REC-000728

active

2013–2014 JEEP Grand Cherokee

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: STELLANTIS (AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND) PTY LTD

Recall date: 17 November 2014

Defect

The Steering Column Control Module may experience electrical interference (static) in the SCCM printed circuit board communication circuit. This unintended electrical interference (static) can cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) to become disabled and the ESC warning lamp to illuminate.

Hazard

A loss of ESC function during certain driving conditions could cause a crash without warning.

Remedy

Chrysler Jeep will notify vehicle owners who can take their vehicle to a Jeep dealership whereby the dealer will re-program the SCCM with new software.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — STELLANTIS (AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND) PTY LTD — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-000728