*Chrysler explains the speedometer glitch has prompted the current recall of over 7,000 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee models

Emmanuel Akosile | 绿帽献妻

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued a voluntary recall for certain 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L vehicles.

绿帽献妻 gathered the move is in connection with a software error in the instrument panel cluster that could display an incorrect vehicle speed.

Internal assessments led to the identification of this risk, agency report said.

A total of approximately 7,198 vehicles are thought to be affected, report stated.

It is also noted the the affected vehicles were sold through Jeep dealerships across the United States (US).

Chrysler is collaborating with the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to notify owners, pull the affected vehicles from distribution as needed, and provide a remedy.

The automobile manufacturer said the potential risk is that an incorrect speedometer reading can lead to speeding or mismatching traffic speeds.

The company emphasised if a collision occurs, or if anyone is concerned about potential harm, the consumer should contact a healthcare professional for medical evaluation.

What to look for?

Product name and description

Vehicle identification: 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L

They are Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs) carrying Jeep logos on the front grille and rear liftgate.

The interiors include a dashboard display labelled 鈥淕rand Cherokee.鈥�

Identifiers model information

Affected vehicles may have a model number or variant labeled as 鈥淕rand Cherokee鈥� or 鈥淕rand Cherokee L鈥�.

NHTSA Campaign Number 24V-872 and Manufacturer鈥檚 recall number: B8B.

The model and VIN details are on the vehicle鈥檚 dashboard (front of the driver鈥檚 side) or on the driver鈥檚 side doorjamb.

Affected purchase locations and dates

Sale information: Sold at Jeep dealerships across the United States

The affected units were made available in 2024

What should consumers do?

Product return or servicing

Affected vehicle owners are encouraged to schedule an appointment with an authorised Chrysler/Jeep dealer for a free software update, report noted.

In regard to refunds, replacements, or repairs, report indicated that Chrysler would inspect and update the instrument panel cluster software at no cost.

Affected consumers are urged to contact customer support at 1-800-853-1403 (available Monday-Friday, 9 m. 鈥� 5 p.m. EST) for further assistance, including how to verify eligibility.

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