2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee — Exterior lighting: headlights
Published October 14, 2021 · Recall initiated: October 14, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V797000, published October 14, 2021. Recalling firm: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC); 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee — Exterior lighting: headlights.
What's the hazard
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles not equipped with automatic high beams. When the master lighting switch is set to the auto position, the high beam headlights will not activate unless the master lighting switch is first changed to the 'on" position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
What to do
Dealers will reprogram the vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y66.
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Recall details
- Brand
- JEEP
- Model
- GRAND CHEROKEE
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Lot
- 2021 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee — Exterior lighting: headlights recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V797000 on October 14, 2021. Reported hazard: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles not equipped with automatic high beams. When the master lighting switch is set to the auto position, the high beam headlights will not activate unless the master lighting switch is first changed to the 'on" position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
What should I do if I have this product?
Dealers will reprogram the vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y66.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: JEEP. Model: GRAND CHEROKEE.