recall information
Recall number
REC-005530
Campaign number
Z42
Original published date
make and model information
Make
JEEP
Model
Grand Cherokee
Variants
3.0Litre Diesel
Year range
2018 - 2021
Affected units
1,431
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing defect, the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack over time. If this occurs, preheated vaporised coolant will build up inside the engine air intake. This could result in combustion potentially leading to a vehicle fire.
What are the hazards?
A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders, and/or damage to property.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles can contact their nearest Chrysler Jeep Dodge (CJD) Dealer to have the work carried, free of charge. The dealer will inspect the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler and replace if necessary.
Owners can visit https://www.jeep.com.au/dealers.html to find their nearest authorised CJD Dealer.
Owners can visit https://www.jeep.com.au/dealers.html to find their nearest authorised CJD Dealer.
Supplier details
FCA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
FCA Australia
Contact phone
1300 133 079
Contact email
auscustomercare@fcagroup.com
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
