Stellantis has announced a recall that will impact 38,000 Chrysler, Jeep, and Ram vehicles. The recall is connected to a defective weld of a component provided by American Furukawa, Inc., which leads to insufficient glue in the junction between a cable and the busbar located in the steering column control module. The possible consequence of this defect is airbags are not functioning when there is a crash.
|
Make |
Model |
Model Year |
Number Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Chrysler |
Pacifica |
2023-24 |
2,449 |
|
Chrysler |
Voyager |
2023 |
529 |
|
Jeep |
Gladiator |
2023 |
1,446 |
|
Jeep |
Grand Cherokee (L) |
2023 |
3,720 |
|
Jeep |
Grand Wagoneer/Wagoneer |
2023-24 |
2,432 |
|
Jeep |
Wrangler |
2023-24 |
6,194 |
|
Ram |
1500 |
2023-24 |
11,896 |
|
Ram |
2500 |
2023-24 |
5,505 |
|
Ram |
3500 |
2023-24 |
2,609 |
|
Ram |
4500/5500 |
2023-24 |
1,384 |
The table depicts the complete picture of all the vehicles affected by a recent recall due to the possibility of airbag deployment failure caused by a defective weld. It encompasses various Chrysler, Jeep, and Ram models that range from model years 2023 and 2024, which are included in vehicles that were manufactured between March 30 and August 16 of the preceding year. Besides the models of Chrysler Pacifica and Voyager, Jeep Gladiator, Grand Cherokee, Grand Wagoneer, Wagoneer, and Wrangler, as well as the Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500, and 5500 are the most notable It is a recall associated with the possible airbag deployment problems caused by a defective weld.
Stellantis discovered a problem in November that was related to a bad weld on the steering column control modules. Detection is realized via the activation of the airbag warning light in the instrument panel cluster. The company will be contacting affected vehicle owners, suggesting that they visit the dealerships to undergo the inspection and replacement of the steering column. The quick reaction of the authorities is geared toward the protection of drivers and their compliance with the safety regulations.
On May 3, Stellantis will start informing affected car owners and asking them to immediately take their vehicles to the closest dealership. The steering column will be inspected and in case of any issues, it will be replaced. The replacement part is made up of a clock spring with a correctly welded cable to the busbar connection. This proactive approach ensures customers that their safety comes first and that their airbags are deployed in compliance with the given regulations.
FAQs
What vehicles are affected by the recall?
Vehicles affected by the recall are Chrysler, Jeep, and Ram models from 2023-24.
What is the specific issue with the affected vehicles?
A defective weld in the steering column control module could disrupt the airbag's connection is the issue with the affected vehicles.
How many vehicles are included in the recall?
Stellantis is recalling 38,164 vehicles in total.
How will owners know if their vehicle is affected?
An illuminated airbag warning light on the instrument panel cluster will indicate a potential issue.
