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Recall 17V-432

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) recalled the 2011 to 2015 Dodge Journey: Air bags (frontal).

At a glance

Campaign number
17V-432
Reported
July 7, 2017
Vehicles affected
363,480 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may unexpectedly deploy if the air bag wiring harness gets chafed within the steering wheel and short circuits.

The risk

Unexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury.

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag wiring within the steering wheel, replacing it if necessary. A protective cover will also be installed. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-[removed]. Chrysler's number for this recall is T47.

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