Chrysler (FCA) will be asking the owners of certain 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee‘s to return to their dealership for a problem that could leave their vehicle stopped and unable to move. According to the defect report filed with the NHTSA, the affected Grand Cherokee’s may have been built with a brake transmission shift interlock (BTSI) solenoid wire harness that was incorrectly crimped. If electrical connection is lost to the solenoid, the transmission shifter may unexpectedly become locked in “park” or “neutral”.
Those receiving notices will be asked to return to their dealers to have the shifter assembly replaced. Owners wanting more information about the defect are asked to contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is S28 and the NTHTSA campaign number is 16V-249.