Fiat Chrysler Australia has issued a recall for Jeep Grand Cherokee’s, built from 2005-2007, due to an ignition switch fault which could result in a total loss of power to the vehicle.
Mercedes Benz has also issued a recall for the C-Class passenger cars with problems to the power steering
In the case of Jeep, the Product Safety Recalls Australia website notes that the defect “may cause loss of engine power, power steering, and braking assist increasing the risk of crash and disabling one or more of the vehicle’s safety features including the frontal airbags.”
The product recall is for vehicles sold nationally at authorised Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge retailers. Chrysler Jeep will inform all customers by letter that a recall has been launched and a set of simple checks that can be carried out.
An additional letter will be sent when repair instructions, and parts required are available.
In regard to the Mercdes Benz recall, a total of 946 C-Class vehicles have been affected by issues with the steering coupling lock which may not have been correctly engaged.
According to the Product Safety Recalls Australia website: “This may result in a rattling noise from the steering column or in extreme cases the possible loss of steering control.”
The dates of the product recall cover June 1, 2014 – September 1, 2014 for vehicles sold nationally through authorised Mercedes-Benz dealerships.
A letter will be sent to all owners of affected vehicles.
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