Auburn Hills, MI – November 23, 2024 – Stellantis (NYSE:STLA), which owns Jeep and Dodge brands, is recalling 206,502 SUVs over an issue that may reduce their stability or cause them to roll away. Both scenarios up the risk of a crash and injury.
The recall comes on the back of hundreds of warranty claims and two previous recalls which failed to address the issue.
The following models are affected:
- 2018 – 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee
- 2018 – 2019 Dodge Durango
Recall summary
The brakes in these SUVs are operated by the anti-lock brakes (ABS) module, which also controls the electronic stability control (ESC) system.
In the affected vehicles, false readings from the brake pressure sensor may cause the ABS and ESC to malfunction, making the car harder to handle. The car can also be shifted out of Park even when the brake pedal is not pressed.
Warning signs
The ABS and ESC warning lights – as well as a red brake indicator – may illuminate on the dashboard. In addition, the brake light may come on even when the brakes are not applied.
Recall risks
The vehicle may become less stable on slippery roads or during sudden maneuvers, while the erroneously illuminated brake lights may confuse other drivers.
Additionally, if the car is accidentally shifted out of Park, the vehicle may roll away and crash into surrounding objects or pedestrians.
All of these defects up the risk of a crash and injury.
Background of the recall
The cars and some of the ABS modules were recalled in 2022 and 2023. Earlier this year, it turned out that not only the remedies failed to address the defect but that the vehicles also presented additional issues.
The present recall comes on the back of over 500 warranty claims. No accidents have been reported.
Other Jeep recalls
In October 2024, Stellantis recalled over 154,000 Jeeps due to the risk of fire, as reported.
The carmaker is also currently being investigated by the U.S. government over allegations of Jeeps catching fire due to a different issue, also as reported.
The repair
Stellantis is currently working on a solution for this problem, and once the repair is available, it will be free of charge.
The owners should receive notification by December 5, 2024.
Is your vehicle a part of this recall?
More than 200,000 SUVs are affected by this Jeep rollaway recall. To do a Jeep or Dodge recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.
