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Jeep Recalls Over 121,000 Grand Cherokees for Faulty Head Restraints

Jeep’s flagship SUV lineup—the Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L—has earned a reputation for comfort, capability, and refinement. But even the best aren’t immune to manufacturing flaws. Stellantis, Jeep’s parent company, has announced a significant recall affecting more than 121,000 units due to a safety compliance issue involving second-row head restraints.

The recall, issued this week, concerns 78,157 Jeep Grand Cherokee models produced between May 16, 2023, and May 2, 2024, along with 43,241 Grand Cherokee L units assembled from May 16, 2023, to January 30, 2024. At the core of the issue is an internal locking mechanism within the second-row head restraints. According to Stellantis, the part may suffer from an “interference condition” that prevents the restraint from locking fully upright.

While Jeep hasn’t clarified exactly what this interference entails, the result is clear: affected head restraints may fall short of the federally mandated 750 mm (29.5 inches) height requirement set by the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS). In a crash, improperly positioned restraints can increase the risk of neck or spinal injury to second-row occupants.

Owners of affected vehicles can expect to receive official recall notifications from Jeep between September 5 and 9, 2025. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the faulty head restraints at no cost. Additionally, Mopar—the Stellantis parts and service arm—has issued its own recall for 764 head restraints sold separately to customers.

This recall isn’t the only quality control issue Stellantis is managing. On the same day, the company announced a second, more minor recall affecting the 2024–2025 Chrysler Pacifica minivan. Only 21 vehicles built between August 26 and September 9, 2024, are affected, but the issue strikes at the heart of a crucial safety feature: the rearview camera.

According to Chrysler, the backup camera feed may fail to display when the vehicle is shifted into Reverse—an ongoing compliance concern across the auto industry as camera-based safety systems become more common and complex. While Chrysler has not elaborated on the cause, the automaker claims all affected vehicles have already been serviced. Between September 19, 2024, and April 22, 2025, the infotainment systems in those models were replaced to correct the problem.

As vehicle technology continues to evolve, these recalls underscore the challenges automakers face in ensuring both mechanical reliability and digital integrity. For owners, it’s another reminder of the importance of staying up to date with manufacturer communications—and of the critical role safety standards play in modern automotive design.

Source: Jeep

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Dodge Recalls Over 8,000 Charger Daytona EVs for Being Illegally Too Quiet

In a world where electric vehicles (EVs) are defined by their whisper-quiet operation, automakers are legally required to ensure that these vehicles still make enough noise to alert pedestrians and other road users. Dodge, however, has found itself in hot water after discovering that thousands of its new electric Charger Daytona models may not be making any external sound at all.

The issue affects 8,390 units of the 2024 and 2025 Charger Daytona EVs produced between April 30, 2024, and March 18, 2025. According to a recall notice, the problem stems from “incomplete software loading” in the vehicles’ external sound amplifiers, which may result in the required pedestrian warning sounds not being emitted.

Under current U.S. federal regulations, all EVs must produce a minimum level of noise at lower speeds to prevent accidents involving unsuspecting pedestrians, especially those who are visually impaired. This regulation is entirely separate from Dodge’s more flamboyant Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust system—a feature designed to mimic the iconic growl of a V8 engine using a set of rear bumper-mounted speakers. Even with that system switched off, the Charger Daytona is still legally mandated to make a certain level of noise.

Dodge began investigating the issue on April 17 after receiving customer feedback and reviewing warranty and field data. The automaker worked closely with its engineers and suppliers to identify the root cause. As a result, Dodge has decided to recall the affected vehicles and issue a software update to correct the problem.

Owners of the impacted models will begin receiving recall notifications starting July 10. Dealerships will inspect the amplifiers and, if necessary, reload or update the software to ensure full compliance with federal safety regulations.

While Dodge has not reported any accidents or injuries related to the issue, the recall underscores the growing complexity of EV technology—where software is just as critical as hardware in meeting regulatory standards.

For Charger Daytona drivers, the update will ensure that their muscle-inspired EVs are not only fast and stylish but also safe and compliant with the law.

Source: Dodge