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2015-2016 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee recall: caliper

Chrysler (FCA Us LLC) reported this safety recall on March 23, 2016. It covers about 21,183 vehicles.

vehicles affected
21,183
reported
Mar 23, 2016
owners notified
May 12, 2016
related complaints
78

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: caliper

What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured December 9, 2015, to January 14, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the left front brake caliper may crack due to being made from an incorrect material.
Risk
A cracked brake caliper may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front left brake caliper and depending on its casting date, replace it, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on May 12, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S16.

Recall number 16V168000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 78 complaints about brakes problems.

2015 Dodge Durango2016 Dodge Durango2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Questions about recall 16V168000

Is there a recall on the 2015-2016 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee caliper?

Yes. Recall 16V168000, reported on March 23, 2016, covers about 21,183 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V168000?

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front left brake caliper and depending on its casting date, replace it, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on May 12, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S16.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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