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Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE Recall 22V327: Hazard Lights May Flash When Braking, Confusing Drivers

NHTSA campaign 22V327, reported May 12, 2022, 20 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L vehicles may have hazard flashers that turn on when the brake pedal is pressed. The hazard lights are part of a lighting system that must meet federal safety standards, and these vehicles do not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108.

The risk is that flashing hazard lights during braking can confuse other drivers about what your vehicle is doing, which could increase the chance of a crash.

The remedy is free. Authorized dealers will update the vehicle's body control module at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2022. You can contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403 for more information, and you can check your vehicle identification number for any open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 22V327Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The vehicle's hazard lights may flash when the brake pedal is applied. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Flashing hazard lights during braking may cause confusion for other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the body control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z41.
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.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE2022