The Jeep Grand Wagoneer is marketed as a flagship luxury SUV with a price tag that can exceed $100,000, but recent news has cast a shadow over its premium image. According to government safety regulators, certain models are experiencing issues with exterior trim pieces that were not properly secured. Specifically, the “quarter trim” located on the driver and passenger side rear windows may detach while driving. This is a serious concern, as falling trim can create dangerous road hazards for other vehicles.
Because of this defect, Jeep has issued a recall covering 123,396 Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer SUVs produced between the 2022 and 2024 model years. It is estimated that about nine percent of these vehicles are affected, which translates to approximately 11,106 SUVs that may have loose or poorly attached trim.
The problem first came to light in May, when Jeep launched an internal investigation into reports of trim pieces detaching from vehicles. The company reviewed data and eventually discovered 1,710 warranty claims, three customer assistance reports, one field inspection report, and 40 additional service records that appeared connected to the issue. While the defect is clearly widespread, Jeep has stated that it is not aware of any crashes or injuries linked to the falling trim.
One of the more frustrating aspects for owners is that, at this stage, there is no confirmed fix. Jeep has not yet determined the root cause of the trim failures, meaning a permanent remedy has not been finalized. To keep customers informed, the automaker plans to send interim notification letters by mid-November. A second round of letters will follow once a repair solution is available and approved.
This latest campaign adds to Jeep’s growing list of recall troubles. Just weeks earlier, another recall was announced involving 163,735 Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer SUVs from the 2022 through 2025 model years. That issue involved door trim pieces that could also detach and pose a hazard on the road. The earlier defect was traced to trim supplied by Cooper-Standard, while the new recall involves parts supplied by Fuyao Automotive. Although the source is different, the similarity of the problems is notable and concerning, especially given that many of the same vehicles are being recalled twice within a month for parts literally falling off.
Fortunately, the earlier campaign already has a fix in place. Dealers will inspect the daylight opening trim and replace it as necessary. Owners affected by that recall are scheduled to receive official notification letters on October 31.
The repeated issues with exterior trim raise questions about quality control for Jeep’s most expensive SUVs. While no injuries have been reported, the recalls highlight how even high-end vehicles are not immune from basic manufacturing flaws. For now, owners will need to wait patiently for Jeep to provide a permanent solution to keep their six-figure SUVs intact and safe on the road.