Jeep Grand Cherokee Recall R/2014/168: Vehicle May Become Unstable, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 9 Jan 2015
- Launched
- 903
- vehicles in the UK
- P64
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Jeep recalled Grand Cherokee vehicles built between 3 October 2013 and 11 April 2014. The Steering Column Control Module (SSCM) may be affected by electrical interference. The dealer will reprogram the SCCM. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The Steering Column Control Module (SSCM) may be affected by electrical interference. This may disable the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system. Though the ESC warning lamp will illuminate the ESC may not be operable on demand.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: VEHICLE MAY BECOME UNSTABLE Defect: The Steering Column Control Module (SSCM) may be affected by electrical interference. This may disable the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system. Though the ESC warning lamp will illuminate the ESC may not be operable on demand. Remedy: Reprogram the SCCM
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: vehicle may become unstable.
The Fix
The dealer will reprogram the SCCM. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Grand Cherokee built between 3 October 2013 and 11 April 2014 may be included. Jeep estimates 903 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 P64 or the DVSA reference R/2014/168. 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/2014/166 on 12 Dec 2014, for rear suspension may detach. The one launched after it was R/2015/074 on 21 Apr 2015, for risk of fire. You can also see every Jeep recall, all recalls launched in 2015 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2014/168, launched 9 January 2015. 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.