Stellantis is recalling 328,381 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs because a rear coil spring installed incorrectly on the assembly line can shift out of position and separate from the vehicle while it’s being driven, according to the safety recall report Chrysler (FCA US) filed with NHTSA under campaign number 26V562.

The defect involves the lower isolator that positions and cushions the rear coil spring against the suspension. When it’s misaligned, the spring can work itself loose and detach entirely — with no warning before it happens, according to the filing. A detached spring at speed doesn’t just threaten the Jeep’s own occupants; it can strike other vehicles or create a road hazard that causes a separate crash with no advance notice to anyone involved.

This is the third time Stellantis has gone after this exact problem. The new campaign, filed August 26, 2026, formally supersedes two earlier recalls covering the same rear coil spring issue, and it now folds in vehicles that were already serviced under those prior fixes — meaning owners who had the earlier repair done still need to bring their Jeep back in. As of the company’s August 6 filing, Chrysler said it was not aware of any crashes or injuries tied to the defect, but it had logged 406 warranty claims and 29 customer assistance records connected to the spring problem across all markets.

What’s Affected

• 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee (97,477 units)
• 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L (215,433 units)
• 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrid (15,471 units)
• Vehicles built between December 5, 2020, and May 31, 2023
• Models equipped with air suspension are excluded — this only hits the standard coil-spring setup

What Owners Should Do

• Dealers began VIN lookups on September 9, 2026, so owners can check eligibility now rather than waiting on the mail
• Written owner notification letters are expected to start going out September 29, 2026
• Dealers will replace both rear coil spring lower isolators (part number 68668244AA) at no charge
• Owners who already paid for a similar repair related to this issue may be eligible for reimbursement — keep receipts
• Anyone who notices unusual clunking, sagging, or an uneven rear ride height should get the SUV inspected immediately rather than waiting for the scheduled letter

Three recall attempts at the same fix in three years is not a great look for Stellantis, especially on a suspension component this basic. NHTSA’s public recall database lists the campaign as open, and owners can also call Chrysler directly at 1-800-853-1403 and reference recall number 89D, or reach NHTSA’s own safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for questions the dealership can’t answer.