Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee and Cherokee recall: Front airbag and/or seatbelt pre-tensioner may deploy unexpectedly
- What's wrong
- The airbag system Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) module may experience a front airbag and/or seatbelt pre-tensioner inadvertent deployment. An inadvertent deployment while driving could distract the driver and cause a crash without warning.
- What to do
- Contact a Chrysler dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the ORC module. Note: Vehicles that had Safety Recall (manufacturer�s ref.M35 � DVSA ref. R/2013/120) - Occupant Restraint Control…
What’s wrong
The airbag system Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) module may experience a front airbag and/or seatbelt pre-tensioner inadvertent deployment. An inadvertent deployment while driving could distract the driver and cause a crash without warning.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the ORC module. Note: Vehicles that had Safety Recall (manufacturer�s ref.M35 � DVSA ref. R/2013/120) – Occupant Restraint Control Module Filter Circuit completed must also have the ORC module filter circuit removed. Due to issues with parts supply the recall of WG/WJ models is suspended however KJ models remain unaffected
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 29 Mar 2003 | 9 Dec 2004 | 6,443 |
| Cherokee | 29 Mar 2003 | 9 Dec 2004 | 6,443 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 8 July 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.