Chrysler is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles equipped with smart lighting
— Recall Campaign #21V950000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles equipped with smart lighting modules (SLM). An incomplete SLM software update may cause one or both headlights to become inoperable. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 36,929 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
21V950000
| Manufacturer: | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 09, 2021 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 21V950000 |
| Units affected: | 36,929 |
- Description:
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles equipped with smart lighting modules (SLM). An incomplete SLM software update may cause one or both headlights to become inoperable. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Consequeces:
- Inoperable headlights can reduce visibility for the driver and oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will reprogram the SLM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y72.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.