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Vehicle recall due to hacks

Posted on July 26, 2015 by Sonoma Valley Sun
2015 Jeep Cherokee's are one of many cars being recalled due to computer-based security concerns
2015 Jeep Cherokee’s are one of many cars being recalled due to computer-based security concerns

Did you see the news recently about hackers breaking into the internet-reliant car radio in a Jeep Cherokee, while it was being driven, and taking control of the SUV? It wasn’t a serious hack – it was an experiment to prove the security vulnerabilities of our tech reliant vehicles.

Well, Fiat-Chrysler has decided to do something about it and improve upon the security components of its cars computer systems.

If you drive one of the following cars, just enter your VIN on this website and you’ll receive a thumb drive to plug into your vehicle’s USB, which will update your vehicle’s computer system.

  • 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Cherokee SUVs
  • 2015 Dodge Challenger sports coupes
  • 2013-2015 MY Dodge Viper specialty vehicles
  • 2014-2015 Dodge Durango SUVs
  • 2015 MY Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger sedans
  • 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickups
  • 2013-2015 Ram 3500, 4500, 5500 Chassis Cabs

Drive safe folks!




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