NHTSA Recall # | 118228 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 16V249000 |
MFG Compaign # | S28 |
Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Supplier | JEEP |
Brand | JEEP |
Model | GRAND CHEROKEE |
Model Year | 2016 |
Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH |
Date of notification | 27/05/16 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 15/05/15 |
End date of manufacturing | 19/02/16 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 27/04/16 |
Report created | 27/04/16 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 32384 |
Defect summary | Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain model year 2016 jeep grand cherokee vehicles manufactured may 15, 2015 to february 19, 2016. The brake transmission shift interlock solenoid may have a loose electrical connection which could result in a loss of solenoid function. |
Consequence summary | If the solenoid loses function, the transmission may lock in the park or neutral position when the vehicle comes to a stop, possibly rendering the vehicle disabled in traffic, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter assembly, free of charge. The recall began on may 27, 2016. Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is s28. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |