NHTSA Campaign 16V799000

AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER

Issued by Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · Reported Nov 2, 2016 · 88 vehicles affected

What's 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.

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.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
JEEP CHEROKEE 2017 88

Source: NHTSA Campaign 16V799000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.