear, where a retaining nut may not have been properly tightened and secured during assembly, and can work loose over time, potentially affecting steering control.
At a glance
What can fail
Front seat electric heater elements may overheat and ignite, potentially causing fire, property damage, or injury.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front seat heater elements with properly functioning ones.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The bulkhead retainer nut in the steering gear may not be properly tightened or secured. This can cause it to loosen during steering, leading to excessive play in the steering system and potentially a seized steering gear.
What the fix does
The entire steering gear assembly will be replaced with a properly assembled unit.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
