Recall 17V640000

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Report Date
20171010
Component
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
Affected Vehicles
6 models

Defect Description

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.

Safety Consequence

If the active headrests do not deploy in certain rear-end crashes, the front seat occupants have an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2011 JEEP LIBERTY
2012 CHRYSLER 200
2012 DODGE AVENGER
2012 JEEP LIBERTY
2013 CHRYSLER 200
2013 DODGE AVENGER

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