Jeep Cherokee, Grand Cherokee: Accessories

Affects Jeep Cherokee, Grand Cherokee · 2014 — about 949 vehicles.

The hazard

On certain vehicles, when cruise control is engaged and the accelerator pedal is depressed to override the cruise control, a defect in cruise control software could cause momentary continued acceleration after releasing the accelerator pedal. Depending on traffic and road conditions, and the driver’s reactions, this could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or property damage. Correction: Dealers will reprogram the driver assistance module.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational