Jeep Grand Cherokee Recall R/2014/133: Brake Pedal May Not Perform Correctly, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 5 Nov 2014
- Launched
- 20
- vehicles in the UK
- P05
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Jeep recalled Grand Cherokee vehicles built between 11 October 2011 and 1 October 2012. Under certain braking events the Ready Alert Braking System (RAB) may result in the driver experiencing a hard brake pedal feel. The dealer will update the RAB software in the ABS ECU. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Under certain braking events the Ready Alert Braking System (RAB) may result in the driver experiencing a hard brake pedal feel. If the driver experiences a hard brake pedal they may not push the pedal as intended which can result in a lengthening of the stopping distance of the vehicle so increasing the risk of a crash.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: BRAKE PEDAL MAY NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY Defect: Under certain braking events the Ready Alert Braking System (RAB) may result in the driver experiencing a hard brake pedal feel. If the driver experiences a hard brake pedal they may not push the pedal as intended which can result in a lengthening of the stopping distance of the vehicle so increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles to update the RAB software in the ABS ECU.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in the driver experiencing a hard brake pedal feel.
The Fix
The dealer will update the RAB software in the ABS ECU. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Grand Cherokee built between 11 October 2011 and 1 October 2012 may be included. Jeep estimates 20 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Jeep, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Jeep.
- Book with any franchised Jeep dealer, quoting the campaign code P05 or the DVSA reference R/2014/133. See how to get a Jeep recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Cherokee, WranglerJeep Wrangler and 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee PHEV vehicles. High voltage battery | Urgent | R/2026/029 | |
| Grand CherokeeJeep Grand Cherokee 3.0L diesel. Loss of crankshaft reference position. Software update | Urgent | R/2025/485 | |
| Grand CherokeeJeep Grand Cherokee 2023-2024. 2nd row head restraints | Low | R/2025/384 | |
| Grand CherokeeHeating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) blower motor inoperable | Low | R/2025/286 | |
| Grand CherokeeJeep Grand Cherokee steering column control module (SCCM) internal failure | Urgent | R/2024/330 |
This is one of 112 Jeep recalls in DVSA’s data. The Jeep recall launched before it was R/2014/132 on 5 Nov 2014, for indicators may not function correctly. The one launched after it was R/2014/139 on 7 Nov 2014, for risk of fire. You can also see every Jeep recall, all recalls launched in 2014 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2014/133, launched 5 November 2014. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.