# Jeep Grand Cherokee brake warning light: complaints, recalls and what to do **Verdict:** Stop driving - **Owner complaints:** 142 - **Most complaints:** 2022 (32) - **Related recalls:** 3 - **Verdict:** Stop now ## Quick answer NHTSA has 142 owner complaints about the brake warning light on the Jeep Grand Cherokee (2015-2026 models), most for the **2022** model year (32). There are **3 recalls** for related parts; check yours by VIN. Stop driving: If the light goes out when you release the parking brake, you are fine. ## Jeep Grand Cherokee brake warning light complaints by model year | Model year | Complaints mentioning the brake light | All complaints that year | Share | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2015 | 16 | 1369 | 1% | | 2016 | 8 | 312 | 3% | | 2017 | 9 | 364 | 2% | | 2018 | 15 | 855 | 2% | | 2019 | 21 | 370 | 6% | | 2020 | 1 | 241 | 0% | | 2021 | 11 | 507 | 2% | | 2022 | 32 | 457 | 7% | | 2023 | 19 | 504 | 4% | | 2024 | 5 | 319 | 2% | | 2025 | 3 | 120 | 3% | | 2026 | 2 | 59 | 3% | 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 brake 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... **[16V168000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V168000)** (2015-2016 models, reported 2016-03-23): A cracked brake caliper may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash. **Remedy:** Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front left brake caliper and depending on its casting date, replace it, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on May 12, 2016. 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 shift to park sensor/ indicator would come on , the knob to park lights would flash as well as the emergency brake would be activated and would not allow the vehicle to go back into drive until the vehicle was shut off completely . Twice it almost caused an accident ." -- owner of a 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee, complaint filed 2026 - "During this most recent visit, the vehicle also had a red brake warning displayed on the dashboard. The dealership advised me that this warning was related to a computer issue that required a reset. The reset was performed and I was advised that the braking system was functioning properly. The warning has not..." -- owner of a 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee, complaint filed 2026 - "When the light goes on - it has braked on its own without me touching the pedal. DCI- is the code the dealership says is coming up No fix for it" -- owner of a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee, complaint filed 2025 Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly cleaned for reading. They are owners' own accounts and have not been verified. ## What the brake warning light means The red brake warning light most often means the parking brake is still on. If it stays on after you fully release the parking brake, the brake fluid is likely low, which can mean worn pads or a leak in the brake system. A brake light that stays on while driving is a reason to pull over and check, because a fluid leak can lead to loss of braking. The most common causes, on any make: 1. **Parking brake on or not fully released** (most common) 2. **Low brake fluid from worn pads** (common) 3. **Brake fluid leak** (less common) 4. **Faulty fluid level sensor or parking brake switch** (less common) Full causes, what to do and how to reset it: [Brake warning light](/warning-lights/brake). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a recall for the Jeep Grand Cherokee brake light? Yes. NHTSA lists 3 related recalls (24V838000, 22V426000, 16V168000) covering 2015-2019 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 brake light complaints? In NHTSA's database the 2019, 2022 and 2023 Grand Cherokee model years have the most complaints mentioning the brake warning light, with 32 for 2022. 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 brake light on? Stop driving. If the light goes out when you release the parking brake, you are fine. If it stays on, especially with a soft pedal, low fluid, or the ABS light also on, stop driving and have the car towed, because the brakes may fail. ### 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 - [ABS warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/jeep-grand-cherokee): 58 complaints - [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 - [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 ## Brake warning light on other models - [Honda CR-V](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/honda-cr-v): 561 complaints - [Chevrolet Silverado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/chevrolet-silverado): 383 complaints - [Honda Accord](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/honda-accord): 360 complaints - [Honda Pilot](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/honda-pilot): 223 complaints - [Jeep Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/jeep-cherokee): 215 complaints - [Ram 1500](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/ram-1500): 208 complaints - [GMC Sierra](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/gmc-sierra): 206 complaints - [Honda Odyssey](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/honda-odyssey): 176 complaints - [Chevrolet Equinox](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/chevrolet-equinox): 154 complaints - [Chevrolet Tahoe](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/chevrolet-tahoe): 136 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/brake/jeep-grand-cherokee Updated: 2026-11-04 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.