Chrysler has alerted the NHTSA about a problem in certain 2012-2013 Dodge Durango and 2012-2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles which could result in drivers experiencing longer stopping distances than expected. They will be asking owners to return their SUV’s to a manufacturer approved repair facility to have the problem fixed. Chrysler’s recall number is P05 and the NHTSA campaign number is 14V-104.

According to the recall report filed with the NHTSA, some Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles could experience a hard brake pedal feel during certain braking events. Analysis of the complaints received indicted that the issue was related to the Ready Alert Braking (RAB),which is activated when the driver quickly releases the vehicle accelerator pedal while accelerating at speeds greater than 45 MPH. The problem was found to be an out of specification Traction Control Isolation Valve in the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).

Chrysler will be notifying owners to bring in their vehicles to have the ABS module software updated. For more information about the braking problem, contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.