NHTSA Campaign 16V686000

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Issued by Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · Reported Sep 23, 2016 · 100 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee manufactured August 8, 2016 through August 16, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the rear tow hook bracket or tow eye bracket may be loose.

Consequence

If the tow bracket is loose, the bracket may detach from the vehicle while being it is being driven, possibly becoming a road hazard. If the bracket detaches during a vehicle recovery, there may be a loss of control of the towed vehicle. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will confirm both tow hook bracket bolts are properly tightened, free of charge. The recall began on October 31, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S73.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2017 100

Source: NHTSA Campaign 16V686000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.