Recall 16V-168
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) recalled the 2015 to 2016 Dodge Durango and 1 other model: Service brakes, hydraulic (foundation components, disc, caliper).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 16V-168
- Reported
- March 23, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 21,183 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
A cracked brake caliper may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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-[removed]. Chrysler's number for this recall is S16.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Dodge Durango 2015 to 2016
- Jeep Grand Cherokee 2015 to 2016