CarRecallWatch- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Caravan and Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The brake switches on these vehicles may malfunction, keeping the brake lights illuminated and/or allowing the vehicle to be shifted out of the PARK position without the brake pedal being pushed.
- Risk
- Having the brake lamps continuously illuminated or being able to shift the vehicle out of PARK when the brake pedal is not pressed (and the ignition is in the RUN mode) can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake switches, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U09.
- Notes
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Some brake switches in these vehicles may malfunction. The problem can keep the brake lights illuminated continuously, or allow the vehicle to be shifted out of PARK without the brake pedal being pressed while the ignition is in RUN mode.
Both conditions can increase the risk of a crash. Continuously lit brake lights can confuse drivers behind you, and shifting out of PARK without the brake applied can cause the vehicle to move unexpectedly.
The repair is free. Dealers will replace the brake switches at no charge. Owners may also contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 (recall number U09). Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Dodge Caravan | 2017 |
|---|---|
| Jeep Wrangler | 2017 |