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2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee airbags problems

11 complaints (8% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 117,000. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints
11
of this car's complaints
8%
typical mileage
117,000
crashes
1
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Frontal: sensor/control module
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee airbags

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Airbag light 6

Related recalls

Air bags: frontalReported April 9, 2009 · 4,314 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Chrysler is recalling 4,314 my 2009 dodge journey, jeep grand cherokee, commander and wrangler vehicles. Wiring may be reversed on the steering column control module driver airbag squib connector. The driver's airbag may not deploy as intended.
Risk
In the event of a crash, the driver's airbag may not properly inflate and may not be able to properly protect an occupant, increasing the risk of injuries.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the driver's airbag squib wires and replace the steering column control module free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during may 2009. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 09V118000 · Recall details

What 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 18, 2025 · Airbags · IL

When the airbag light comes on and is visible on the dashboard, this action shorts out the ac, heat, as well as the defroster. This airbag light is a constantly lit up and will not go out. I have been told that there is a problem with the clock spring on this vehicle. This has been an on going problem for several years now. So this tells me that when the airbag light comes on, the airbag does not work. This would become a hazard in a head on collision, which would cause the airbag not to deploy.

Filed Jul 18, 2025 · Airbags · IL

Clock spring shorts out the electrical system. It causes the AC and heat not to work and no blower motor. This could cause others problems as well

Filed Aug 3, 2023 · Airbags, Electrical · NV

Just prior to a cross country trip, my airbag warning light came on. Upon arriving to our destination in Spring Hill, TN, I took my 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee to have it checked. Their diagnosis found a "squib" problem, and told me there was a recall and to take it to a Chrysler dealer. Today, the dealership showed me a "squib" or "clockspring" issue & told me there was no recall and that I would have to pay out of pocket to replace what seems to be the recall problem. Upon further research, I found online that there is indeed a recall. But after calling the phone number provided, (800‑853‑1403) they informed me that even though it might be the same problem I would have to pay out of pocket for the repair. I don't understand why. This is the recall info I found online: the federal safety agency CAMPAIGN ID: 09V118000 Report Date: APR 07, 2009 Vehicles Affected: 4336 Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG MAY NOT PROPERLY INFLATE AND MAY NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY PROTECT AN OCCUPANT, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURIES. What You Should Do: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG SQUIB WIRES AND REPLACE THE STEERING COLUMN CONTROL MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1‑800‑853‑1403. Summary: CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 4,336 MY 2009 DODGE JOURNEY, JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE, COMMANDER AND WRANGLER VEHICLES. WIRING MAY BE REVERSED ON THE STEERING COLUMN CONTROL MODULE DRIVER AIRBAG SQUIB CONNECTOR. THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED. To see if your specific vehicle is affected 1‑877‑426‑5337 or The dealership I went to was Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Columbia, TN 931‑360‑0800 The original automotive shop I took it to was Christian Bros Automotive 615‑645‑3299 I would appreciate 1)an explanation of why my particular car isn't on the list even though it's having the issue under the recall and 2) why I have to pay out of pocket. Thank you, Jodie Goode (Meade) 949‑573‑4223 [email protected]

Filed May 22, 2023 · Airbags · 130,000 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the driver’s side air bag warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the air bag was faulty and needed to be replaced. The local dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the air bag part had been discontinued and was no longer available. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 130,000.

Filed Apr 23, 2022 · Airbags, Suspension · AK · crash

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Filed Feb 10, 2020 · Airbags · 117,000 miles · NY

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2009 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that the air bags warning light was constantly illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed nor repaired. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v176000 (air bags) as a possible cause for the failure. Neither the manufacturer nor a dealer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 117,000.

Filed Apr 30, 2018 · Acceleration, Airbags · 138,000 miles · NJ

Takata recall - air bag warning light began being intermittent when traveling on secondary roads and highways. It is now lit at all times. I have already had to replace the speed control operator lever.

Filed May 21, 2016 · Airbags, Wheels · 974 miles · VT

Tire gauges broke off / 3 crumbled off the tires and 4th just broke off in the mechanics hand! These broke off between may & nov 2010. Also air bag side contacts in steering column {air bag light is on} july 2015.

Filed Apr 13, 2016 · Airbags, Electrical · MI

My light for air bags when I turn wheel it comes on

Filed Aug 1, 2015 · Acceleration, Airbags · 89,000 miles · MI

While exiting the expressway and coming to a stop at a light all the gauges on my vehicle went out. I no longer have the following: brake lights, turn signals, speed control, key fob, possibly air bags and general electrical components. This is the 2nd occurrence of this problem. I was almost rear ended while turning because of this issue. Vehicle is parked until it can be serviced. Dealer unable to service and would only schedule an appoint four days from today.

Questions about the 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee airbags

Does the 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee have airbags problems?

Owners have filed 11 complaints about the airbags of the 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 8% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee airbags problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 117,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee airbags?

Yes, 1 recall: 09V118000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Jeep Grand Cherokee have bad airbags?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee model years with the most airbags complaints are 2002 (486 complaints), 2004 (326 complaints) and 2003 (256 complaints).

Other 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee problems

Electrical 47Engine 27Transmission 23Acceleration 12Steering 11Wheels 10Body 9Tires 9Fuel system 8Brakes 4Lights 3Driver assistance 2Suspension 2Seat belts 1Seats 1Visibility 1

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