Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) | NHTSA Recall #14V438000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V438000 by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc). Affecting model year 2005-2007 jeep grand cherokee vehicles manufactured february 11, 2004, to july 5, 2007, and 2006-2007 jeep commander vehicles manufactured january 31, 2005, to july 5, 2007 Includes 649,353 affected units, Knee Contact may Turn Ignition Switch Off, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2005-2007 jeep grand cherokee vehicles manufactured february 11, 2004, to july 5, 2007, and 2006-2007 jeep commander vehicles manufactured january 31, 2005, to july 5, 2007

Defect Summary

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. until this recall is performed, drivers should adjust their seat to allow clearance between the driver's knee and the ignition key, and remove all items from their key ring, leaving only the vehicle key. chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 jeep grand cherokee vehicles manufactured february 11, 2004, to july 5, 2007, and 2006-2007 jeep commander vehicles manufactured january 31, 2005, to july 5, 2007. in the affected vehicles, the driver may accidentally hit the ignition key with their knee, unintentionally knocking the key out of the run position, turning off the engine.

Corrective Action

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. chrysler sent interim notifications to owners in september 2014. the recall began on october 9, 2015. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is p41.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V438000
Report Received Date: 2014-07-21T00:00:00
Subject: Knee contact may turn ignition switch off
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 649,353

Details

MFR Campaign Number: P41
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. until this recall is performed, drivers should adjust their seat to allow clearance between the driver's knee and the ignition key, and remove all items from their key ring, leaving only the vehicle key. chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 jeep grand cherokee vehicles manufactured february 11, 2004, to july 5, 2007, and 2006-2007 jeep commander vehicles manufactured january 31, 2005, to july 5, 2007. in the affected vehicles, the driver may accidentally hit the ignition key with their knee, unintentionally knocking the key out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Consequence Summary: If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the off or accessory position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. chrysler sent interim notifications to owners in september 2014. the recall began on october 9, 2015. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is p41.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 49.59

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NHTSA ID: 14V438000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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