Recall 16V168000: 2015–2016 Dodge Durango, 2015–2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 23, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 21,183
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
A cracked brake caliper may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V168000
- Manufacturer campaign
- S16
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Owner letters
- May 12, 2016
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper (Brakes)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology