Stellantis Recalls 419,035 U.S. Vehicles Over Side Air Bag Software Error

6 articles · Updated · Reuters · May 29

419,035 U.S. vehicles are being recalled after regulators said a software error could delay side air bag deployment in a crash.
NHTSA said the defect leaves the vehicles out of compliance with federal motor vehicle safety standards governing occupant protection.
2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L models are among the affected vehicles.
Dealers will update the occupant restraint controller module software free of charge, with Stellantis' fix aimed at restoring proper air bag timing.

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