Yahoo Autos 2021–2023 Jeep Grand Cherokees Recalled for Suspension Problem
Stellantis has issued a recall on 2021 through 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokees over a faulty coil spring.
According to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the problem potentially affects about 331,000 2022—2023 Grand Cherokee and 2021–2023 Grand Cherokee L SUVs.
Owners of these vehicles will be receiving a letter by July 28, and the issue will be fixed free of charge by the dealer.
Owners of 2021 through 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokees may soon receive a recall notice over a problem with the SUVs' coil springs. According to the automaker, Stellantis, a total of 331,401 Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L models may have incorrectly installed rear coil springs. Included in the recall are 217,099 Grand Cherokee L and 114,302 Grand Cherokee SUVs. Grand Cherokees with the optional air suspension are not involved.
The report filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) details a "potentially out-of-position rear coil spring" as an issue that occurred during manufacturing in May 2023, making it possible the spring could detach while the vehicle is in motion. The separation could cause loss of control and increase the risk of an accident.
As of May 25, the automaker was made aware of two customer assistance records, 17 warranty claims, and two field reports potentially related to the issue. There have been no reports of accidents or injuries directly related to the malfunctioning springs. The recall report estimates that only about 13 percent of the 331,401 recalled vehicles are likely to have the problem, and Grand Cherokees built after May 31 are not involved.
Stellantis will send notifications to owners about the current recall by late July. In the meantime, Grand Cherokee owners can check whether their vehicle is affected on the NHTSA recalls website.
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