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Huge car brand recalls 120,000 vehicles over ‘risk of injury’ – check if you’re affected

Huge car brand recalls 120,000 vehicles over 'risk of injury' - check if you're affected

Huge car brand recalls 120,000 vehicles over ‘risk of injury’ – check if you’re affected

A MOTOR giant is recalling over 120,000 vehicles after concerns were raised about a “risk of injury”. 

Stellantis – the group behind 14 major firms including Vauxhall, Fiat and Peugeot – is recalling 20,000 models from one of its brands.

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Stellantis owns the iconic Chrysler brandCredit: Getty

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The American NHTSA has slapped the car manufacturer with an urgent warningCredit: Reuters

Car giant Stellantis, which also owns the iconic Chrysler brand, issued the recall after receiving a warning from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 

The NHTSA had warned that the brand’s vehicles had head constraints which did not lock properly.

Also, the NHTSA warned that there was an increased risk of injury to “seat occupants” during a crash.

Stellantis are now in the process of recalling a staggering 121,398 motors.

Ahead of the recall, the company released a statement reading: “FCA US LLC is voluntarily recalling an estimated 121,398 U.S.-market vehicles to inspect and replace, as needed, second row head restraints that may not lock into place as intended.

“An internal investigation discovered that certain vehicles may have been built with second-row head restraints that may not remain securely in an upright position.

“An improperly positioned head restraint could increase the risk of injury to rear seat passengers during certain types of collisions.

“The recall is limited to certain model-year 2023-2024 model-year Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L vehicles. Affected customers will be advised when they can obtain service, which will be provided free of charge.

“FCA is unaware of any related injuries or accidents. The Company urges customers to follow the instructions on their recall notices.

“Customers with additional questions or concerns may contact their dealers or call (800) 853-1403.

“Additional vehicles will be subject to recall in Canada (est. 5,853), Mexico (est. 1,861) and certain markets outside North America (4,805).”

The Sun has contacted the NHTSA for comment.

Stellantis was formed in 2021, when the French mega-giant PSA Group merged with Fiat Chrsyler Automobiles.

Chrysler itself was founded in 1925 and has become one of the most famous American carmakers in the world.

The brand was so successful that its former head, Walter Chrysler, commissioned the iconic Chrysler Building.

Chrysler’s current owner Stellantis is also the owner of Fiat, Peugeot, Citroën and Jeep. 

The company reported losses of £2 billion in 2025, following Donald Trump’s international tariff war.

Stellantis has claimed the US President’s extortionate levies had cost it more than £260million.

It experiences a six per cent decline in shipments across the globe, after Stellantis halted production in North America in April – shortly after the tariffs were announced.

Antonio Filosa has vowed to “throw the kitchen sink” at restructuring the company though, as Chief Financial Officer Doug Ostermann told analysts that its losses could get worse before they get better.

He said: “We’ll see significantly more in the second half unless things change.

“Given the current outlook, I would expect to see that figure probably double in the second half or more.”

The news comes after Japanese carmaker Nissan announced plans to shut down two of its huge plants.

Nissan is closing its Civac plant in Morelos and the Cooperation Manufacturing Plant Aguascalientes – putting thousands of jobs at risk. 

The car manufacturer is battling with rising costs, as well as Donald Trump’s international tariff war.

As it grapples with spiralling debt, the company has announced its global restructuring plan named Re:Nissan. 

A spokesperson for Nissan said: “Under Re:Nissan, Nissan is currently reviewing the integration and closure of some of its global production sites.

“However, this process has not yet been concluded beyond the three sites that have been announced so far.

“We are committed to maintaining transparency with our stakeholders and if any decisions are made, we will provide information at the appropriate time.”

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Stellantis is recalling 121,398 vehiclesCredit: Alamy