Chrysler Town And Country recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 28, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recalls 2014–2016 Chrysler Town And Country, Grand Caravan

Recall number

16V044000

Brand / firm

Chrysler, Dodge

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 184 units

Why it was recalled

If the windshield dislodges during a crash, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.

What was recalled

FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chrysler Town and Country, and 2014-2015 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 16, 2014, to December 5, 2015. The windshield on the affected vehicles may have been installed using expired urethane primer, allowing the windshield to become displaced in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windshield, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S02.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.