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- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee manufactured August 8, 2016 through August 16, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the rear tow hook bracket or tow eye bracket may be loose.
- Risk
- If the tow bracket is loose, the bracket may detach from the vehicle while being it is being driven, possibly becoming a road hazard. If the bracket detaches during a vehicle recovery, there may be a loss of control of the towed vehicle. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will confirm both tow hook bracket bolts are properly tightened, free of charge. The recall began on October 31, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S73.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain vehicles built in a narrow window in August 2016 may have a rear tow hook or tow eye bracket that is loose. If the bracket is not secure, it can come off while the vehicle is being driven and become a road hazard. It can also detach during a vehicle recovery, which may cause the towed vehicle to lose control. Either situation increases the risk of a crash.
Owners will be notified by mail. Dealers will confirm that both tow hook bracket bolts are properly tightened, and the inspection and repair are free of charge. The recall began on October 31, 2016. You can contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 with questions, and you can check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to see whether this one applies to you.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2017 |
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