# Jeep Grand Cherokee power steering warning light: complaints, recalls and what to do **Verdict:** Drive to a shop this week - **Owner complaints:** 231 - **Most complaints:** 2021 (88) - **Related recalls:** 3 - **Verdict:** This week ## Quick answer NHTSA has 231 owner complaints about the power steering warning light on the Jeep Grand Cherokee (2015-2026 models), most for the **2021** model year (88). There are **3 recalls** for related parts; check yours by VIN. Drive to a shop this week: If steering still feels normal, you can drive carefully to a shop. ## Jeep Grand Cherokee power steering warning light complaints by model year | Model year | Complaints mentioning the power steering light | All complaints that year | Share | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2015 | 30 | 1369 | 2% | | 2016 | 7 | 312 | 2% | | 2017 | 10 | 364 | 3% | | 2018 | 5 | 855 | 1% | | 2019 | 4 | 370 | 1% | | 2020 | 7 | 241 | 3% | | 2021 | 88 | 507 | 17% | | 2022 | 41 | 457 | 9% | | 2023 | 27 | 504 | 5% | | 2024 | 9 | 319 | 3% | | 2025 | 3 | 120 | 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 power steering warning light **[24V131000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V131000)** (2024 models, reported 2024-02-22): A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash. **Remedy:** Dealers will replace the steering knuckle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024. **[23V352000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V352000)** (2021-2023 models, reported 2023-05-18): A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash. **Remedy:** Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the intermediate shaft and assembly parts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2023. **[22V154000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V154000)** (2022 models, reported 2022-03-14): Difficulty steering, or a loss of steering control, can increase the risk of a crash. **Remedy:** Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 12, 2022. 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 - "This vehicle has also previously experienced a serious electrical malfunction in which I lost power steering and braking assistance while operating the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealership for this issue and required service. I am reporting this incident because an unexpected failure of the panoramic..." -- owner of a 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee, complaint filed 2026 - "Power Steering Unavailable, Active Lane Assist disabled, Auto Park Disabled, SOS calling unavailable, passenger airbag fault," -- owner of a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee, complaint filed 2024 - "Power steering stopped working when pulling out of parking spot. Then warnings about blind spot and check engine lights came on." -- owner of a 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee, complaint filed 2023 Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly cleaned for reading. They are owners' own accounts and have not been verified. ## What the power steering warning light means The power steering light means the car has detected a fault in the steering assist system, and steering may feel much heavier, especially at low speed and when parking. On most newer cars with electric power steering, a low battery or charging voltage is a common cause. On older cars with hydraulic steering, low fluid or a slipping belt is more likely. You can still steer without assist, but it takes much more effort. The most common causes, on any make: 1. **Low battery or charging voltage** (common) 2. **Electric power steering motor or module fault** (common) 3. **Low power steering fluid (hydraulic systems)** (common) 4. **Steering torque or angle sensor fault** (less common) Full causes, what to do and how to reset it: [Power steering warning light](/warning-lights/power-steering). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a recall for the Jeep Grand Cherokee power steering light? Yes. NHTSA lists 3 related recalls (24V131000, 23V352000, 22V154000) covering 2021-2024 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 power steering light complaints? In NHTSA's database the 2015, 2021 and 2022 Grand Cherokee model years have the most complaints mentioning the power steering warning light, with 88 for 2021. 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 power steering light on? Drive to a shop this week. If steering still feels normal, you can drive carefully to a shop. If steering becomes heavy, jerky or locks up, or the light is red, pull over and stop driving; have the car towed, because sudden loss of assist at speed or in a tight turn can cause a crash. ### 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 - [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 - [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 ## Power steering warning light on other models - [Ram 1500](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/ram-1500): 1061 complaints - [Chevrolet Colorado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/chevrolet-colorado): 810 complaints - [Ford Explorer](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/ford-explorer): 498 complaints - [Chevrolet Silverado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/chevrolet-silverado): 389 complaints - [Honda Civic](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/honda-civic): 387 complaints - [Honda CR-V](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/honda-cr-v): 362 complaints - [Chrysler Pacifica](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/chrysler-pacifica): 252 complaints - [Jeep Wrangler](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/jeep-wrangler): 248 complaints - [Honda Accord](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/honda-accord): 220 complaints - [GMC Sierra](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/gmc-sierra): 212 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/power-steering/jeep-grand-cherokee Updated: 2026-11-04 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.