Jeep Cherokee recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 8, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recalls 2021–2022 Jeep Cherokee

Recall number

24V516000

Brand / firm

Jeep

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 13 units

Why it was recalled

An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

What was recalled

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. An improperly secured connector for the right-side curtain air bag may prevent the air bag from deploying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

What to do

Dealers will secure the connector, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 71B.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.