Safety Recall S73 / NHTSA 16V-686 Rear Tow Hook or Tow Eye Brace – 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee

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NHTSA Campaign Number:  16V686

Component(s):EQUIPMENT

Potential Number of Units Affected 21

Manufacturer Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Summary:

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee manufactured August 8, 2016 through August 16, 2016.

In the affected vehicles, the rear tow hook bracket or tow eye bracket may be loose.

CONSEQUENCE:

If the tow bracket is loose, the bracket may detach from the vehicle while being it is being driven, possibly becoming a road hazard.

If the bracket detaches during a vehicle recovery, there may be a loss of control of the towed vehicle.

Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy:

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will confirm both tow hook bracket bolts are properly tightened, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin on November 6, 2016.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

Chrysler’s number for this recall is S73.

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.

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