Latest Vehicle Recalls: Over 220,000 PACCAR Trucks and Jeep Renegades Affected

Published On: December 20, 2024 10:29 am

Are you concerned about recent vehicle recalls? Stay informed to ensure your safety on the road. If your vehicle isn’t listed below, use the NHTSA recall search tool to check for updates using your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number).

Below, we’ve outlined the latest vehicle recalls announced by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) between December 8 and December 14, 2024.

Jeep Renegade Recall: Bumper Reverse Light Issue

Affected Models:

2021-2023 Jeep Renegade (2,135 vehicles)

Issue Details:
According to Stellantis (Jeep’s parent company), some vehicles were equipped with an incorrect bumper reverse light assembly. This issue fails to comply with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, which governs “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.”

Why This Matters:

Incorrect reverse lights may reduce driver visibility.
These lights may fail to alert drivers to objects near the vehicle when backing up, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix:
Dealers will inspect and replace the bumper reverse light assembly at no cost to owners.

Important Dates:

Recall notification letters are scheduled to be sent by January 30, 2025.

Contact Information:

Jeep owners can reach FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Recall Reference Number: D7B.

PACCAR Recall: Anti-lock Braking and Safety Systems Malfunction

Affected Models:

2021-2025 Peterbilt and Kenworth Trucks (220,972 vehicles)

Issue Details:
PACCAR has identified an issue where electrical noise and low signals to the power line carrier could cause the Electronic Control Units (ECUs) to malfunction. This disrupts several critical safety systems.

Why This Matters:
A malfunctioning ECU affects systems like:

Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS)
Electronic Stability Control
Active Cruise Control
Collision Mitigation Systems
Automatic Traction Control

When these systems fail, the risk of crashes significantly increases.

Fix:
PACCAR dealers will reprogram the ECU software free of charge.

Important Dates:

Recall notification letters will be sent by February 7, 2025.

Contact Information:

Kenworth customer service: 1-425-828-5888
Peterbilt customer service: 1-940-591-4220
PACCAR Recall Reference Numbers: 24KWL and 24PBL

How to Check Your Vehicle for Recalls

If your vehicle is not mentioned here, it’s still a good idea to double-check. Use the NHTSA website to search by VIN and find any recall notices specific to your car or truck. Taking action on recalls promptly can help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.

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Recalled PACCAR trucks (220,972):