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Service bulletins for the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

291 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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31-006-192019-12-16. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
08-089-192019-10-28. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. Flash Over The Air (FOTA) Software Update RA3 and RA4 Radio This bulletin provides information regarding the latest Flash Over The Air (FOTA) update and provides the service technician an overview of the steps a customer will need to take to complete the update.
23-001-19 REV. B2019-10-28. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT. Dash and Door Appliques Delaminating - X77 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves replacing carbon fiber interior trim appliques that have suffered delamination issues. Some customers may comment on one of the following: The carbon fiber inner doors and instrument panel appliques are delaminating. The outer layer of a carbon fiber applique is separating from the inner layer.
90032202019-10-28. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. RADIO [RES] - New and/or Service Exchange For RES radio concerns. Use the wiTECH 2.0 and inspect the radio part number and serial number under the Radio/ECU Details tab. Please verify that the radio part number and/or serial number is not "FFFF". If either field shows "FFFF", please contact Mike Wielgat at 248-576-6696 or Rohan Negandhi at 248-421-9608 If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
90040762019-07-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE. Oil Filter Adapter If replacing Oil Filter Adapter due to oil leak, please be aware a seal kit is available for repair. If replacing due to missing Spring Loaded Check Valve, a replacement spring and check valve are now available through MOPAR.
18-113-152019-05-20. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. The customer may describe a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) has been set: ? P0122 - Throttle Position Sensor 1 Circuit Low (6.4L engine (sales code ESG). ? P0123 - Throttle Position Sensor 1 Circuit High (6.4L engine (sales code ESG). ? P0222 - Throttle Position Sensor 2 Circuit Low (6.4L engine (sales code ESG). ? P0223 - Throttle Position Sensor 2 Circuit High (6.4L engine (sales code ESG). ? P0456 - Evap System Small Leak.
08-115-152019-05-20. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Hands Free Feature Inoperative This bulletin involves updating the Hands Free Module (HFM) software. The customer may notice that the hands free feature (Bluetooth) does not work. On further inspection Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC), U0197 - Lost Communication With Hands Free Phone Module may be found.
05-002-152018-12-10. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER. Front Brake Squeak/Squeal Noise This bulletin involves replacing the front brake caliper guide pin bushings. The customer may describe a front brake squeak/squeal noise at cold temperatures or with cold brakes after sitting. Noise is most prevalent during a low-speed stop with light brake pedal effort.
08-038-152018-12-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); POWER TRAIN. RBZ Or RHB Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves upgrading the software on the RBZ or RHB Radio. The customer may experience one or more of the following. ? When changing the language on the radio, the navigation may still display English. ? Help prevent navigation lockup. ? Ghost image of the vehicle?s brand logo on the display screen. ? Digital photos loaded onto the hard drive intermittently get lost. ? Sirius audio pop on power up. ? HFM audio pop on power up. ? HFM Mode resume with no information. SYMPTOM/CONDITION FOR RHB RADIOS ONLY: ? Trip planner does not save a route after is was created. ? Route guidance does not activate after the vehicle shuts down. ? Longitude entry does not allow enough digits. ? CD/DVD will not play. ? Navigation accept screen will not clear. ? Navigation shows ?acquiring signal? for an extended period of time. ? New navigation graphics.
05-006-152018-12-03. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. Front Brake Squeak/Squeal Noise This bulletin involves replacing the front brake rotors. The customer may describe a high frequency front brake squeal or squeak, at approximately 8.4kHz. Noise may be intermittent, so not always possible to duplicate.
21-035-152018-11-26. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Flash: Transmission Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with new software. The customer may experience one or more of the following: Grand Cherokee/Durango 3.6L Engine (Sales Code ERB) ? Erratic shifting complaints while driving up steep hills or towing during hot ambient temperature conditions. ? Transmission shifting does not meet customers expectation while towing a loaded trailer in high ambients (>32°C/90°F). ? Poor performance and/or poor powertrain response when trying to accelerate from speeds >58 kph (36 mph) - All Markets. ? Poor performance and/or poor powertrain response when trying to accelerate from speeds >48 kph (30 mph) - Japan/Taiwan/China vehicles only. ? Transmission shifts inconsistently (gear hunting) when driving up/down steep hills or when towing a trailer. Grand Cherokee 6.4L Engine (Sales Code ESG) ? Poor acceleration or performance above 113 kph (70 mph). ? Transmission shifting while accelerating from a stop does not meet customers expectation. ? Harsh shifting during acceleration with moderate accelerator pedal and then lifting off the accelerator pedal. ? Cannot accelerate up a steep incline or with a loaded trailer in reverse. Wrangler 3.6L Engine (Sales Code ERB) ? Erratic shifting complaints while driving up steep hills or towing during hot ambient temperature conditions. ? Hanging in gear (2nd Gear) when driving up steep hill or Towing (Rubicon ONLY). ? Transmission shifting does not meet customers expectation while towing a loaded trailer in high ambients (>32°C/90°F). ? Poor performance and/or poor powertrain response when trying to accelerate from speeds >48 kph (30 mph) - Japan/Taiwan/China vehicles only. ? Delayed Drive to Reverse shift engagement when the transfer case is in Low Range (4LO) - Rubicon Only. Wrangler 2.8L Engine (Sales Code ENS) Erratic while driving in Low Range (4LO). Transmission shifts in
07-003-152018-11-19. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Service Bulletin/RRT 07-003-14/14-057 Superseded By Customer Satisfaction Notification (CSN) P49 Refer to service procedures outlined in CSN P49.
08-008-152018-11-19. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: DTC P0405 / P0406 - MIL Light On This bulletin involves reprogramming the Engine Control Module (ECM) with new software. A small number of customers may report the MIL light is on. On further inspection Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC), P0405 - EGR POSITION SENSOR CIRCUIT LOW and/or P0406 - EGR POSITION SENSOR CIRCUIT HIGH may be found.
07-002-152018-11-19. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Idler Pulley Noise During Cold Start This bulletin involves replacing the idler pulley. The customer may describe a loud high frequency noise that happens within 20 seconds of engine startup and lasts about 90 seconds intermittently during a cold engine start, approximately 0 degrees C (32 degrees F) and below.
08-015-152018-09-24. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN; STEERING. Flash: Gear Shift Indicator System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Power Control Module (PCM) with new software. A small number of customers may experience improper gear shift point indications displayed in the EVIC if the paddle shift mode is selected on the steering wheel.
07-002-15 REV. A2018-09-24. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Idler Pulley Noise During Cold Start This bulletin involves replacing the idler pulley. The customer may describe a loud high frequency noise that happens within 20 seconds of engine startup and lasts about 90 seconds intermittently during a cold engine start, approximately 0 degrees C (32 degrees F) and below.
07-003-142018-06-18. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE); ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Coolant Weepage At EGR Hose This bulletin involves replacing the EGR hose. The EGR coolant hose may weep coolant.
18-034-14 REV. A2018-06-18. Service bulletin. ENGINE. P0520- Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Circuit This bulletin involves replacing the oil pressure sensor with a revised part. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been set: P0520 - Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Circuit
18-036-142018-06-18. Service bulletin. ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Difficult to Start Engine In Cold Ambient Temps When Using the Block Heater. Also Includes Powertrain System Enhancements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. A small number of customers may experience the following condition: Engine is difficult to start in extreme cold ambient temps when using the block heater. This release improves the spark and fueling strategy used under these conditions.The following system improvements have also been included in this software release: Improved Electronic Voltage Regulator control to more precisely maintain system voltage.
18-035-142018-06-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Flash: Surge, Shudder or Pulsation at Highway Speeds This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software.This is an optional software update that should only be used in situations where the customer is specifically complaining of the condition described below. A small number of customers may experience a surge, shudder or pulsation type sensation when driving on smooth road surfaces at highway speeds of 40-80 mph (64-129 km/h). Some customers may also describe the sensation similar to that of a fish biting on a fishing line.This is an optional software update that should only be used in situations where the customer is specifically complaining of the above condition. There will be two separate software options displayed on the wiTECH flash tab. The software file released for this SB contains the verbiage ?REFERENCE SB 18-035-14. THIS FLASH TO BE USED ONLY FOR SHUDDER COMPLAINTS?. The other file is the standard software that does not contain improvements for this complaint. If for some reason the customer finds this shudder improvement objectionable, the PCM software may be returned/reflashed to the standard version.If the customer complains of the above condition, perform the Repair Procedure.
17-002-142018-06-18. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER. Rear Shock Absorber Low Speed Rattle Chuckle Noise This bulletin involves replacing both rear shock upper mounts. The rear shocks may produce a rattle chuckle noise while driving over bumps at low speed. The noise is more prevalent at higher shock temperatures.
Z5091195A$2018-06-11. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. RES / RHA / REB radio that supports Bluetooth and Hands-Free For issues with Bluetooth, Hands-Free Calling, and/or Voice Commands, DO NOT replace the radio. Diagnose the Hands-Free Module system (also called the Telematics Module). The Telematics Module (and associated components) is the system responsible for these features. A power cycle may be required for the hands-free module for proper diagnosis.~ Please reference; 8T - Navigation/Telecommunication Diagnosis and Testing (DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HANDS FREE PHONE)
11-001-132018-06-11. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Exhaust Tip Contacting Hitch Causing Buzz, Squeak Or Rattle (BSR) This bulletin involves replacing both left and right exhaust tips. The customer may experience a buzz, squeak or rattle (BSR) coming from the rear of the vehicle over bumps.
09-001-132018-06-11. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE. Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs or removal of engine components.
90036942018-06-11. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Oil Pump Assembly If error code P06DD present on any Pentastar V6 application, please inspect oil pump for relief valve failure. See photo attached. If valve is found out of place please call Bob Jackson (248) 944-0466 bob.jackson@fcagroup.com, or Joe Lovell (734) 309-6467 joe.lovell@fcagroup.com before proceeding. If unable to reach after 15 minutes record the following information and proceed with oil pump replacement and hold part for return to FCA via Fastrack system

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