Jeep Grand Cherokee recall: Vehicle may roll away
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The electronic shift lever on about 210000 of the above vehicles may allow a roll away condition if the vehicle�s engine is left running the parking brake is not engaged and the transmission is not in the �PARK� position before exiting the vehicle.
- What to do
- Contact a Jeep dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles new software will be installed which includes an �Auto Park� feature. A handbook addendum leaflet will also be provided.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The electronic shift lever on about 210000 of the above vehicles may allow a roll away condition if the vehicle�s engine is left running the parking brake is not engaged and the transmission is not in the �PARK� position before exiting the vehicle.
The fix
On affected vehicles new software will be installed which includes an �Auto Park� feature. A handbook addendum leaflet will also be provided.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Cherokee | 13 Jan 2013 | 21 Dec 2015 | 4,621 |
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 7 October 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.