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HighNHTSA·15V509000·Announced 2015-08-12

Chrysler Recalls 2014 Jeep Cherokee for Windshield Wiper Defect

Chrysler is recalling 2014 Jeep Cherokee vehicles because using front wipers on dry glass may damage the body control module, potentially causing wiper failure and impaired vision.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where wiper failure could impair vision and increase crash risk, but no specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured between January 4, 2013, and July 11, 2014. The recall involves approximately 158,684 vehicles.

The defect occurs when the front windshield wipers are used on dry glass, which may cause damage to the body control module (BCM). If the BCM is damaged, the windshield wipers may fail, impairing the driver's vision and increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a ground strap to protect the BCM from damage, free of charge. Owners were notified of the recall on October 7, 2015, and the recall began on December 15, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
JEEP CHEROKEE
Brand
JEEP
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Category
Vehicle — SUV
Hazard
Affected units
158,684

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • CHEROKEE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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