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Nearly 1M Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram vehicles recalled over camera glitch

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Nearly 1M Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram vehicles recalled over camera glitch See more of our coverage in your search results.

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Nearly 1M Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram vehicles recalled over camera glitch See more of our coverage in your search results.

Why it matters

Add The New York Post on Google Chrysler parent Stellantis announced on Monday that nearly one million vehicles worldwide are being recalled over radio software that may prevent rearview cameras from displaying images properly.

Common ground

About 955,000 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram vehicles are affected by the recall.

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eFinder analyzed this article and checked 11 claims against available evidence, cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia. Here is what the fact-checking layer found.

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Claim 1: “Chrysler parent Stellantis announced on Monday that nearly one million vehicles worldwide are being recalled over radio software that may prevent rearview cameras from displaying images properly.”
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Multiple independent web search results confirm that Stellantis announced a recall of nearly one million vehicles worldwide due to radio software affecting rearview cameras.
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web search NEUTRAL — Automotive giant Stellantis ($STLAM) is recalling nearly one million vehicles because radio software may prevent the rear-view cameras from operating correctly.
https://www.tipranks.com/news/stellantis-stla-recalls-nearly…
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web search NEUTRAL — Stellantis (STLA) stock dropped 4.8% to $5.11 after recalling 955,000 vehicles worldwide due to rear-view camera software flaw.
https://moneycheck.com/stellantis-stla-stock-plummets-to-52-…
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web search NEUTRAL — Chrysler parent Stellantis announced that nearly one million vehicles worldwide are being recalled. About 107,000 vehicles are being recalled in Canada, Mexico and other countries.
https://autos.yahoo.com/safety-and-recalls/articles/nearly-1…
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Claim 2: “About 955,000 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram vehicles are affected by the recall.”
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The specific number of 955,000 vehicles is mentioned in multiple sources, including MoneyCheck and the 'Nearly 1M' article, identifying the brands as Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and Ram.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — FCA US, LLC, doing business as Stellantis North America and known historically as Chrysler Corporation ( KRY-slər), is one of the "Big Three" automobile manufacturers in the United States, headquarter…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrysler
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Chrysler Hemi engine, known by the trademark Hemi or HEMI, is a series of high-performance American overhead valve V8 engines built by Chrysler with hemispherical combustion chambers. Three genera…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrysler_Hemi_engine
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Ram pickup (marketed as the Dodge Ram until 2010 when Ram Trucks was spun-off from Dodge) is a full-size pickup truck manufactured by Stellantis North America (formerly Chrysler Group LLC and FCA …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ram_pickup
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Claim 3: “This covers more than 848,000 vehicles in the U.S., including various 2026 and 2027 model year Chrysler Pacifica, Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid and Voyager, Dodge Charger, Jeep Cherokee, Compass, Gladiator, Grand Cherokee, Grand Wagoneer, Wrangler and Ram 1500, 2500 and ProMaster vehicles.”
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While web results confirm the existence of 2026 models for the mentioned brands, the specific figure of 848,000 U.S. vehicles and the comprehensive list of affected models are not corroborated by a second independent source in the provided evidence.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Chrysler Airflow is a concept mid-size crossover SUV developed by Chrysler.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrysler_Airflow_(2027)
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Chrysler Pacifica is a minivan produced by the Chrysler division of Stellantis since the 2017 model year. Replacing the Chrysler Town & Country, the Pacifica is the sixth generation of Chrysler m…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrysler_Pacifica_(minivan)
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Dodge Dakota, marketed as the Ram Dakota for the final two years of production, is a mid-size pickup truck manufactured by Chrysler and marketed by its Dodge Truck division (model years 1987–2009)…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dodge_Dakota
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Claim 4: “About 107,000 vehicles are being recalled in Canada, Mexico and other countries.”
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Two independent sources (AutonoumNews and the 'Nearly 1M' article) confirm that approximately 107,000 vehicles are being recalled in Canada, Mexico, and other regions.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The international boundary separating Mexico and United States extends from the Pacific Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico. The border traverses a variety of terrains, ranging from urban areas to deserts. It…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mexico–United_States_border
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — A border wall is being built along portions of the Mexico–United States border in an attempt to reduce illegal immigration to the United States from Mexico. The barrier is not a continuous structure b…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mexico–United_States_border_wa…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — New Mexico is a landlocked state in the Southwestern region of the United States. It is one of the Mountain States of the southern Rocky Mountains, sharing the Four Corners region with Utah, Colorado,…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Mexico
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Claim 5: “The automaker said it is unaware of any accidents or injuries in connection with the recall.”
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The claim that the automaker is unaware of accidents or injuries appears in the 'Nearly 1M' article, but no other independent source confirms this specific statement.
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Claim 6: “saying the U.S. had 210 deaths and 15,000 injuries per year on average caused by back-over crashes involving light vehicles.”
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No evidence was found in the provided search results to corroborate the specific statistics regarding 210 deaths and 15,000 injuries per year.
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Claim 7: “Vehicle owners will receive an over-the-air radio software update and will be prompted on the vehicle’s media screen when the update is available.”
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While general evidence exists that OTA updates are a standard industry practice (Volkswagen, etc.), the specific claim that *this* recall will be handled via OTA with a media screen prompt is only mentioned in the context of the original report's narrative and not corroborated by a second independent news source.
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web search NEUTRAL — 2.Restart the radio and ensure that the Wi-Fi is well connected. You can confirm the connection by playing streaming radio stations 3.Press the settings menu, select "Version info," and follow the ins…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMwNuXgVu20
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web search NEUTRAL — The vehicle's software is updated through its connection to the cellular network via OTA (over-the-air) updates. When a software update is available, it will be shown in the Notifications view, PS2-22…
https://www.polestar.com/us/manual/polestar-2/2024/article/c…
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web search NEUTRAL — Over-the-air (OTA) updates are a convenient way to keep your vehicle's software up-to-date .Can I install the over-the-air update without a data connection? No, a data connection is required. Even aft…
https://www.vw.com/en/owners-and-services/apps-and-connected…
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Claim 8: “This includes nearly 83,000 vehicles in Canada, 8,000 in Mexico and 16,000 in markets outside North America.”
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The specific breakdown of 83,000 in Canada, 8,000 in Mexico, and 16,000 elsewhere is mentioned in one source but not corroborated by others.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — From 2025, the United States has engaged in trade wars with Canada and Mexico: 2025–2026 United States trade war with Canada 2025–2026 United States trade war with Mexico
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2025–2026_United_States_trade_…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Northern America is the northernmost subregion of North America, as well as the northernmost region in the Americas. The boundaries may be drawn significantly differently depending on the source of th…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Northern_America
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Religion in North America is dominated by various branches of Christianity and spans the period of Native American dwelling, European settlement, and the present day. Religion has been a major influen…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_in_North_America
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Claim 9: “Recall notices will be mailed to owners beginning next month with additional information and instructions.”
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The provided web search results for this claim are irrelevant (referring to Brazilian and Paraguayan health agencies) and do not mention Stellantis recall notices.
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web search NEUTRAL — Memorando de Entendimento entre A Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária da República Federativa do Brasil (ANVISA) e a Direção Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária da República do Paraguai (DINAVISA)
https://www.gov.br/anvisa/pt-br/assuntos/noticias-anvisa/202…
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web search NEUTRAL — RESOLUCIÓN DINAVISA Nº 168 POR LA CUAL SE ESTABLECE EL PROCEDIMIENTO PARA LA RENOVACIÓN DEL REGISTRO SANITARIO DE MEDICAMENTOS DE SINTESIS QUIMICA.
https://dinavisa.gov.py/resoluciones/
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web search NEUTRAL — Aug 21, 2026 · Acordo prevê cooperação entre os países para fiscalizar a fronteira; apreensões de emagrecedores já somam 165 mil unidades em 2026, alta de 172% ante todo o ano passado.
https://g1.globo.com/saude/noticia/2026/08/21/anvisa-assina-…
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Claim 10: “In 2014, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration adopted a rule requiring rear-visibility technology in new vehicles weighing under 10,000 pounds by May 2018”
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The provided Wikipedia results confirm the existence of the NHTSA but do not mention the specific 2014 rule regarding rear-visibility technology for vehicles under 10,000 lbs by May 2018.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA NITS-ə) is an agency of the U.S. federal government, part of the Department of Transportation, focused on automobile safety regulations. The …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Highway_Traffic_Safet…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Tesla Autopilot, a Level 2 advanced driver assistance system (ADAS), was released in October 2015 and the first fatal crashes involving the system occurred less than one year later. The fatal crashes …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Tesla_Autopilot_crashe…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Fatalities resulting from motor vehicle crashes are the third largest cause of accidental deaths in the United States. Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of preventable death for people aged …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Motor_vehicle_fatality_rate_in…
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Claim 11: “The regulator said children under age 5 accounted for 31% of those fatalities.”
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