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2010-2014 Chrysler 200, Chrysler Sebring and others recall: air bags

Chrysler (FCA Us LLC) reported this safety recall on September 15, 2016. It covers about 1,435,625 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,435,625
reported
Sep 15, 2016
owners notified
Aug 15, 2017
related complaints
1,416

Air bags

What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
Risk
If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.

Recall number 16V668000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1,416 complaints about airbags problems.

2011 Chrysler 2002012 Chrysler 2002013 Chrysler 2002014 Chrysler 2002010 Chrysler Sebring2011 Dodge Avenger2012 Dodge Avenger2013 Dodge Avenger2014 Dodge Avenger2010 Dodge Caliber2011 Dodge Caliber2012 Dodge Caliber

Questions about recall 16V668000

Is there a recall on the 2010-2014 Chrysler 200, Chrysler Sebring and others air bags?

Yes. Recall 16V668000, reported on September 15, 2016, covers about 1,435,625 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V668000?

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.

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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