Recalls
Recall 121628
USA Recall: 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.
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.
Corrective Action:
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.
Additional Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected Vehicles