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Chrysler is doing a recall 338,238 Jeep Grand Cherokees will be dealing with a steering wheel issue that could cause drivers to suddenly lose control of the vehicle.
The recall applies to 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L and 2022-2023 models. jeep grand cherokee vehicle. In addition to the 338,238 vehicles recalled in the United States, an additional 18,323 vehicles are being recalled in Canada, 3,700 vehicles in Mexico, and 16,189 vehicles in markets outside North America.
Chrysler, a subsidiary of Stellantis, said in a document released Tuesday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that some vehicles had upper control arm (UCA) pinch bolts damaged during the vehicle assembly process. He said that there is a possibility that
A damaged pinch bolt can fail and cause a loss of clamping load between the UCA ball joint and knuckle. Loss of clamp load can cause the UCA to dislodge from the knuckles, causing the steering wheel to fall outward, resulting in loss of steering control and potential vehicle crash without warning.
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The 2022 and 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokees are being recalled due to a possible problem with the steering wheel. (Bill Priano/Getty Images)
Chrysler voluntary recall The UCA pinch bolt will need to be inspected and replaced, but a solution to this problem is not currently available.
| ticker | safety | last | change | change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STLA | Stellantis NV | 26.20 | +0.04 | +0.17% |
The company said in an NHTSA document that it plans to begin the recall in the second quarter of 2024 and will notify vehicle owners on or about April 12.
Once the recall is initiated, dealers will replace the pinch bolts on the upper control arms of the recalled vehicles free of charge.
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Chrysler and Jeep’s parent company Stellantis will replace the pinch bolts in recalled Jeep Grand Cherokees free of charge. (Michael Nagle/Bloomberg/Getty Images)
Multinational car manufacturer StellantisIn a statement, the company, which is the parent company of Chrysler, Jeep and Fiat, told FOX Business: “After a periodic review of customer feedback, we have determined that certain MY Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Grand Cherokee models from the 2021-2023 model year The possibility that the L may be equipped with an upper led to a company investigation.” If the control arm pinch bolt breaks, the clamping load between the ball joint and knuckle can be lost. ”
”[Fiat Chrysler Automobiles] I am not aware of any related injuries or accidents. However, the company urges customers to follow the instructions in the recall notice,” the statement continued, adding that “remedy will include replacing the pinch bolts on all vehicles.” Drivers may notice unusual noises or vibrations when going over bumps. ”
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Chrysler estimates that of the 338,238 Jeep Grand Cherokees being recalled, about 1% of the vehicles have defective pinch bolts.
