Component
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Manufacturer
Chrysler Group LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's accelerator pedal may not work properly when adaptive cruise control is engaged, causing the vehicle to accelerate briefly after you take your foot off the pedal.
Risk if Unfixed
This could lead to a crash, which could cause injury or damage to your vehicle and others.
Free Fix
Don't worry, it's free! Chrysler will update the system in your vehicle at no cost to you, and you'll be able to schedule an appointment at a dealership by calling 1-800-853-1403, reference number P31.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured January 16, 2014 to April 8, 2014, Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 16, 2014 to April 8, 2014, Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT vehicles manufactured February 3, 2014 to April 8, 2014, and Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured March 6, 2014 to April 17, 2014. When the adaptive cruise control is engaged and the driver presses the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle's speed more than the cruise control system would on its own, the vehicle may continue to accelerate briefly after the accelerator pedal is released.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The unintended continued acceleration may increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will re-flash the Driver Assistance System Module (DASM), free of charge. The recall began in June 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P31.
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