Chrysler is recalling about 295,000 Jeep Commanders and Grand Cherokees in the United States for software issues that affect the transmission, as well as approximately 5,330 Jeep Wranglers to install a dust shield and 498 Ram 1500s for windshield defrosting and defogging problems.
The largest recall concerns 2006-2009 Jeep Commanders and 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokees. A software error means the transmission could shift from park into neutral when the driver starts up the vehicle. This could allow the ...
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Chrysler Recalls More Than 300,000 Jeep and Ram Vehicles in U.S.
Chrysler is recalling about 295,000 Jeep Commanders and Grand Cherokees in the United States for software issues that affect the transmission, as well as approximately 5,330 Jeep Wranglers to install a dust shield and 498 Ram 1500s for windshield defrosting and defogging problems.
The largest recall concerns 2006-2009 Jeep Commanders and 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokees. A software error means the transmission could shift from park into neutral when the driver starts up the vehicle. This could allow the ...
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Cadillac ATS, RAM 1500 Win Car and Truck of the Year Awards
The North American International Auto Show in Detroit feels like a hometown press show, and some in the automotive press are calling this year's North American Car and Truck of the Year Awards a win for Detroit.
The 2013 Cadillac ATS was named North American Car of the Year and the Ram 1500 was named North American Truck of the Year. The ATS was up against the Honda Accord and Ford Fusion, while the 1500 was competing with the ...
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2013 Ram 1500, SRT Viper to Have Built-in Cellular Connection
Chrysler Group is offering a new infotainment feature in its 2013 Ram 1500 and 2013 SRT Viper models that essentially offers wireless hotspot access by using a cellular connection that’s built into the vehicle.
The system, called Uconnect Access, utilizes a cellular connection provided by Sprint and voice recognition software, which allows drivers to send a text message, make a phone call or use the navigation system without taking their hands off the wheel. In a press release, Sprint ...
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Ram Expands Lineup With Three New Truck Trims
Ram is adding three new trim levels to its truck lineup. The 2012 Ram 2500 Power Wagon gets two new trim levels, for a total of three, and the 2012 Ram 1500 Outdoorsman gets a Mossy Oak Edition aimed at hunters.
The 2012 Ram 2500 Power Wagon adds ST and Laramie trims in addition to its existing SLT trim.
The new ST is less expensive and contains fewer interior features than the Power Wagon SLT, though it retains the mechanics ...
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Chrysler Group Confirms Diesel Jeep Grand Cherokee
Earlier this year, rumors circulated that the Jeep Grand Cherokee would be available with a diesel engine. Sergio Marchionne, CEO of Chrysler Group LLC and FIAT, confirmed those rumors to Automotive News, and said that a diesel Grand Cherokee will be available in 2013.
Car and Driver says that potentially, additional European Chryslers with diesel engines will be sold in the United States. “As such, we think it’ll be offered in the Chrysler 300 here, and perhaps its Dodge ...
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