2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 159 brake complaints for the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 20% of all complaints filed for the year, with 10 crashes and 5 injuries reported. Three brake-related recalls (17V572000, 14V154000, 14V104000) cover this model year, and median mileage at failure was 26,298.
- Brakes complaints
- 159
- 20% of 802
- Crashes reported
- 10
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 5
- Median mileage
- 26,298 mi
- Related recalls
- 3
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners describe the brake pedal failing to stop the vehicle at low speeds, sometimes resulting in collisions with fences, trees, or other vehicles.
- Some report the brake pedal feeling like it seized or became hard to depress, requiring extreme force to slow the vehicle.
- Several complaints tie the failure to the Ready Alert Braking (RAB) system, which owners say did not perform as expected during braking events, including after the related recall was issued.
- A few owners mention the vehicle needing a new vacuum pump or master cylinder and booster assembly after brake failure incidents.
- One complaint links an engine RPM surge while parking to a subsequent hard-brake response, requiring the driver to shift into neutral to stop.
- A later complaint describes electrical system failures occurring after brake-related recall repairs were performed.
When 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee brake complaints were filed
First complaint Feb 5, 2013, latest Mar 31, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
- NHTSA 17V572000Sep 18, 2017Brakes646,394 vehicles
Service brakes
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles had brake booster shields installed under a previous campaign to prevent water from entering the brake booster and limiting braking ability. This recall is to verify that the brake booster shield installation was performed properly.
Risk: If the brake booster shield was not installed properly, the vehicle's braking ability may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster shield, correcting the installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November10, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T59.
- NHTSA 14V154000Apr 1, 2014Brakes646,498 vehicles
Service brakes
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured from January 5, 2010, through September 8, 2013. The subject vehicles have a brake booster with a center shell that may corrode and allow water to get inside.
Risk: The water inside could freeze and limit the braking ability of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a water diverter shield to the booster after the booster has been tested to confirm it can hold an acceptable amount of vacuum pressure. If the booster inspection confirms an unacceptable loss of vacuum pressure, the booster will be replaced. Repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began on May 30, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall campaign number is P14.
- NHTSA 14V104000Mar 4, 2014Brakes18,780 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 11, 2011, through October 1, 2012. Under certain braking events, the Ready Alert Braking System (RAB) may result in the driver experiencing a hard brake pedal feel.
Risk: If the driver experiences a hard brake pedal, the driver may not push the pedal as intended, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ABS module software, free of charge. The recall began on April 3, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number associated with this recall is P05.
Brakes complaints by Grand Cherokee model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee have?
- NHTSA lists 159 brake complaints for the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee, which is 20% of all 802 complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
- Yes. Three recalls tied to brakes apply to this model year: 17V572000 for the brake booster shield, 14V154000 for a brake booster water diverter shield, and 14V104000 for an ABS module software update related to the Ready Alert Braking system.
- At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2013 Grand Cherokee?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 26,298 for brake-related complaints on this model year.
- Have brake issues on the 2013 Grand Cherokee caused crashes or injuries?
- Yes. NHTSA records 10 crashes, 1 fire, and 5 injuries linked to brake complaints on the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
- How does the 2013 Grand Cherokee compare to other years for brake complaints?
- The 2013 model's brake complaints made up 20% of its total complaints, similar to 2011 (21%) and 2012 (19%), while 2019 had the highest share at 32%.