Chrysler (FCA US, LLC): Safety Recalls in 2017

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 34 safety recalls made by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) in 2017. See the details of the recalls below.

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December 21, 2017
(Campaign #: T82)

Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
NHTSA ID: 17V824000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 61,791
Consequence Summary:
If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 48.34
December 21, 2017
(Campaign #: T83)

Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers sold through Mopar service parts to equip various Chrysler vehicles. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
NHTSA ID: 17E076000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 6,162
Consequence Summary:
If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T83.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 32.05
December 20, 2017
(Campaign #: T80)

Seat Heaters May Overheat

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain 2005 Dodge Dakota pickup trucks equipped with heated seats. These driver and passenger seats may develop hot spots that can result in the seat cushion or seat back having burn holes.
NHTSA ID: 17V820000
Component: SEATS
# of Units Affected: 16,900
Consequence Summary:
The hot spots and burn holes can injure the seat occupant and can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will update the seat heating system control features, free of charge. The recall began December 27, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T80.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 24.59
December 20, 2017
(Campaign #: T79)

Vehicle May Rollaway

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 Ram 1500 and 2010-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.
NHTSA ID: 17V821000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 1,482,874
Consequence Summary:
Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the BTSI, and, as necessary, replace it, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T79.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 59.47
December 20, 2017
(Campaign #: T84)

Contaminated Brake Fluid may Affect Braking

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio vehicles. The braking system on these vehicles may have been filled with contaminated brake fluid, possibly damaging the system and affecting its performance.
NHTSA ID: 17V823000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 216
Consequence Summary:
A reduction in braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Alfa Romeo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the braking system, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 1, 2018. Owners may contact Alfa Romeo customer service at 1-844-253-2872. Chrysler's number for this recall is T84.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
November 21, 2017
(Campaign #: T75)

Alternator may Fail Resulting in an Engine Stall

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014 Dodge Challenger, Charger, Durango, Chrysler 300, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
NHTSA ID: 17V741000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 17,116
Consequence Summary:
If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T75.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 64.08
November 21, 2017
(Campaign #: T70)

Instrument Brightness not Adjustable/FMVSS 101

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017-2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The brightness of the backlighting for the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) cannot be adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
NHTSA ID: 17V740000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 25,823
Consequence Summary:
An instrument cluster that is too bright, and cannot be dimmed, can reduce the driver's ability to see at night, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update IPC software, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T70.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 87.6
November 21, 2017
(Campaign #: T73)

Passenger Air Bag Assembly May Contain Loose Nuts

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The passenger side air bag assembly may have inflator mounting nuts loose within the module assembly.
NHTSA ID: 17V732000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 27,210
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, unsecured inflator mounting nuts outside of the cushion assembly are potential projectiles that may strike the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began December 28, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T73.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 94.67
November 14, 2017
(Campaign #: T64)

Impact Sensor Housing may Fracture

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Ram ProMaster vehicles. An incorrect rivet may have been used to attach the front door impact sensor which can cause the sensor housing to fracture.
NHTSA ID: 17V712000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 3,514
Consequence Summary:
A fractured sensor could affect the deployment of the standard supplemental side airbags during certain side impact crashes, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front door impact pressure sensors, securing them with the correct rivets, free of charge. The recall began January 11 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T64.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 93.58
October 24, 2017
(Campaign #: T65)

Oil Pump Failure Causing Engine Stall

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Cherokee and Compass vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. The engines may have a cracked oil pump housing that can result in oil pump failure.
NHTSA ID: 17V670000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 357
Consequence Summary:
If the oil pump fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the oil pump, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 5, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T65.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 92.13
October 10, 2017
(Campaign #: T56)

Active Headrests may not Deploy in a Crash

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2012 Jeep Liberty and 2012-2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger vehicles. A component within the occupant restraint controller (ORC) may fail and prevent the active headrests from deploying in the event of a rear-end crash.
NHTSA ID: 17V640000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 363,930
Consequence Summary:
If the active headrests do not deploy in certain rear-end crashes, the front seat occupants have an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is T56.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 35.94
September 26, 2017
(Campaign #: T62)

Incorrect Federal Tire Placard/FMVSS 110

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 RAM ProMaster City vehicles. These vehicles have incorrect information on the tire placard including incorrect vehicle capacity weight, total number of occupants, tire pressure and/or "None" designation for the spare tire size when a full size spare tire is present. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
NHTSA ID: 17V601000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 11,288
Consequence Summary:
The incorrect tire placard can cause the operator to exceed the vehicle's weight capacity, or inflate the tires to an incorrect pressure, affecting vehicle handling, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect tire placard with a corrected one, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T62.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.74
September 18, 2017
(Campaign #: T59)

Incorrectly Installed Brake Booster Shield

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles had brake booster shields installed under a previous campaign to prevent water from entering the brake booster and limiting braking ability. This recall is to verify that the brake booster shield installation was performed properly.
NHTSA ID: 17V572000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 646,394
Consequence Summary:
If the brake booster shield was not installed properly, the vehicle's braking ability may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster shield, correcting the installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November10, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T59.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 66.51
September 12, 2017
(Campaign #: T51)

Water Pump Leak may cause Fire

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2017 RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines that have Concentric-brand water pumps without a vent hole. These water pumps may leak coolant.
NHTSA ID: 17V562000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 443,874
Consequence Summary:
The leaking water pump can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pumps, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T51.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 81.11
August 31, 2017
(Campaign #: T55)

Halfshaft Separation

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Durango vehicles. The vehicles may have been assembled with rear axle halfshafts that are too short.
NHTSA ID: 17V541000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 4
Consequence Summary:
If a halfshaft is too short, it may disengage from the differential causing a loss of drive and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace both halfshafts, free of charge. The recall began on September 18, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T55.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
August 31, 2017
(Campaign #: T54)

Second Row Left Seat Belt may be Unlatched

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica vehicles equipped with the 8-passenger seating option. In certain passenger seating and vehicle situations, the second-row center seating position seat belt buckle could cause the left outboard seat belt to become unlatched.
NHTSA ID: 17V542000
Component: SEAT BELTS
# of Units Affected: 47,927
Consequence Summary:
Inadvertent unlatching of the left outboard seat belt can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a shorter second-row seat belt buckle, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T54.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 86.17
August 31, 2017
(Campaign #: T53)

Rim Information missing from Label/FMVSS 110

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The tire and rim size information required to be on the Certification label was omitted during manufacturing, which may result in an incorrect tire and rim combination being installed on the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
NHTSA ID: 17V543000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 22,242
Consequence Summary:
The missing tire and rim designation information may lead to an incorrect combination being installed on the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners and will provide a corrected certification label, free of charge. The recall began October 13, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T53.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.9
August 8, 2017
(Campaign #: T48)

Oil leak Due to Engine Oil Cooler Hose Separation

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Challenger and Charger vehicles equipped with Hellcat engines. The engine oil cooler (EOC) hoses may fail resulting in a rapid loss of engine oil.
NHTSA ID: 17V496000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 1,207
Consequence Summary:
If an EOC line fails, oil may spray onto the windshield or contact a hot surface, impairing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EOC lines, free of charge. The recall began October 3, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T48.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 81.5
August 2, 2017
(Campaign #: T50)

Incorrect Software Combination/FMVSS 101

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Jeep Renegade vehicles. Due to a software issue, multiple malfunction indicator lamps may illuminate on the instrument panel when no malfunction exists. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."
NHTSA ID: 17V485000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 3,002
Consequence Summary:
If the malfunction indicator lamps illuminate at incorrect times, the driver may be unaware when a true malfunction occurs, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Instrument Panel Control software, free of charge. The recall began on September 14, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T50.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 96.03
July 10, 2017
(Campaign #: T36)

Alternator may Fail Resulting in Engine Stall

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
NHTSA ID: 17V435000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 442,214
Consequence Summary:
If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T36.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 70.48
July 7, 2017
(Campaign #: T41)

Transmission may not Remain in Park

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 5.7L V8 engines and eight-speed automatic transmissions. The transmission may not remain in the PARK position if that gear is selected, the engine is still running, and the driver exits the vehicle exited.
NHTSA ID: 17V431000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 7,802
Consequence Summary:
If the vehicle is exited without the transmission remaining in the PARK position and without the parking brake set, the vehicle may roll, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the transmission control module software, free of charge. The recall began 28, 2017. Owners may the Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T41.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 90.52
July 7, 2017
(Campaign #: T47)

Inadvertent Air Bag Deployment due to Chafed Wire

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may unexpectedly deploy if the air bag wiring harness gets chafed within the steering wheel and short circuits.
NHTSA ID: 17V432000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 363,480
Consequence Summary:
Unexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag wiring within the steering wheel, replacing it if necessary. A protective cover will also be installed. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T47.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 58.9
July 7, 2017
(Campaign #: T46)

User Guide has Incorrect Jumpstarting Information

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Jeep Compass vehicles. The affected vehicles have User's Guides that contain incorrect information regarding the jump start procedure, specifically, the polarity of the battery terminals are reversed in the battery terminal graphic.
NHTSA ID: 17V433000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 12,989
Consequence Summary:
If a customer follows the User's Guide, they may hook up the battery jumper cables incorrectly, increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners and will replace the User's Guides with a corrected version, free of charge. The recall began August 22, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T46.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.95
July 7, 2017
(Campaign #: T45)

Possible Broken Fuel Tank Valve/FMVSS 301

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Ram 1500 trucks. The fuel tanks in the affected vehicles may have a broken fuel tank control valve which might leak fuel if the vehicle were to become inverted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
NHTSA ID: 17V434000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
# of Units Affected: 4
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a rollover crash, leaking fuel in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tanks, free of charge. The recall began on August 10, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T45.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 75
June 13, 2017
(Campaign #: T37)

Incorrect Seating Capacity Tire Placards/FMVSS 110

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid Electric vehicles (PHEV). The tire placard on the affected vehicles incorrectly lists the seating capacity as 6 occupants rather then 7 occupants, with a combined weight of 950lbs rather than 1,100lbs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
NHTSA ID: 17V375000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 100
Consequence Summary:
The incorrect tire label may cause customer confusion, potentially resulting in vehicle overloading, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace tire placard label, free of charge. The recall began July 6, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T37.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
June 13, 2017
(Campaign #: T33)

Inadvertent Air Bag Deployment due to Chafed Wire

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may unexpectedly deploy if the air bag wiring harness gets chafed within the steering wheel and short circuits.
NHTSA ID: 17V376000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 209,135
Consequence Summary:
Unexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag wiring within the steering wheel, replacing it if necessary. A protective cover will also be installed. These repairs will be made free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T33.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 56.46
June 9, 2017
(Campaign #: T34)

Power Inverter Module Failure Due to Overvoltage

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid Electric vehicles (PHEV). The affected vehicles have diodes in the Power Inverter Module ("PIM") that may fail due to an overvoltage condition. If the diodes fail, the vehicle will not move under its own power.
NHTSA ID: 17V371000
Component: HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 1,375
Consequence Summary:
A vehicle that suddenly cannot be driven, increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module, Battery Pack Control Module, On Board Charging Module, and PIM, free of charge. The PIM will be replaced as necessary. The recall began on September 14, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T34.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 86.22
May 9, 2017
(Campaign #: T26)

Halfshaft may Disengage/Loss of Drive

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Jeep Compass vehicles equipped with a 6-speed transmission. The left front halfshaft may not be properly seated, and, as a result, it may disengage from the transmission and/or break.
NHTSA ID: 17V301000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 4,705
Consequence Summary:
If the left front halfshaft disengages or breaks, the vehicle will have a loss of drive. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked without using the parking brake, the vehicle may roll, despite being in 'Park.' Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, dealers will inspect the left front halfshaft for engagement and replace any that are not properly engaged in the transmission, free of charge. The recall began on June 12, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T26.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 94.75
May 9, 2017
(Campaign #: T25)

Side Curtain Air Bags may not Deploy in a Rollover

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and 2014-2016 Ram 3500 vehicles. Certain driving conditions, such as driving off-road or debris striking the vehicle may cause the roll rate sensor to trigger a fault within the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC). If this fault occurs, the rollover side curtain air bag and the seat belt pretensioner will be disabled from deploying.
NHTSA ID: 17V302000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 1,021,279
Consequence Summary:
If the rollover side curtain air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a crash that necessitates activation of these safety systems.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ORC software, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T25.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 67.68
April 25, 2017
(Campaign #: T24)

Improper Air Bag Information/FMVSS 208

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Ram ProMaster vehicles. The sun visor, dashboard labels, and owner's manuals incorrectly state that the vehicles are equipped with frontal driver and passenger advanced air bags when they are not. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
NHTSA ID: 17V273000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 113,896
Consequence Summary:
The incorrect information may change how close the occupants position themselves to the air bags, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will correct the sun visor labels, the dashboard (hangtag) label, and the owner's manual and user guide information, free of charge. The recall began June 14, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T24.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.79
March 23, 2017
(Campaign #: T20)

Differential Pin Retaining Screw may Loosen

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 1500 trucks. The differential pin retaining screw may come loose while driving, potentially causing the differential to break or lock up.
NHTSA ID: 17V198000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 30
Consequence Summary:
A broken or locked up differential may result in a loss of motive power and possibly a loss of vehicle control. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the differential retaining pin, free of charge. The recall began April 24, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T20.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 89.66
March 21, 2017
(Campaign #: T19)

Incorrect PCM Software Calibration

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014 Fiat 500L vehicles. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software calibration maybe incorrect, limiting the engine to idle speed and torque even when accelerator pedal is fully pressed.
NHTSA ID: 17V192000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 25,583
Consequence Summary:
If the vehicle does not accelerate as expected, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the PCM software, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2017. Owners may the Fiat Information Center at 1-888-242-6342. Chrysler's number for this recall is T19.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 79.02
March 7, 2017
(Campaign #: T16)

Tire Pressure Warning Light/FMVSS 138

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Fiat 500X vehicles. When the vehicle has a tire with low tire pressure, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
NHTSA ID: 17V146000
Component: TIRES
# of Units Affected: 297
Consequence Summary:
Driving a vehicle with an underinflated tire may result in tire failure and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Fiat will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T16.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.33
February 14, 2017
(Campaign #: T03)

Front Driveshaft Bolts may Loosen and Disconnect

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD). The front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, potentially causing a loss of motive power.
NHTSA ID: 17V097000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 69,298
Consequence Summary:
A loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace all eight front driveshaft bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T03.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 82.85