Jeep Cherokee Recalled for Airbag Issue
Airbag issues are becoming the norm for today’s car recalls.
The 2014-2015 Jeep Cherokee is being recalled after a small number of airbags inadvertently deployed, causing drivers to execute extreme maneuvers, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles announced. According to the American automaker, a total of 228,181 Cherokees are affected by the recall with 168,092 being in the U.S. “These maneuvers dramatically changed the vehicles’ angle of operation relative to the ground,” FCA US said in a statement. “The airbag systems, sensing potential rollovers, automatically activated.”
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No accidents or injuries related to the recall have been reported and dealerships will upgrade the software managing the side curtain and seat-mounted side airbags. Affected owners will be notified of the recall, which follows an investigation conducted by FCA US engineers.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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So, is like, every single airbag ever built defective? It seems so.