REC-005530

active

2018–2021 JEEP Grand Cherokee 3.0Litre Diesel

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: FCA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Recall date: 15 September 2022

Defect

Due to a manufacturing defect, the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack over time. If this occurs, preheated vaporised coolant will build up inside the engine air intake. This could result in combustion potentially leading to a vehicle fire.

Hazard

A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders, and/or damage to property.

Remedy

Owners of affected vehicles can contact their nearest Chrysler Jeep Dodge (CJD) Dealer to have the work carried, free of charge. The dealer will inspect the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler and replace if necessary. Owners can visit https://www.jeep.com.au/dealers.html to find their nearest authorised CJD Dealer.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — FCA AUSTRALIA 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: vehiclerecalls.gov.au