Dodge Durango recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 23, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recalls 2015–2016 Dodge Durango, Grand Cherokee

Recall number

16V168000

Brand / firm

Dodge, Jeep

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 21,183 units

Why it was recalled

A cracked brake caliper may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front left brake caliper and depending on its casting date, replace it, 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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.