Recall 17V432000

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Report Date
20170707
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Affected Vehicles
5 models

Defect Description

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.

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. 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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2011 DODGE JOURNEY
2012 DODGE JOURNEY
2013 DODGE JOURNEY
2014 DODGE JOURNEY
2015 DODGE JOURNEY

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