# Jeep Grand Cherokee aBS warning light: complaints, recalls and what to do **Verdict:** Drive to a shop this week - **Owner complaints:** 58 - **Most complaints:** 2019 (21) - **Related recalls:** 2 - **Verdict:** This week ## Quick answer NHTSA has 58 owner complaints about the aBS warning light on the Jeep Grand Cherokee (2015-2026 models), most for the **2019** model year (21). There are **2 recalls** for related parts; check yours by VIN. Drive to a shop this week: If only the ABS light is on and the brakes feel normal, you can drive carefully to a shop, leaving more stopping room. ## Jeep Grand Cherokee aBS warning light complaints by model year | Model year | Complaints mentioning the abs light | All complaints that year | Share | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2015 | 3 | 1369 | 0% | | 2016 | 1 | 312 | 0% | | 2017 | 3 | 364 | 1% | | 2018 | 15 | 855 | 2% | | 2019 | 21 | 370 | 6% | | 2020 | 1 | 241 | 0% | | 2022 | 1 | 457 | 0% | | 2023 | 8 | 504 | 2% | | 2024 | 2 | 319 | 1% | | 2025 | 2 | 120 | 2% | | 2026 | 1 | 59 | 2% | Counts are complaints filed with NHTSA whose description mentions this light. They show where owners have had trouble, not a failure rate: popular years collect more complaints simply because more cars are on the road. ## Jeep Grand Cherokee recalls related to the aBS warning light **[24V838000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V838000)** (2018-2019 models, reported 2024-11-07): A vehicle that can be started and shifted out of Park without applying the brake pedal can result in a vehicle rollaway. Disabled ABS and ESC systems can reduce vehicle handling and control in certain driving situations. Brake lights that incorrectly illuminate can fail to properly indicate the driver's intention to... **Remedy:** Dealers will replace the integrated pressure transducer and update the ABS module software, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2025. **[22V426000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V426000)** (2018-2019 models, reported 2022-06-09): A vehicle that starts and shifts out of Park without applying the brake pedal can result in vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash without prior warning and/or injury to others outside of the vehicle. **Remedy:** This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 24V838. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. The remedy includes updated HCU/ABS module software that prevents the HCU/ABS module from falsely reading pressure in the primary circuit. FCA has decided to do a two-Phase... Recall repairs are free at any Jeep dealer. Enter your 17-character VIN at [nhtsa.gov/recalls](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see whether yours is still open. ## What Jeep Grand Cherokee owners report - "The brake pedal became hard and unresponsive, the ABS warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle had very limited stopping power. Fortunately, I was able to safely drive the vehicle to the dealership without an accident or injuries. The dealership diagnosed the problem as a failed brake booster (part # 68734134AB)..." -- owner of a 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee, complaint filed 2026 - "The driver's record is clear of any car accident All forward collision warning alerts were sounding, but the ABS and automatic emergency braking (AEB) did not activate. There was no tire screech or pulsation from the brakes. The vehicle slowed but continued to move forward, resulting in a low-speed frontal..." -- owner of a 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee, complaint filed 2025 - "I had just got in and started my Jeep and noticed the ABS light and Brake light was on, so I went straight to the dealer and the abs had an internal failure and has to be replaced." -- owner of a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee, complaint filed 2026 Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly cleaned for reading. They are owners' own accounts and have not been verified. ## What the aBS warning light means The ABS light means the anti-lock brake system has found a fault and turned itself off. Your regular brakes should still work, but the wheels can lock up in a hard stop, especially on wet or icy roads. The most common cause is a failed wheel speed sensor. If the red brake warning light is also on, the problem may affect normal braking and you should stop driving. The most common causes, on any make: 1. **Failed wheel speed sensor** (most common) 2. **Damaged sensor wiring or tone ring** (common) 3. **Low brake fluid** (less common) 4. **ABS module or pump failure** (less common) Full causes, what to do and how to reset it: [ABS warning light](/warning-lights/abs). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a recall for the Jeep Grand Cherokee abs light? Yes. NHTSA lists 2 related recalls (24V838000, 22V426000) covering 2018-2019 models. Recall repairs are free; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is open. ### Which Jeep Grand Cherokee years have the most abs light complaints? In NHTSA's database the 2018, 2019 and 2023 Grand Cherokee model years have the most complaints mentioning the aBS warning light, with 21 for 2019. Complaint counts reflect how many cars were sold as well as how often problems happen. ### Is it safe to drive a Jeep Grand Cherokee with the abs light on? Drive to a shop this week. If only the ABS light is on and the brakes feel normal, you can drive carefully to a shop, leaving more stopping room. Stop driving and have it towed if the red brake light is on too, the pedal is soft or sinks, or the car pulls hard when braking. ### How do I check if my Jeep Grand Cherokee has an open recall? Enter the 17-character VIN from your dashboard or registration at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Jeep dealer. Open recalls are fixed free of charge, even if you are not the first owner. ## Sources - [NHTSA: Vehicle safety complaints and recalls (api.nhtsa.gov)](https://www.nhtsa.gov/nhtsa-datasets-and-apis) - [NHTSA: Check for recalls by VIN](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) ## Other Jeep Grand Cherokee warning lights - [Airbag (SRS) warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/jeep-grand-cherokee): 57 complaints - [Battery (charging system) warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/battery/jeep-grand-cherokee): 17 complaints - [Brake warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/jeep-grand-cherokee): 142 complaints - [Check engine light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/check-engine/jeep-grand-cherokee): 386 complaints - [Coolant temperature warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/jeep-grand-cherokee): 88 complaints - [Oil pressure warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/oil-pressure/jeep-grand-cherokee): 12 complaints - [Power steering warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/jeep-grand-cherokee): 231 complaints - [Tire pressure (TPMS) light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/tire-pressure/jeep-grand-cherokee): 18 complaints - [Traction control light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/jeep-grand-cherokee): 132 complaints ## ABS warning light on other models - [Ram 1500](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/ram-1500): 280 complaints - [Jeep Wrangler](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/jeep-wrangler): 180 complaints - [Chevrolet Silverado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/chevrolet-silverado): 89 complaints - [Honda Accord](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/honda-accord): 72 complaints - [Chevrolet Traverse](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/chevrolet-traverse): 53 complaints - [Hyundai Santa Fe](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/hyundai-santa-fe): 45 complaints - [Hyundai Sonata](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/hyundai-sonata): 42 complaints - [Toyota Prius](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/toyota-prius): 40 complaints - [GMC Sierra](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/gmc-sierra): 37 complaints - [Kia Sorento](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/kia-sorento): 36 complaints ## Jeep Grand Cherokee - [Jeep Grand Cherokee specs and mpg by year](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/jeep-grand-cherokee) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/jeep-grand-cherokee Updated: 2026-11-04 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.