Jeep Renegade recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 20, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recalls 2015–2016 Jeep Renegade

Recall number

16V545000

Brand / firm

Jeep

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 8,581 units

Why it was recalled

Without the proper amount of fasteners, the trailer hitch assembly may separate from the vehicle, and any towed vehicle may no longer be properly connected, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Renegade vehicles manufactured August 25, 2014, to June 25, 2016, equipped with a factory-installed optional trailer hitch package. The trailer hitch assembly may have been attached with only a single fastener per side, not three per side as required.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install two additional fasteners per side, free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S62.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.