Dodge Grand Caravan recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 24, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recalls 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan

Recall number

19V759000

Brand / firm

Dodge

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 30,354 units

Why it was recalled

If the seat strikers fail, the seat or seat belt may not adequately restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles. The welds on the outboard rear seat strikers for the second row bench and second row bucket seats may fail during a front impact crash. The front outboard seat strikers for the third row bench seats may fail in the event of a rear impact crash. In addition, the second row bench and second row bucket seats may not withstand the required loads.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will weld in a striker reinforcement bracket on the second and third row outboard seat strikers, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is V91.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.