What Transport Canada published
- Recall number
- 2018079
- Recall date
- 8 February 2018
- Make
- Dodge, Jeep
- Models
- Caravan, Wrangler
- Model years
- 2017
- Vehicle class
- SUV
- System
- Powertrain
- Raised as
- Safety Mfr
- Vehicles affected
- 8,137
- Register
- Canada — Transport Canada, Vehicle Recalls Database
Certain vehicles may have a malfunctioning brake switch. This could allow the shifter lever to be shifted out of the PARK (P) position while the ignition is in the RUN mode without depressing the brake pedal, resulting in unintended vehicle movement. As a result, the rear lights could also remain illuminated, causing the following road users to be unaware of the driveru2019s intention. These situations could increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the defective brake switch.
The wording above is the department's own, as it stood in the monthly file this site last read. Vehicle counts are the sum of the counts published for each make and model the recall covers. To act on a recall, use the official notice: Transport Canada recall 2018079.