Brake lights: switchRecall 16V-249 · 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) recall 16V-249 covers 32,384 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee for a brake lights: switch problem, reported to NHTSA on April 27, 2016. The manufacturer's latest report (2017 Q3) shows 91% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 16V249000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured May 15, 2015 to February 19, 2016. The brake transmission shift interlock solenoid may have a loose electrical connection which could result in a loss of solenoid function.
The risk
If the solenoid loses function, the transmission may lock in the Park or Neutral position when the vehicle comes to a stop, possibly rendering the vehicle disabled in traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter assembly, free of charge. The recall began on May 27, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S28.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
91%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 169 vehicles were listed as unreachable.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from May 15, 2015 to February 19, 2016. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.