300K Jeep drivers at risk after part of the SUV can detach while driving anytime

More than 300,000 Jeep Cherokees have been recalled due to rear springs detaching while the vehicle is driving, causing it to 'crash without prior warning' and putting drivers and others on the road at risk.  

Stellantis, the maker of Jeep, recalled 331,401 Jeep Grand Cherokees and Jeep Grand Cherokee L models after it discovered an installation problem with the rear coil springs. 

Due to incorrect installation, the spring can detach at any moment during driving and cause the vehicle to 'crash without prior warning' and cause harm to 'vulnerable road users,' such as motorcyclists. 

The recall affects 114,300 Cherokees and 217,099 L models. It affects models made between December 5, 2020, and May 31, 2023, according to Stellantis. 

A Stellantis spokesperson told Fox Business that 13 percent of those Jeeps are estimated to be affected, but urges customers to follow the recall instructions that will hit mailboxes next month. 

Stellantis, the maker of Jeep, recalled 331,401 Jeep Grand Cherokees and Jeep Grand Cherokee L models after it discovered an installation problem with the rear coil springs. The recall affects 114,300 Cherokees and 217,099 L models. It affects models made between December 5, 2020, and May 31, 2023

Due to incorrect installation, the spring can detach at any moment during driving and cause the vehicle to 'crash without prior warning' and cause harm to 'vulnerable road users,' such as motorcyclists 

The company estimated the number truly affected is around 43,000. 

In addition, the company has not reported any crashes due to the issue. 

Earlier this year, Jeep recalled Grand Cherokee models made between 2011 and 2022, which affected 42,000 vehicles in Australia. 

The earlier recall was found to have a manufacturing defect of the high-pressure fuel pump. Fears have been raised it could lead to the car losing power while driving.

A supply shortage caused the company to be unable to replace the faulty part and the shortage meant owners of the faulty vehicles would have to wait to be contacted by Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) Australia.

Around the same time, the company recalled 400 Compass models for faulty tow bars in Australia.