Recall 17V376000

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Report Date
20170613
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Affected Vehicles
2 models

Defect Description

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.

Safety Consequence

Unexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury.

Remedy

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2011 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN
2012 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.