2009 Dodge Journey & 2009 Jeep Commander + 2 more recall: airbag
⚠️ What's wrong
Chrysler is recalling 4,314 my 2009 dodge Journey, jeep Grand Cherokee, Commander and Wrangler vehicles. Wiring may be reversed on the steering column control module driver airbag squib connector. The driver's airbag may not deploy as intended.
💥 The risk
In the event of a crash, the driver's airbag may not properly inflate and may not be able to properly protect an occupant, increasing the risk of injuries.
🔧 The fix
Dealers will inspect the driver's airbag squib wires and replace the steering column control module free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during may 2009. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
- NHTSA campaign
- 09V118000
- Manufacturer recall #
- J13
- Manufacturer
- CHRYSLER LLC
- Vehicles affected
- 4,314
- Component
- AIR BAGS; AIR BAGS:FRONTAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Owner phone
- 1-800-853-1403
- NHTSA hotline
- 1-888-327-4236
- Owner letters mailed
- Jun 1, 2009
- Built
- Feb 9, 2009 – Feb 26, 2009
- Recall started by
- MFR
- Notes
- Chrysler recall no. J13.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .