Nearly 1M Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram vehicles recalled over camera glitch
Stellantis is recalling nearly 1 million vehicles across its Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and Ram brands due to a software glitch affecting rearview cameras. Reports on the exact number of affected U.S. vehicles vary, with figures ranging from 848,500 to 955,000. The recall addresses a bug that impairs the functionality of backup cameras, potentially compromising driver safety during reversing maneuvers. The company's stock has dropped to an all-time low following the announcement.
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- โ Stellantis is recalling vehicles from the Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and Ram brands.
- โ The recall is caused by a software glitch affecting backup or rearview cameras.
- โ The number of affected U.S. vehicles is approximately 848,500.
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Stellantis announced a massive recall of nearly 1 million vehicles due to a rearview camera software bug.
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Stellantis Recalls Nearly 1 Million Vehicles Over Backup Camera Software Glitch
Stellantis is recalling nearly 1 million vehicles across its Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and Ram brands due to a software glitch affecting rearview cameras. Reports on the exact number of affected U.S. vehicles vary, with figures ranging from 848,500 to 955,000. The recall addresses a bug that impairs the functionality of backup cameras, potentially compromising driver safety during reversing maneuvers. The company's stock has dropped to an all-time low following the announcement.
Why it matters
Backup cameras are standard safety features in modern vehicles to prevent collisions. This mass recall impacts four major brands under the Stellantis umbrella. The scale of the glitch raises concerns regarding the company's software quality control.
What is confirmed
- Stellantis is recalling vehicles from the Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and Ram brands.
- The recall is caused by a software glitch affecting backup or rearview cameras.
- The number of affected U.S. vehicles is approximately 848,500.
Still unconfirmed
- The total number of recalled cars is 955,000.
- The recall has caused Stellantis stock to fall to an all-time low.
What to watch next
- Official confirmation of the total global number of affected vehicles
- Details on the specific vehicle models and years included in the recall
- Instructions from Stellantis on whether the software fix will be an over-the-air update or require dealership visits
confidence 90%Sources used for this update (8)
- foxbusiness.com โ Nearly 1M Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram vehicles recalled over camera glitch
- ABC10 โ Stellantis recalls 848,500 U.S. vehicles for software glitch
- Bloomberg.com โ Stellantis Recalls Nearly 1 Million Cars Over Backup Cameras
- CBS News โ Stellantis recalls nearly 850,000 vehicles in U.S. over rearview camera issue
- freep.com โ 900,000 Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram vehicles recalled over camera bug
- FOX 10 Phoenix โ Nearly 1 million Jeeps, Rams, Dodges and Chryslers recalled
- Euronews.com โ Stellantis recalls 955,000 cars: new setback for group's credibility
- Investor's Business Daily โ Stellantis Recalls Almost 1 Million Cars; Stock Falls To All-Time Low
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