The 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 3 recalls, with two serious safety concerns: a transfer case electrical failure that can cause the vehicle to slip into neutral and roll away, and front brake calipers that can crack and significantly increase stopping distance.
The rollaway risk stems from an electrical fault in the transfer case that can shift the drivetrain into neutral without any input from the driver, leaving the vehicle free to move on its own on any slope. On the brake side, affected calipers were not properly manufactured and can fracture during normal braking, reducing the clamping force on the rotors and stretching out the distance needed to bring the vehicle to a stop. There is also a lighting concern: the daytime running lamps on some vehicles were not correctly configured during assembly and may not illuminate at all, reducing the vehicle's visibility to other drivers in daylight conditions.
At a glance
What can fail
An electrical failure in the transfer case may cause it to unexpectedly shift into neutral while driving.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the final drive controller software at no charge to fix the electrical issue.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
Front brake calipers on some vehicles were made improperly and could break during use, causing longer stopping distances.
What the fix does
Your dealer will inspect the front brake calipers and replace them if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The daytime running lamps may not work because they were not set up correctly during manufacturing.
What the fix does
A dealer will check the daytime running lamps and reconfigure them if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
