# Jeep Grand Cherokee traction control light: complaints, recalls and what to do **Verdict:** Drive to a shop this week - **Owner complaints:** 132 - **Most complaints:** 2019 (37) - **Related recalls:** 4 - **Verdict:** This week ## Quick answer NHTSA has 132 owner complaints about the traction control light on the Jeep Grand Cherokee (2015-2026 models), most for the **2019** model year (37). There are **4 recalls** for related parts; check yours by VIN. Drive to a shop this week: Yes, a car with a steady traction control light is safe to drive with extra care, since your normal brakes and steering still work. ## Jeep Grand Cherokee traction control light complaints by model year | Model year | Complaints mentioning the traction control light | All complaints that year | Share | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2015 | 6 | 1369 | 0% | | 2016 | 6 | 312 | 2% | | 2017 | 10 | 364 | 3% | | 2018 | 25 | 855 | 3% | | 2019 | 37 | 370 | 10% | | 2020 | 6 | 241 | 2% | | 2021 | 16 | 507 | 3% | | 2022 | 10 | 457 | 2% | | 2023 | 8 | 504 | 2% | | 2024 | 7 | 319 | 2% | | 2025 | 1 | 120 | 1% | 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 traction control light **[25V741000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V741000)** (2022-2026 models, reported 2025-10-30): A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury. **Remedy:** Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will update the high voltage battery software, and replace the high voltage battery, as necessary, free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 17,... **[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. **[24V720000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V720000)** (2022-2024 models, reported 2024-09-27): A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. **Remedy:** This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V741. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, and not to recharge their vehicles until they are repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack... **[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 - "We are aware that Jeep models from 2024-2025 (though not exactly this trim) have had recalls for ABS, brake module, and electronic stability control issues, and these systems share similar or identical computer modules across model lines. Given these known issues and the seriousness of a complete brake system..." -- owner of a 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee, complaint filed 2025 - "After 90 or so minutes inside came out to start vehicle and it would not start, dash lit up with multiple error messages : "Service Transmission Continue in D don't shift or turn off vehicle until you reach a desired location as you may not be able to shift again" "Service Electronic Stability Control" "Auto Park..." -- owner of a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee, complaint filed 2025 - "Upon starting vehicle, system reported collision, ABS warning, traction control warning and wouldn't release automated parking brake. Vehicle was parked and there were no other vehicles in the vicinity while it was parked there." -- 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 traction control light means A flashing traction control light is normal: it means the system is cutting power or braking a wheel to stop it from spinning on a slippery surface. A light that stays on means traction or stability control is turned off or has a fault, often a wheel speed sensor that also triggers the ABS light. The car drives normally, but it is easier to skid. The most common causes, on any make: 1. **System switched off** (common) 2. **Failed wheel speed sensor** (common) 3. **Engine fault disabling the system** (common) 4. **Steering angle sensor needs calibration** (less common) Full causes, what to do and how to reset it: [Traction control light](/warning-lights/traction-control). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a recall for the Jeep Grand Cherokee traction control light? Yes. NHTSA lists 4 related recalls (25V741000, 24V838000, 24V720000, 22V426000) covering 2018-2026 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 traction control light complaints? In NHTSA's database the 2018, 2019 and 2021 Grand Cherokee model years have the most complaints mentioning the traction control light, with 37 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 traction control light on? Drive to a shop this week. Yes, a car with a steady traction control light is safe to drive with extra care, since your normal brakes and steering still work. Slow down in rain, snow or ice, and get it checked soon if the ABS or red brake light is also on. ### 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 - [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 on other models - [Ram 1500](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/ram-1500): 372 complaints - [Chevrolet Silverado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-silverado): 337 complaints - [Jeep Wrangler](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/jeep-wrangler): 247 complaints - [GMC Sierra](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/gmc-sierra): 180 complaints - [Chevrolet Traverse](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-traverse): 133 complaints - [Chevrolet Colorado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-colorado): 128 complaints - [Chevrolet Malibu](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-malibu): 110 complaints - [Jeep Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/jeep-cherokee): 92 complaints - [Ford Explorer](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/ford-explorer): 81 complaints - [Chevrolet Tahoe](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-tahoe): 80 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/traction-control/jeep-grand-cherokee Updated: 2026-11-04 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.