Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Right Hand Drive Jeep Wrangler vehicles
— Recall Campaign #16V288000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Right Hand Drive Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured February 16, 2010, to May 2, 2016. The clockspring assembly may become contaminated with dust and cause the air bag circuit to fail.
The recall was influenced by the Office of Defects Investigation with about 7,196 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
16V288000
| Manufacturer: | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | May 11, 2016 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 16V288000 |
| Units affected: | 7,196 |
- Description:
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Right Hand Drive Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured February 16, 2010, to May 2, 2016. The clockspring assembly may become contaminated with dust and cause the air bag circuit to fail.
- Consequeces:
- Failure of the air bag circuit may prevent the driver's frontal air bag from deploying in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clockspring, wheel back cover, and column shroud, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S40.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.