Recall 16V799000 — AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER Defect in 2017-2017 JEEP CHEROKEE
RECALL This recall affects up to 88 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 16V799000 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Vehicles Affected | 88 |
| Component | AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 13, 2016, to October 17, 2016. Improper welds on the driver's knee air bag inflator may prevent the air bag from properly inflating.
Safety Consequence
If the driver's knee air bag does not properly inflate, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's knee air bag module, free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S84.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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