2015 Jeep Renegade | 2016 Jeep Renegade — Trailer hitches
Published July 20, 2016 · Recall initiated: July 20, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16V545000, published July 20, 2016. Recalling firm: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC); 2015 Jeep Renegade | 2016 Jeep Renegade — Trailer hitches.
What's the hazard
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Renegade vehicles manufactured August 25, 2014, to June 25, 2016, equipped with a factory-installed optional trailer hitch package. The trailer hitch assembly may have been attached with only a single fastener per side, not three per side as required.
What to do
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install two additional fasteners per side, free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S62.
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Recall details
- Brand
- JEEP
- Model
- RENEGADE
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Lot
- 2015 JEEP RENEGADE | 2016 JEEP RENEGADE
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2015 Jeep Renegade | 2016 Jeep Renegade — Trailer hitches recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V545000 on July 20, 2016. Reported hazard: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Renegade vehicles manufactured August 25, 2014, to June 25, 2016, equipped with a factory-installed optional trailer hitch package. The trailer hitch assembly may have been attached with only a single fastener per side, not three per side as required.
What should I do if I have this product?
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install two additional fasteners per side, free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S62.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: JEEP. Model: RENEGADE.