As an owner of a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV, you may have experienced repeated problems with your vehicle. The 2014 model year currently has nine recalls issued against it, and with over 650 complaints, the manufacturer continues to investigate problems.
One of the most recent and well known safety issues affecting the Grand Cherokee is security vulnerabilities that allow an unauthorized third party to access the vehicle control systems. Although Fiat Chrysler say that the defect is not a safety problem, they continue to conduct a remedial campaign in the interest of protecting its customers.
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received several complaints alleging unexpected activation of the autonomous braking system in certain 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. Drivers report random proximity collision alerts followed by inappropriate automatic braking with no pending threats in the line of travel and no objects on the road.
In January 2014 Chrysler opened an investigation into a wiring related fire hazard on the headliner of approximately 600,000 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles. A safety recall was issued to repair the defect, but continued reports of fire occurring after the remedy has resulted in another investigation.
Other complaints affecting the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee include: Airbags that do not activate during an accident, transmissions that unexpectedly shift out of park, and steering wheel vibrations.
The California Lemon Law protects consumers from vehicles manufactured with defects affecting safety, value, or use. If the manufacturer is unable to repair these problems after a reasonable number of repair attempts, the owner could be eligible to have their vehicle bought back. If you are one of the many individuals frustrated and overwhelmed by your car dealership or manufacturer, call 1-888-395-3666 to discuss your potential CA Lemon Law case.