Chrysler recalls 4.8 MILLION vehicles over cruise control issue

 Fiat Chrysler  is recalling nearly five million vehicles in the U.S. to fix a programming flaw that could prevent drivers from canceling the cruise control to slow their cars

The auto maker said that drivers could lose control of vehicle speed “in an unlikely series of events” involving a short circuit in an electrical network, which would then maintain a set speed even if the brakes are tapped or a driver attempts to turn off the cruise control function.

NHTSA goes on to state:

FCA is recalling approximately 4.8 million vehicles to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. Should this error occur, drivers may be able to stop the vehicle by depressing the brake pedal. The vehicle can then be placed into park once stopped. Drivers may also: 1) shift the transmission to neutral, 2) forcefully apply the manual brake, and 3) place the vehicle in park once stopped.

Vehicle owners should contact FCA at (866) 220-6747 for additional information concerning this recall. Report potential safety issues to NHTSA by calling (888) 327-4236 or submitting a complaint online at NHTSA.gov. Affected models, as currently identified by FCA, are:

  • Dodge Journey MY 2014-2018 SUV

  • Dodge Durango MY 2014-2018 SUV 

  • Dodge Challenger MY 2015-2018 2-Door 

  • Dodge Charger MY 2014-2018 4-Door 

  • Ram 3500 MY 2014-2018 Pickup Truck

  • Ram 3500 Cab Chassis MY 2014-2018 Pickup Truck

  • Ram 3500 Less Than 10,000 Pound Cab Chassis MY 2016-2018 Pickup Truck

  • Ram 2500 MY 2014-2018 Pickup Truck

  • Ram 4500/5500 Cab Chassis MY 2014-2018 Pickup Truck

  • Ram 1500 MY 2014-2019 Pickup Truck

  • Jeep Wrangler MY 2018 SUV

  • Jeep Grand Cherokee MY 2014-2018 SUV 

  • Jeep Cherokee MY 2014-2018 SUV 

  • Chrysler 300 MY 2014-2018 4-Door 

  • Chrysler Pacifica MY 2017-2018 Van 

  • Chrysler 200 MY 2015-2017 4-Door 

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