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NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V168
Component(s): SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Potential Number of Units Affected 21,183
Manufacturer Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured December 9, 2015, to January 14, 2016.
In the affected vehicles, the left front brake caliper may crack due to being made from an incorrect material.
CONSEQUENCE:
A cracked brake caliper may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the harness connector to under the instrument panel, free of charge.
The recall is expected to begin on May 12, 2016.
Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Chrysler’s number for this recall is S16.
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.