Title: Stellantis Recalls Over 370,000 Jeep Grand Cherokees in the US: Loose Front Suspension Bolts May Cause Wheel Detachment and Loss of Control
Stellantis N.V., the global automobile manufacturing corporation headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands, which owns renowned brands like Jeep, Dodge, and Chrysler, has announced a significant recall of 338,000 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs in the United States. This massive campaign involves both standard three-row seating models and the longer Grand Cherokee L variants from the 2021 to 2023 model years.
The recall was instigated due to potential concerns regarding parts of the front suspension becoming loose. This condition may lead to the SUV’s front wheel falling outward, causing a loss of control, as explained in documents submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
As of late January 2023, Stellantis had not reported any related crashes or injuries. However, affected vehicle owners might observe unusual noises while maneuvering over bumps due to potentially damaged bolts in the front suspension. These faulty components were believed to have been affected during the manufacturing process.
To rectify this issue, Jeep Grand Cherokee owners will receive recall notices from Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), Stellantis’s American subsidiary. Dealership technicians will inspect the bolts in the front suspension, replacing them if necessary, free of charge for customers. FCA will also reimburse any consumers who had previously paid for similar repairs themselves.
Recall letters are expected to be mailed out in mid-April 2023, with the first wave of notifications being sent to customers in phases. Owners concerned about their vehicle’s status can check the NHTSA’s Safercar.gov Website for recall information or contact their dealership directly.
In addition to the 338,000 recalled Jeep Grand Cherokees within the US borders, approximately 38,200 additional units outside the United States will be subjected to a parallel recall for the same issue.
