2017 Jeep Cherokee recall: knee bolster
Chrysler (FCA Us LLC) reported this safety recall on November 2, 2016. It covers about 88 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 88
- reported
- Nov 2, 2016
- owners notified
- Nov 9, 2016
- related complaints
- 26
Air bags: knee bolster
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 16V799000
Affected vehicles
- Jeep Cherokee 2017 2017
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 26 complaints about airbags problems.
Questions about recall 16V799000
Is there a recall on the 2017 Jeep Cherokee knee bolster?
Yes. Recall 16V799000, reported on November 2, 2016, covers about 88 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 16V799000?
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.
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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