{"id":1068,"date":"2024-12-20T02:15:23","date_gmt":"2024-12-20T02:15:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/?p=1068"},"modified":"2024-12-20T02:15:24","modified_gmt":"2024-12-20T02:15:24","slug":"suvs-dodge-durangos-jeep-grand-cherokees-recall","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/suvs-dodge-durangos-jeep-grand-cherokees-recall\/","title":{"rendered":"Over 206,500 SUVs Dodge Durangos and Jeep Grand Cherokees Face Recall Over ABS Software Glitch"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stellantis, the parent company of Dodge and Jeep, has issued a recall affecting more than <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/suvs-dodge-durangos-jeep-grand-cherokees-recall\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/suvs-dodge-durangos-jeep-grand-cherokees-recall\/\">206,500 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand<\/a> Cherokee SUVs<\/strong> due to a software glitch in the <strong>antilock brake system (ABS) module<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#affected-models\">Affected Models<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#whats-the-problem\">What\u2019s the Problem?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#the-fix\">The Fix<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-should-owners-do\">What Should Owners Do?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#why-this-recall-matters\">Why This Recall Matters<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"affected-models\">Affected Models<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The recall involves the following vehicles:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>2018-2019 Dodge Durango SUVs<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/gm-recall-46k-trucks-and-suvs-rear-wheel-lock-up\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"972\">GM Recalls Over 460,000 Trucks and SUVs for Rear Wheel Lock-Up Issue: What Drivers Need to Know<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/tesla-cybertruck-recall-2400-vehicles\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1058\">Tesla Cybertruck Recall Alert: 2,400 Vehicles Affected by Powertrain Issue<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/132000-chevrolet-and-gmc-trucks-recalled\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1063\">132,000 Chevrolet and GMC Trucks Recalled for Tailgate Safety Issue<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"whats-the-problem\">What\u2019s the Problem?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A software malfunction in the ABS module may cause multiple safety issues, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Brake Lights Malfunction<\/strong>: The brake lights may illuminate incorrectly, confusing drivers behind you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Disabled ABS and Electronic Stability Control (ESC)<\/strong>: These critical safety systems could be deactivated, reducing your ability to control the vehicle during emergencies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rollaway Risk<\/strong>: The SUV may allow the driver to start the vehicle and shift out of the Park without applying the brake pedal, increasing the risk of unintentional rollaway.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each of these issues significantly raises the likelihood of a crash or other safety hazards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-fix\">The Fix<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The automaker is currently developing a fix for the ABS module glitch. Once available, the repairs will be performed at no cost to owners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Notification Date<\/strong>: Stellantis will begin notifying owners <strong>starting December 5, 2024<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/massive-vehicle-recall-alert-cars-affected\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"459\">Massive Vehicle Recall Alert: Hyundai, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, and Others\u2014Is Your Car Affected?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/kia-and-hyundai-theft-settlement\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"204\">Kia and Hyundai Theft Settlement: Up to $145 Million Compensation Announced for Owners<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/verizon-class-action-settlement-2024\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"188\">Verizon Class Action Settlement 2024: Payout Details, Eligibility, and Payment Timeline<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/hyundai-issues-recall-for-over-34000-vehicles\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"449\">Hyundai Issues Recall for Over 34,000 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid Models Due to Sunshade Hazard<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/dont-miss-out-on-your-cash-app-settlement\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"180\">Don\u2019t Miss Out on Your Cash App Settlement: How to Claim Your Share of $15M Today!<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-should-owners-do\">What Should Owners Do?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you own a 2018-2019 Dodge Durango or Jeep Grand Cherokee, here\u2019s what you need to do:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Check Your VIN<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the <strong>NHTSA recall website<\/strong> or contact Stellantis to determine if your vehicle is affected.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use your <strong>vehicle identification number (VIN)<\/strong> for verification.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Contact Stellantis<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Phone: <strong>800-853-1403<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recall number: <strong>94B<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Call NHTSA<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hotline: <strong>888-327-4236<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn more about the recall and its risks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stay Alert<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Until the fix is available, be cautious when parking on inclines and ensure the parking brake is engaged.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-this-recall-matters\">Why This Recall Matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This recall underscores the importance of addressing vehicle safety issues promptly. Faulty brake systems, rollaway risks, and disabled stability controls can put drivers, passengers, and pedestrians in danger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you own one of these SUVs, stay proactive by ensuring your vehicle gets repaired as soon as the fix becomes available. Safe driving starts with a safe vehicle.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Stellantis, the parent company of Dodge and Jeep, has issued a recall affecting more than 206,500 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs due to a software glitch in the antilock brake system (ABS) module. Affected Models The recall involves the following vehicles: GM Recalls Over 460,000 Trucks and SUVs for Rear Wheel Lock-Up Issue:&nbsp;<a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/suvs-dodge-durangos-jeep-grand-cherokees-recall\/\">Continue reading<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1074,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1068","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-finance"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1068","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1068"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1068\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1185,"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1068\/revisions\/1185"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1074"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1068"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1068"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1068"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}