2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee · symptom sheet
Brake warning light stays on
- 48owner reports
- 68,408median miles
- 1involved a crash
Newest report Jun 24, 2026 · checked Sep 19, 2026
48 of the 115 reports of brake wear on the 2019 Grand Cherokee describe brake light on.
Part of Brakes grind, pulse or wear early (115 reports) · also: ABS light on
Tick what matches of 48 reports
What got replaced
Owners who name the part that was replaced mention the module (12 reports) and the brake fluid sensor (3 reports).
Recalls and investigations
2 recalls on the service brakes, hydraulic cover the 2019 model year. A recall on the same system isn't always the same failure, so read the defect text.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles. A malfunction in the antilock-brake system (ABS) module may incorrectly illuminate the brake lights and disable the ABS and electronic stability control (ESC). In addition, the vehicle operator may be able to start and shift out of Park without the brake pedal being applied.
Risk and remedy
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. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 94B. This recall replaces previous recall number 22V-426. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-426 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles. A malfunction in the antilock-brake system (ABS) module may illuminate the brake lights, and allow the vehicle to start and shift out of Park without the brake pedal being applied.
Risk and remedy
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 Campaign remedy schedule. Phase 1 began November 17, 2022. Phase 2 begin date has not been determined yet. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed July 28, 2020. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 29, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z48.
NHTSA investigations into the service brakes, hydraulic on the Grand Cherokee
Brake roter disc/hud separation. Closed mar 28, 2000, led to recall 00V-136.
NHTSA summary
Brake disc/hub separation. Closed jan 9, 1998, led to recall 98V-005.
NHTSA summary
Brake disc/hub separation. Closed jan 13, 1997.
NHTSA summary
None of these investigations covers the 2019 model year.
When it happens
The middle half of failures fell between 42,000 and 79,881 miles, from the 38 reports that gave a mileage.
What owners wrote
“My truck slips out of gear because brake lights stay illuminated stays on can shift from any get without applying the brake pedal”
Filed Jan 3, 2025
“Vehicle was purchased on 8/11/2022. After the vehicle was stopped, turned off & emergency brake set, the brake lights continued to stay on for several minutes.”
Filed Aug 26, 2022
Should you keep driving it?
This page can't tell you that. 1 of 48 reports involved a crash. Owners who file are the ones who had a bad experience, and nobody checks their reports. If the problem affects steering, braking, power or a fire risk, treat it as a safety fault and have it inspected before a long or high-speed drive.
File your own report with NHTSA. Complaint counts are how a problem gets an investigation.
Other problems on this car
- Infotainment, screen or backup camera fails 62 reports
- Engine stalls or loses power while driving 52 reports
- Check engine light or misfire 31 reports