USA RECALL - JEEP - Cherokee recalled for yet more airbag issues.

FCA US LLC is launching a global recall of an estimated 228,181 SUVs to upgrade software governing side-curtain and seat-mounted side air bags.

The action follows an investigation by FCA US engineers after a small number of inadvertent deployments involving drivers who executed extreme maneuvers. These maneuvers dramatically changed the vehicles’ angle of operation, relative to the ground.

The air-bag systems, sensing potential rollovers, automatically activated. FCA US is unaware of any related injuries or accidents.

The software upgrade will recalibrate the threshold for deployment and the vehicles will remain compliant with all applicable safety regulations.

Affected are certain 2014 and 2015 Jeep Cherokees. Estimated volumes by market are as follows: 168,092 in the U.S.; 19,557 in Canada; 4,133 in Mexico and 36,399 outside the NAFTA region.

The Company will notify affected customers. Software will be available at that time.

Customers with additional concerns or questions may call 1-800-853-1403.

JEEP® introduces the New 'Trail-Rated' Cherokee Trailhawk to the UK.

Jeep is enhancing the popular Cherokee range with the introduction to the UK of the first ‘Trail Rated’ version, the Trailhawk.

The most capable Jeep Cherokee model available, and the most accomplished mid-size SUV in the segment, the 2015 Cherokee Trailhawk comes with a 3.2-litre V6 petrol engine and a nine-speed automatic gearbox. Fully off-road capable, the Trailhawk is fitted with a low-range transmission including Jeep’s Selec-Terrain with Rock mode.

The 2015 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk with the standard off-road package is Trail Rated. Its ‘Trail Rated’ badge indicates that the vehicle is designed to perform in a variety of challenging off-road conditions identified by five key consumer-oriented performance categories: traction, ground clearance, manoeuvrability, articulation and water fording.

Venturing off the beaten track is no problem for the Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk. Its Active Drive Lock 4x4 system features a rear lock which keeps both wheels spinning at the same speed for enhanced traction on any surface, and is particularly useful when rock crawling. The car also features Selec-Speed control, which allows it to drive up or down demanding hills at controlled, steady speeds in complete confidence and safety.

Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk exemplifies all this 4x4 capability with a distinctive, no-nonsense look, backed up by Jeep Trail Rated equipment. It includes, as standard equipment, aggressive approach and departure angles with unique front and rear fascias, a one-inch factory lift, fuel tank, front suspension and transmission skid plates and signature red tow hooks. The car has an approach angle of 29.8 degrees, a departure angle of 32.1 degrees and break-over angle of 22.9 degrees. Running ground clearance is 22.1cm (8.7 in).

Other excellent features to make owning the Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk a pleasure include deep tinted sunscreen glass, a unique black bonnet sticker (from March), coloured grille surrounds and roof rails, off-road wheel flares and 17-inch aluminium wheels.

Inside the standard equipment continues with Nappa Leather trim, red interior stitching accents, all-season floor mats, a cargo net, Uconnect™ media centre with 8.4-inch touch screen display and USB remote port.

Powered by a 3239cc, 24-valve V6 petrol engine delivering 268bhp and 315Nm of torque at 4300rpm, the 2015 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk costs £34,245 (OTR) – available on Jeep’s special order programme. A host of options includes special paints, Uconnect™-Navigation, wireless charging pad for mobile phone, Park Assist and full sunroof (powered front, fixed rear).

“It’s the ultimate Jeep Cherokee in terms of off-road capability,” says Damien Dally, head of brand, Jeep UK. 

“And coupled with that powerful V6 engine, nine-speed auto box, a huge list of standard equipment and style touches, and all the versatility of a full-size family car, the 2015 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk offers outstanding value for money – and a great drive too.”

Jeep continues to woo the UK customer with more sales increases.

Jeep’s continued popularity in the UK is illustrated in this week’s new car registrations figures, which show another outstanding year for the legendary 4x4 brand, including a run of 16 consecutive months of year-on-year sales growth.

The iconic off-roader registered 3,899 sales in 2014, up 75 per cent compared with 2013’s results. The figures follow in line with Jeep’s global announcement this week (7 January) that the company had achieved more than one million sales during 2014, while recording a fifth consecutive year of sales increases.

The largest model in the current Jeep range, Grand Cherokee, performed exceptionally well in the UK again, with sales up 40.3 per cent compared with 2013, while the new Jeep Cherokee – the Scottish Motoring Writers’ SUV of the Year – sold 1346 units in the six months since launch, according to figures supplied by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The Jeep Compass accounted for 457 sales and the Jeep Wrangler 427.

“The sales figures for 2014 are fantastic news for the Jeep brand as a whole,” says Damien Dally, head of brand, Jeep UK. “A global figure of over one million sales for Jeep is a remarkable effort and I am delighted we in the UK have been able to help towards that total.

“With new Jeep Renegade just about to be launched in the UK, and with more, exciting developments to come from the other models in the range, I am confident we will continue this current upward trend.”

Jeep records in excess of one million sales for the first time ever, and they continue to grow.

• Jeep global vehicle sales increase 39 per cent in 2014 to all-time annual  record of 1,017,019 units
• 2014 Jeep sales total surpasses 2013’s previous record of 731,565 units
• U.S. sales increase 41 per cent to a record 692,348 units
• Fifth consecutive year of Jeep sales increases globally and in U.S.
• All Jeep models record increased sales globally and in U.S.
• Jeep Compass, Patriot and Wrangler record best-ever U.S. sales
• Jeep sales increase 42 per cent in Asia-Pacific region; up 49 per cent in China
• Sales of Jeep vehicles up 40 per cent in the Europe Middle East Africa region, while Europe sales rose by 65 per cent

The Jeep^® brand recorded sales of more than 1 million units across the globe in 2014, setting a new all-time record for the third consecutive year. Sales of 1,017,019 Jeep vehicles bettered the brand’s 2013 record of 731,565 by 39 per cent.

“2014 marks the fifth consecutive year that Jeep vehicle sales have increased both globally and in the U.S. market,” said Mike Manley, President and CEO – Jeep Brand.  “While we are especially pleased with the way the new Jeep Cherokee is resonating in the marketplace, the fact is that every vehicle in the Jeep line-up recorded significant worldwide sales gains.

“While achieving 1 million vehicle sales in 2014 was certainly a milestone, 2015 will be a transformational year in the globalization of the brand, as we begin local manufacturing in Brazil and return to local manufacturing in China after an absence of nearly a decade,” Manley added.  “We will strive to continue our sales momentum in 2015 with a full line-up of capable and efficient SUVs – including the all-new 2015 Jeep Renegade, as it arrives in showrooms in markets around the world.”

In addition to its 39 per cent global increase, Jeep sales rose 41 per cent in the U.S. in 2014, with a record 692,348 total sales.

Jeep sales rose 40 per cent in the Europe Middle East Africa region, while Europe sales rose by 65 per cent and 42 per cent in the Asia-Pacific region in 2014.  In China – the world’s largest automobile market – sales rose 49 per cent. 

Jeep vehicle sales were led globally and in the U.S. by Grand Cherokee (279,567 global; 183,786 U.S.), Cherokee (236,289 global; 178,508 U.S.), Wrangler (234,579 global; 175,328 U.S.), Compass (134,629 global; 61,264 U.S.), and Patriot (122,387 global; 93,462 U.S.).

2014 marked the fifth consecutive year of increased Jeep sales, both globally and in the U.S.  

In 2013 the brand recorded increases of 4 per cent global and 3 per cent in the U.S.  The previous three years saw increases of 19 per cent global/13 per cent U.S. (2012), 41 per cent global/44 per cent U.S. (2011) and 24 per cent global/26 per cent U.S. (2010).

UK RECALL #24 - JEEP - Rear suspension may detach under certain circumstances.

Vehicle Details
Reference :	R/2014/166
Manufacturer Ref :	P37
Make:	JEEP
Model :	Cherokee
Launch Date :	12/12/2014
Numbers Involved :	206
Build Start Date :	21/05/2014
Build End Date :	06/06/2014

Recall Details
Concern :	REAR SUSPENSION MAY DETACH
Description :	One or more of the rear suspension shock absorbers may break at one of the shock absorber attachment points. A partially detached rear suspension shock absorber(s) could cause damage to other rear chassis/suspension components, rear brake pipe damage and/or damage to the rear tyre/s increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedial Action :	Check date code of shock absorber fitted and where applicable, replace shock absorber
Vehicle Id :	1C3CCCAG0FN510981 to 3C6RR7KTXEG293476

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