Dodge Durango recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

November 10, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

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

Recall number

16V814000

Brand / firm

Dodge, Jeep

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 30,183 units

Why it was recalled

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 10, 2016, to April 28, 2016 and equipped with a 3.6L engine built at the Saltillo engine plant. During the assembly of the engine, the fuel rail crossover tube may have been damaged, which, over time, may result in a fuel leak.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine assembly for damage to the fuel rail crossover tube, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 23, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S85.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.