JEEP CHEROKEE 2014: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16V590000

Make Model Year
JEEP CHEROKEE 2014
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2016-10-03 2016-08-10 2016-08-10

Production Dates: 2013-07-29 - 2016-02-05

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: S63

Component: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1827

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Chrysler "FCA US LLC" is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee vehicles manufactured July 29, 2013, to February 5, 2016. The seat fasteners on the first or second row seats may not have been tightened to the proper torque specification.

Consequence

Loose fasteners may allow the seats to move, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupants in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seats or seat sets, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during September 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall S63.

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.