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💥 Crash risk🩹 Injury riskNHTSA 16V590📅 Aug 10, 2016

2014–2016 Jeep Cherokee recall: seats

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

💥 The risk

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

🔧 The fix

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.

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
16V590000
Manufacturer recall #
S63
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Vehicles affected
1,827
Component
SEATS; SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Owner phone
1-800-853-1403
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Oct 3, 2016
Built
Jul 29, 2013 – Feb 5, 2016
Recall started by
MFR
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 16V590 recall repair 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.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 16V590?

2014–2016 Jeep Cherokee. 1,827 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Jeep dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-853-1403.