Recall 21A Hydraulic Control Unit Malfunction – Mopar Hydraulic Control Unit/Anti-lock Brake System Modules (HCU)

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FCA US LLC Recall Part Number/Model Compatibility 21A Hydraulic Control / Unit Anti-Lock Brake System Module Submitted on March 9, 2023 The chart below shows the vehicle make/model/model year(s) in which the recalled components COULD be used/installed as aftermarket or service parts. This list does not represent vehicle models or model years in which the recalled components were used for initial vehicle production. HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT / ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM PART NUMBERS BY MAKE/MODEL/MODEL YEAR(S) Part Number / Name / Description Make / Model Model Year 68085397AB HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT – ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM Jeep Grand Cherokee 2011 X 2012 X 2013 X 2014 X 2015 X 2016 X 2017 X 2018 X 2019 X 2020 X 2021 X 2022 X Dodge Durango 2011 X 2012 X 2013 X 2014 X 2015 X 2016 X 2017 X 2018 X 2019 X 2020 X

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03/10/2023 _____________________________________________________________________ New Safety Recall Advanced Communication – 21A FCA US LLC (FCA US) has announced a safety recall on certain Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Hydraulic Control Units (HCU)s part number 68085397AB intended for use on some 2011 – 2022 (WK) Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2011 – 2020 (WD) Dodge Durango vehicles. REASON FOR THIS SAFETY RECALL Some of the above HCU / ABS modules may falsely read pressure in the primary circuit. When installed in a vehicle, an HCU / ABS module which falsely reads pressure in the primary circuit may illuminate the brake lights, as well as allow the vehicle to start and shift out of park without the brake pedal being depressed. This condition can cause unintended vehicle movement which can cause a vehicle crash without prior warning and/or injury to others outside the vehicle. SERVICE ACTION FCA US will conduct a voluntary safety recall on all affected parts to repurchase suspect HCUs. If installed on a vehicle, FCA US will replace the HCU. The remedy for this condition is not currently available. Dealers will be notified of the launch of this safety recall by way of established communication methods. This recall is estimated to launch in 2nd Quarter of 2023. We ask that you please take the time to ensure that your personnel are aware of this communication and are prepared to execute a customer friendly process for inquiries regarding involved vehicles. Customer Services Field Operations FCA US LLC

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23E-019 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) Submission Date : MAR 09, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23E-019 Manufacturer Recall No. : 21A Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) Address : 800 Chrysler Drive CIMS 482-00-91 Auburn Hills MI 48326-2757 Company phone : 1-800-853-1403 Population : Number of potentially involved : 330 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 % Equipment Information : Brand / Trade 1 : MOPAR Model : HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT / ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM Part No. : 68085397AB Size : NR Function : NR Descriptive Information : Some hydraulic control unit (“HCU”)/anti-lock brake system (“ABS”) modules may falsely read pressure in the primary circuit. The suspect part population includes HCU/ABS modules built from July 12, 2018, through February 13, 2020, and was determined using supplier traceability and shipment information, and sales records of the suspect parts. Similar HCU/ABS modules not included in this recall were manufactured outside of the suspect period. Production Dates : JUL 12, 2018 – FEB 13, 2020 Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : When installed in a vehicle, an HCU / ABS Module which falsely reads pressure in the primary circuit may illuminate the brake lights, as well as allow the vehicle to start and shift out of park without the brake pedal being depressed. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : A vehicle that is able to start and shift out of park without depressing the brake pedal can cause unintended vehicle movement which can cause a vehicle crash without prior warning and/or injury to others outside the vehicle. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23E-019 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Description of the Cause : NR Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : None. However, after the failure occurs but before an accident or injury, a dash light may illuminate, and/or the customer may notice brake lights staying on after parking/turning off the vehicle. Involved Components : Component Name : HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT Component Description : ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM Component Part Number : 68085397AB Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : ZF ACTIVE SAFETY US INC. Address : 12001 Tech Center Drive Livonia Michigan 48150 Country : United States Chronology : • On October 5, 2021, the FCA US LLC (“FCA US”) Technical Safety and Regulatory Compliance (“TSRC”) organization opened an investigation based on an increase in warranty claims on some Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles of customers experiencing the brake lights staying on. • From October 2021, to January 2022, FCA US TSRC reviewed and analyzed warranty records, and determined that Dodge Durango vehicles were also experiencing the brake lights staying on. • From January 2022, to May 2022, FCA US TSRC analyzed vehicle records, met with FCA US engineering to investigate the issue and the vehicles involved, and determined the suspect population of vehicles affected. • On June 02, 2022, FCA US determined, through the Vehicle Regulations Committee, to conduct a voluntary safety recall of the affected vehicles. Root cause was unknown. • On August 12, 2022, the supplier isolated the root cause to a process issue. • From August 2022, to February 2023, FCA US TSRC received suspect service part traceability data from the supplier, identified the suspect service part quantities shipped to dealerships, verified suspect service parts Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23E-019 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 were not used in vehicle production, obtained Mopar sales information for suspect service parts sent to dealerships, and verified make / model / model year compatibility of suspect service parts. • As of February 24, 2023, FCA US has identified 150 customer assistance records, 216 warranty claims, 29 field reports potentially relating to this issue for all markets with dates of receipt ranging from November 11, 2019, to March 3, 2021. • As of February 24, 2023, FCA US is not aware of any accidents or injuries potentially relating to this issue for all markets. • On March 02, 2023, FCA US determined, through the Vehicle Regulations Committee, to conduct a voluntary safety recall of the affected units. Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : FCA US will conduct a voluntary safety recall on all affected parts to repurchase suspect HCUs. If installed on a vehicle, FCA US will replace the HCU. FCA US has a longstanding policy and practice of reimbursing owners who have incurred the cost of repairing a problem that subsequently becomes the subject of a field action. To ensure consistency, FCA US, as part of the owner letter, will request that customers send the original receipt and/or other adequate proof of payment to the company for confirmation of the expense. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : The remedy component will be an HCU built outside the suspect period. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : NR Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : **03/09/2023: FCA US will notify dealers and begin notifying owners on or about 04/28/2023. Planned Dealer Notification Date : APR 28, 2023 – APR 28, 2023 Planned Owner Notification Date : APR 28, 2023 – APR 28, 2023 Purchaser Information : The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment: Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23E-019 Page 4 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Name : NR Address : NR NR Country : NR Company Phone : NR * NR – Not Reported

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